TLDR Electrolysis and laser treatments offer more permanent hair removal, but have limitations.
The document discussed various methods of hair removal, highlighting that while techniques like bleaching, plucking, shaving, waxing, and chemical depilatories were common, they did not offer permanent solutions and could be inconvenient. Electrolysis provided a permanent solution by destroying hair follicles with electrical current, but its effectiveness varied and it was not practical for large areas. Eflornithine, a topical inhibitor, was effective in slowing facial hair growth in women and could be combined with laser and intense pulsed light (IPL) treatments. The document also provided an overview of laser hair removal, including the biology of hair follicles, the science behind the procedure, and considerations for optimizing treatment.
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January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic clinics” Laser and light treatments can effectively remove hair long-term.
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January 2010 in “Dermatology” Combining laser hair removal with topical eflornithine is recommended for better results in treating unwanted facial hair.
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July 2006 in “Lasers in medical science” Laser hair removal is safe and effective for fair-skinned people with dark hair, and using eflornithine with laser treatments can improve results.
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March 2010 in “Gynecological endocrinology” New treatments for excessive hair growth in women include insulin modulators and enzyme inhibitors.
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July 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Effective treatments for excessive hair growth in women include creams, laser therapy, and medications, with the choice depending on individual needs and potential side effects.
