When we reach a certain age, our body begins to change...
No, this isn’t a story of the birds and the bees. This is the story of hirsutism and hypertrichosis.
Hypertrichosis is excessive hair growth, over and above the normal for the age, sex and race of an individual (DermNet). It can develop all over the body, but mostly in the somewhat expected areas—like legs.
Hirsutism is more than just "a lot of hair"; it's a condition characterized by the growth of coarse, dark hair in areas where women typically have fine hair, such as the face (chin, upper lip), chest, back and buttocks. It mainly affects females (40%) and doesn’t have a specific known cause. Many factors can contribute to hirsutism, including hormonal imbalances, like those seen with PCOS hair growth, certain medications, or even genetics (Cleveland Clinics).
The sad news? The symptoms of hypertrichosis and hirsutism hair growth often only get worse with age. We feel you. This isn't just about aesthetics; it can significantly impact self-esteem and daily life.
Hair Removal for Hirsutism
You might have tried various methods to manage your female facial hair or excessive hair growth, from bleaching to threading. While these offer temporary camouflage or removal, they don't address the root of the problem or only provide a permanent solution. Understanding what causes hirsutism is the first step, and the next is choosing a treatment that truly works. Whether you're dealing with mild hirsutism or more significant growth, the emotional burden is real, and a lasting solution can be life-changing. Many people might turn to laser treatments, but the results may not last—plus they only work on some skin tones and hair colors.
This is where electrolysis shines.
Why Electrolysis is the Answer to Hirsutism
When it comes to permanent hair removal, electrolysis stands alone. Unlike laser, which primarily targets pigment and is less effective on lighter hair or darker skin tones, electrolysis works on all hair colors and skin types. It's a meticulously precise process where a tiny, sterile tip is inserted into each hair follicle, delivering a gentle electrical current that destroys the follicle's ability to regrow hair. This means true, permanent hair removal for your unwanted hair.
For those grappling with hormonal facial hair or the persistent regrowth that other methods can't conquer, electrolysis offers unparalleled efficacy. We often hear from our clients in New York who have spent years and fortunes on temporary solutions, only to find themselves back where they started. Electrolysis is the only FDA-approved method for permanent hair removal. Precise, safe and reliable choice for your hirsutism treatment.
Hirsutism or hypertrichosis is sometimes unavoidable—but unwanted hair growth doesn’t have to be. Get back in the driver’s seat with Nios. At our spa, your comfort and results are our top priority: Restoring not just smooth skin, but also your confidence.
Send that excess hair packing.
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Method
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Wax adheres to and pulls out hair
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Applies energy to entire skin, which descends through pigment
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Delivers energy precisely to roots with refined, bendy probe
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Preciseness
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Approximate
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Approximate (~½" applicator)
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Perfect (individual hair level)
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Skin color
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All
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Struggles with dark & tan
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All
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Hair colors
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All
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No white, gray, blond, red, or fuzz. Partial for light brown
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All
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Feeling
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Ripping pull
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Rubber band snap
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Small pricking sensation
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Permanence
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Temporary results
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Permanent reduction
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Permanent removal
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