Common Concerns: Unwanted Hair
About Unwanted Hair
Unwanted hair is a common concern that can appear on different areas of the face and body. Factors like genetics, hormonal changes, and medical conditions can influence hair growth, sometimes making it feel excessive or difficult to manage. The texture, thickness, and amount of hair vary from person to person, and what is considered unwanted is entirely personal.
Signs of Unwanted Hair
Excessive hair growth in areas such as the face, arms, legs, chest, or back.
Dark, coarse hair appearing in typically fine-haired areas.
Rapid or sudden increase in hair growth.
Ingrown hairs or irritation from frequent hair removal.
Causes of Unwanted Hair
Unwanted hair growth can be influenced by hormonal changes occurring during puberty, pregnancy, menopause, or due to conditions like PCOS. Genetics also play a significant role in determining hair thickness, density, and growth patterns. Certain medications, including steroids and hormone therapies, may trigger excessive hair growth. Medical conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome, adrenal disorders, and insulin resistance can contribute to increased hair growth. Additionally, ageing causes hormonal shifts that may alter hair growth over time.
Our Treatments for Unwanted Hair
Laser hair removal works by targeting the hair root or blood supply using a concentrated beam of light. This light is absorbed by pigment, damaging the follicle and rendering it incapable of growing hair. This can help to result in long-lasting reduction in the hair growth of the treated area.
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Unwanted Hair FAQs
Excess hair growth can be influenced by genetics, hormones, medical conditions like PCOS, or certain medications.
Not necessarily. While some cases are linked to hormonal imbalances or conditions like PCOS, many people simply have naturally thicker or darker hair in certain areas.
No, shaving does not change the thickness, colour, or speed of hair growth. It may feel coarser due to the blunt tip of the regrowth, but the hair itself remains unchanged.
Hormonal fluctuations, genetics, and conditions like PCOS can cause women to experience hair growth on the face, particularly on the upper lip, chin, or jawline.
Yes, stress can contribute to hormonal imbalances, which may trigger or worsen excessive hair growth in some individuals.
While diet alone won’t cause or prevent unwanted hair growth, certain deficiencies or imbalances in hormones influenced by diet may play a role.
Preventing unwanted hair growth depends on the cause. For hormonal-related growth, medical treatments may help regulate it, but genetics and natural hair patterns cannot be changed.
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