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Written By: Editorial Team | Updated : September 25, 2014 2:25 PM IST
I am an 18-year-old female and I have excessive hair growth all over my body. It makes me feel uncomfortable and less confident. I want to get rid of it. What can I do?
Unwanted hair is a constant problem for several women around the world. Mostly, it is due to one's genes or at times due to hormonal imbalances. Here are some ways you can get rid of it.
To get rid of unwanted body hair
Waxing: This is an inexpensive method and removes hair from the root and lets you stay hair-free longer. The composition of newer options such as chocolate wax makes the experience less painful.
Razors: Razors are easy-to-use, inexpensive, and can be done anywhere, any time.
Hair removal creams: These are easily available and do not require professional help. It is a painless method but pick a cream according to your skin type.
Laser hair removal: They enable permanent reduction of hair, with no chance of in-growth. They don't leave marks or cause infections. But this method can be expensive and mildly painful.
Apart from these methods, if you want to get rid of unwanted hair from the bikini area, you can also go for bikini wax or Brazilian wax. This method is painful no doubt, but it gives better and long lasting results. It is best to go to a salon than do it yourself as it gets difficult to get the right angle and can be more painful too.
To get rid of unwanted facial hair
There are various ways and remedies which can help you get rid of hair from the face, neck, upper lip, chin, etc. Threading, waxing, bleaching, hair removal creams are the easiest and effective ways to get rid of facial hair. But refrain from shaving facial hair as it can result in a faster and thicker hair growth. Laser hair reduction is another option.
There are various ingredients easily available in your kitchen which you can make use of to reduce the growth on your face. The only hitch is, it takes time for the results to show and you need to regularly stick to the opted treatment be it the use of a sugar mix, egg mask or turmeric. (Read: How to get rid of unwanted hair on the face, body, bikini area)
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