Facial Hair Removal

Facial hair for women can be an embarrassment so facial hair remover is a popular topic in beauty magazines. Unsightly facial hair can be very problematic for many people, especially women and is oftentimes the result of a hormonal dysfunction or as a normal part of aging.  Facial hair remover comes in several different options

Cream Facial Hair Remover

There are cream facial hair remover kits that are sold in virtually every drug store. Usually these cream facial hair remover kits require that an over the counter approved cream is left on the facial hair for a few minutes and then wiped clean with a cloth and warm water.  These kits are available from several different manufacturers and vary in effectiveness.

Shaving

Shaving is a tried and true facial hair removal technique but is generally recommended only for men. The hair grows back quickly and appears coarser over time. There are more appropriate facial hair remover techniques for women.

Tweezers

Tweezers can be used as a facial hair remover, although this is the least liked option. Plucking facial hair out by the root can be painful and requires a certain bit of dedication of time and patience.

Waxing

Waxing is a popular choice for facial hair removal. Waxing kits are available at most drug stores and beauty supply stores so that waxing can be done at home. There are also many salons that are available that offer waxing services for facial hair removal. Waxing requires that typically bees wax is heated until a smooth consistency is reached, the wax is than applied to the facial hair and allowed to sit on the facial hair for a minute. Than a piece of linen material is applied on the top of the waxed area and pulled away from the face. This activity essentially rips the facial hair out by the root.

Waxing Strips

Facial hair removal can also be achieved by using waxing strips. This is similar to waxing except the steps of heating and applying the wax are removed, the waxing strips come with the wax already applied to the strips and the strips are stuck to the face than peeled away.

Electrolysis

Electrolysis is an invasive form of facial hair removal. It is done by a professional, a machine is used to provide a low grade shock to the hair follicle which causes the hair to fall out and the