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Skincare Tips: Newest Facial Hair Removal Skin Care

Sacramento, CA (PRWEB) June 30, 2008 -- Beauty aisles are chock full of creams, lotions, scrubs and serums with sophisticated ingredients and a bounty of benefits. While there are plenty of solutions for crow's feet and wrinkles, the remedies for facial hair can seem lacking by comparison. Skincare-News.com's latest article, "Let's Face It: Facial Hair Removal," explains the pros and cons of the most popular methods to help readers choose the best option for their personal needs.

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What causes facial hair growth?

Excess facial or body hair appears on women of all backgrounds. Multiple factors weigh in, including hormones, stress, heredity and ethnicity. It's normal to find dark hairs on the face, neck and even the upper lip or cheeks. Hair can also grow in areas like the chest and back. Some women have just a few extra hairs, while others experience more dense growth.

Do it yourself

From plucking, shaving and waxing to depilatories and bleach, there's certainly an array of hair removal methods. Finding the best method will depend on factors like how much hair a person has and how fast it grows back. Fortunately, most of these at-home treatments are low in price and offer good results.

Plucking or tweezing

Pros: One of the easiest methods, tweezing works best for stray hairs on the chin or eyebrows. When properly tweezed, hair is removed from the root. For the best results, invest in high-quality tools. When tweezing, grasp the hair and then pull it out slowly and carefully in the direction of hair growth.

Cons: Due to inefficient tweezers or rushing, sometimes only a portion of the hair is removed, leaving stubble and ingrown hairs. Side effects can include redness, a tingling sensation or white bumps where the hair was plucked. What's more, tweezing takes time, since each hair must be removed individually. And the results don't last as long as other methods.

Shaving

Pros: A good option when hair growth is thick and tweezing becomes too time-consuming.

Cons: Results only last a day or two, after which the tell-tale stubble will surface. Shaving can also cause bumps, ingrown hairs and razor burn. Because facial skin is much thinner and more delicate than the legs, irritation is more noticeable.

Creams or depilatories use chemicals to dissolve the hair shaft below the skin's surface.

Pros: Quick and inexpensive; results should last one to two weeks. Also, as the hair grows back, it should be finer.

Cons: The chemicals that dissolve the hair can be irritating to skin, especially on the face. Additionally, many women find that depilatories don't completely remove the hair, leaving behind stray hairs that must be plucked individually.

Importantly, don't use depilatory creams around the eyes. Use extra care with other sensitive areas on the face, such as around the nose or mouth.

Waxing is one of the oldest, most popular hair removal treatments for facial hair. Several varieties of wax are available, including azulene and beeswax, to effectively remove stray hairs from anywhere on the face. Typically, after the wax is heated, it's applied to the skin. Then strips are pressed down and pulled off, removing the hair.

Pros: Results last anywhere from two to four weeks. With each treatment, hair should grow back softer and finer. Many women visit a salon for their waxing, but it can also be done at home. Thankfully, today's waxing kits are user-friendly.

Cons: Depending on a person's pain tolerance levels, waxing can be painful. The other downside? It's crucial to wait until the hairs have grown out slightly, at least a week, before waxing again.

Bleaching

Pros: Considered the most painless option, bleaching is generally used for the upper lip.

Cons: Because bleaching doesn't actually remove hair -- it just makes hair lighter and less noticeable -- it remains thick and visible, especially in the sunlight.

Permanent solutions

Today's best options are electrolysis and laser hair removal. Choose a reputable practitioner before starting any treatments.

Electrolysis uses a thin needle and electrical current to destroy the hair follicle.

Pros: When done properly, electrolysis removes hair permanently. Because this method removes one hair at a time, it's ideal for areas with stray hairs, such as the eyebrows, chin, cheek or upper lip.

Cons: Permanent results require several sessions, which can take up to a year or longer. Done improperly, electrolysis can lead to continued hair growth, or worse, scarring. People also shouldn't pluck stray hairs, shave or wax between treatments, because this strengthens the hair, thereby hindering effectiveness.

Laser hair removal uses a laser to vaporize or destroy the hair root with pulsated beams of light.

Pros: Results typically keep hair re-growth at bay for three months, and side effects are minimal. Best of all, laser hair removal can treat large areas in a short amount of time. It's also a great option for areas such as the upper lip.

Cons: Many incorrectly assume this is a permanent method of hair removal, but it's actually considered permanent hair reduction. Also, because the laser doesn't target individual hairs, it isn't recommended for precise areas like the eyebrows or stray hairs on the chin or cheek.

Similarly, it's not ideal for people with light skin and light hair or dark skin and dark hair. The best candidate is someone with light skin and very dark, coarse hair. Due to the laser's reaction with skin's melanin, hyperpigmentation can occur with darker skin. As with electrolysis, long-term benefits take commitment and perseverance.

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Manning Up to Cosmetic Surgery

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Women aren't the only ones turning to cosmetic procedures for the occasional nip and tuck. In the US alone, the men's grooming market is worth $3.5 billion -- that's a lot of money spent on vitamins, supplements, diets, exercise, skincare products, and of course, cosmetic surgery. Traditionally considered a female trend, men of all ages now hope to maintain their looks or improve their physical appearance by means of cosmetic procedures.

Combating Puffiness and Under-Eye Circles

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We've all experienced them: Whether the cause is an evening in front of a computer screen scrambling to meet a deadline or a long night out with the girls, puffiness around the eyes can strike, making anybody appear older, tired and worn out. Not only are under-eye circles common among women, but there are numerous factors besides lack of sleep that contribute to an under-eye dilemma. Luckily, treatment is fairly simple with a little knowledge and a few remedies.

Options for Acne Scars

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Acne can cause a host of changes in the skin and, leave behind a few parting gifts: scars or hyper-pigmentation. Ranging in size from small red dots, to large, deep pock-marks, acne scars are a very real skin trauma for many acne sufferers. But can these marks ever be vanquished? Yes! With smart skincare and a few simple treatments, acne scars can be reduced and the skin left with a smoother, more glowing appearance. Today, there are many techniques to help reduce the appearance of acne scars that actually work and, many are just a click away at most beauty retailers.

Buyer Beware: Medical Spas Aren't All Medical

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Currently, the go-to facility, a medical spa offers a range of treatments - the type offered at a dermatologist's office, mixed in with the usual spa menu. So, there is a bountiful array of options. Some medical spas even offer plastic surgery. The medical spa's concept is an enticing one-stop-shop experience: A medical treatment in an environment of serenity and calm. But not all that glitters is gold. Some women have experienced irreversible, harmful consequences, as a result of their visits. Learn some fundamental tips to make sure a trip to a medical spa is a safe, effective and fabulous experience every time.

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