Facial Hair - Need Help!

[GoldenHaze]

Ugh. Ever since I've been in my teens I've had a v. slight moustache. Not many hairs, but they're very dark and noticeable, so I have them waxed once a month.

Now in my mid-thirties I'm sure it's getting worse, and I seem to have a few below the bottom lip too.

It's awful. I feel so masculine. :(

Does anyone have any suggestions as to how I can minimise hair growth. I once mentioned it to my GP who agreed that there was "texture", but that there's nothing I can do, other than "shave"

I've tried electrolysis (I think about 10 sessions) and it made no difference at all.

Any advice is greatly appreciated!

[gailforce1]

I am sorry to hear that you have not had success with electolysis. I think that it depends on the skill of the therapist so if you think about giving it another go find a therapist who is very experienced and you should see results, but the hair growth has to be at the right stage to get a "bulb" so you can expect to have several sessions.

[AngryFeet]

I also have the tache problem and quite a few on my chin/neck too. Scarily since DC2 I have dark long hairs on my upper back and shoulders . I have always been very hairy though even though I am fair. My legs/bikini line if let unchecked resemble that of a man. Was tested for PCOS when I was 16 and the blood test was positive but the ultrasound was negative . So they left it at that really. Might get tested again I think.

[valiumredhead]

My friend had her's lasered - NOT the same as electrolisis and was DELIGHTED with the result. She said it only works on dark hair so you would be perfect and she wishes she'd had it done years ago.

All my hag hairs are white so won't work on me

[Fuzzled]

Have you tried bleaching them?
I have always had a tiny Tom Selleck stylee moustache and am too much of a wimp to wax/pluck/thread etc.
Bleaching seems to reduce the noticeability and I've now started to do my chin too (thanks for those hairs DS!) - the people who invent an immediate and permanent removal system will make a fortune!

[neepsntatties]

Let us k now what it is like, I might get one too.

[hifi]

thanks, ordered

[AlwaysbeOpralFruitstome]

hifi - I think they are the same although I did read somewhere that there are 'cheap imitations' that don't work as well (i.e. break the hair off instead of pulling it out), however I suspect this is marketing bullshit. I would go for the cheap one and if it doesn't work that well, you've only wasted a couple of quid (well six quid with postage).

[penneyann]

Have had same problem for years. I always use immac on moustache and chin area. I put it on bout once a week before I shower /bath-just takes a few minutes. It works really well.

[kyacat]

Ah. Probably just as bad as plucking it I suppose, although I think I read somewhere you shouldn't pluck it..

[HuntForGalaxyHazelnut]

kyacat

Oh God, I am cringing at the thought of threading nose hair!! You could try it, but it makes your eyes water just on top lip and eyebrow hair.

hifi
Yes i think they are basically the same, not sure why there's such a huge price difference!

[hifi]

huntfor alwaysbe
are the products you both recommended the same but huge price difference? would like to know before ordering,tia.

[Ephiny]

The Epicare is good, very similar to threading I think, but easier to do yourself! If you do it regularly the hair should start to appear finer/sparser after a while.

Definitely don't shave, I think that will look awful, especially if you've got dark hair. I'm wary of hair removal cream as when I've tried it on my face it burnt/irritated the skin, my skin is quite sensitive though.

[aquos]

I've got PCOS. My hairs are very dark and quite thick. Upper lip, cheeks, chin and throat.

I've tried waxing but the hairs are so thick and dark, it's just too horrible to let them get to a length suitable for waxing.

I tried a few sessions of electrolysis, but didn't notice any difference.

Plucking with tweezers works best for me. I just need to put a few minutes aside each day for standing in front of a well lit mirror.

I haven't tried threading because I'm a coward.

I must give hair removal cream another go. Tried it a few years ago, but it kept sliding off my face before it had had time to work.

[kyacat]

Ooh is threading painful? I'm considering trying it. Has anyone tried it for whispers nose hair?

[willybreeder]

Threading is great but take painkillers first and a stiff drink after!

[GoldenHaze]

I think I have been tested for PCOS, BitOfFun. It was a while ago though. It's a pain because I've had this problem since the age of about 11, I suppose. It's become worse with age though. I REALLY hope DD hasn't inherited it, as it's rubbish!

I'll have a look at threading, thanks all. It does sound painful!

Faggotsnpeas, I've used Nair a few times before and it's fine but doesn't get to the root of the problem (no pun intended!)

[Faggotsnpeas]

I use Nair hair removal cream which you can buy from Boots, and im sure you could get it in superdrug or any other of those tpe of shops. It works wonders, removes the hair and lasts a few weeks at a time, very easy to use

[HuntForGalaxyHazelnut]

GoldenHaze

You can actually teach yourself to thread! I used This Website and can now get rid on my top lip, and chin hair myself. Be warned though, it takes a bit of practise and it's really painful!

I also found this threading tool and am thinking of buying one to try because threading kind of rubs on your fingers.

[BitOfFun]

It is just a possibility, but have you ever asked to be investigated for PCOS?

[AlwaysbeOpralFruitstome]

This product is great for facial hair, it's basically a DIY threading tool and is great at getting rid of larger amounts of hair in a short time. Use after a hot bath and it's not too painful.

Oh and your not alone, without that thing I do a fine impression of a golden retriever - I practically shimmer in bright sunlight and not in a good way .

[camtt]

electrolysis is a long term thing but gradually you notice the difference and should get to a stage when you can go less often, for a shorter session. Pregnancy helps! (sadly not permanently)

[GoldenHaze]

I was on dianette for years and years as an anti-acne pill. It didn't work for me (but Roaccutane did). I didn't affect the facial hair situation either.

[GoldenHaze]

Thanks BitOfFun, my GP is a bit rubbish. I suppose he sees people with 'real' illnesses, to me as the moustached lady was a bit of a bore!

I'll ask about Vaniqa cream. Thanks for the tip.

[BitOfFun]

Theres a pill called dianette which sometimes helps, but you might not be a candidate- it depends on your age etc.

[GoldenHaze]

letthembe, yes I should try threading. Can they do it on very tiny hairs?

I have lots of very fine hairs (yes, I know that contradicts my OP, but on relection, it's a lot of hair, but very fine), so it's difficult to pluck them, but they're noticeable as I'm v. dark.