While excess or unwanted body hair is more of a cosmetic issue, it can also cause psychological distress. This only makes it important to address unwanted hair growth with safe or permanent hair reduction methods. Sanctuary by Cutis offers non-invasive treatments that can free you from theconstant need to shave or wax unwanted hair.
What causes unwanted body hair?
Several factors cause or contribute to excess or unwanted body hair in men and women, including:
- Genetics or genes –influence the amount or thickness of your body hair. You are also likely to have thickeror unwantedbody hair if a close relative has it.
- Hirsutism – in women is a condition characterized by unwanted hair growth in male-like patterns. Genetics or increased production of androgens (like testosterone) in the body can cause hirsutism.
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) –is a condition due to an imbalance of sex hormones. This can cause several symptoms such as acne, irregular periods, and excess hair on the face and other body parts.
- Certain medications –medications like testosterone, anabolic steroids, phenytoin, and others cause excess hair. Unwanted hair growth usually stops with discontinued use of medication.
- Adrenal gland disorders – adrenal cancers, tumors, and Cushing’s disease can also lead to excess/unwanted hair growth. The adrenal glandsproduce hormones that regulate specific body functions.
If the excess hair growth is due to certain conditions/disorders, talking to a doctor can help. They may recommend medications and other treatments that can help manage or reduce hair growth.
Which body areas can benefit from permanent hair reduction?
- Legs – while leg hairis commonly managed by shaving, this method can result in bumps, cuts, and irritation. The result is also short-lived, with effects lasting 2 days, or in some cases, 24 hours.
- Face – dark or excess hair on the face can appear on the cheeks, upper lips, forehead, and sideburns. Permanent hair reduction method is ideal for the face because it is more sensitive than other areas of the body.
- Arms and underarms –dark or thick hair on the arms and underarmscan sometimes make you self-conscious to wear certain types of clothing.
- Chest – excess chest hair can get caught in your clothing. You are more likely to sweat more on areas with excess hair, which increases your risk for potential odor.
- Back – excess back hair canbe uncomfortable during hot weather. Removing hairs in this area can result in smoother skin that is likely to feel better when putting on clothes or when sweating.
- Bikini area – many remove the hair down there forsexual, health, or hygiene reasons. Professional hair removal is worth considering as the area is sensitive and to avoid missing certain areas.
How can we help?
The benefits of permanent hair reduction go beyond having smoother and hair-free skin. It can also make you look and feel good, boosting your self-esteem. This is why we provide a few permanent hair reduction methods that destroy follicles and inhibit future hair growth.