Does Leg Hair Stop Growing at a Certain Age?

All hair growth on a person’s body will change over the course of their lifetime. While the hair on our heads may thin and change color as we get older; what happens to the rest of the hair on your body? Hormones and Hair Loss All of the hair other than the hair on your […]

Why Do I Have Hair on My Stomach?

Before the onset of puberty, the stomach is covered with vellus hair. Vellus hair is light in color, thin, and soft. It is hair that is commonly referred to as peach fuzz. For the most part, vellus hair is unnoticeable. However with the onset of puberty comes the growth of thick, dark hair that begins […]

How Many Times Do You Have to Pluck a Hair Before It Stops Growing?

If you are having problems with unwanted hair, you might be wondering how to get rid of it for good. Shaving, waxing, and depilatory creams only work for so long, but what about plucking?  While results and regrowth periods vary greatly from one person to the next, plucking will usually remove a hair for anything […]

Is There a Cream to Stop Hair Growth on the Face?

Facial hair in both men and women is normal. However, excess hair may be the result of other factors such as a medical condition known as hirsutism, the use of certain medications or a hormonal imbalance.  Hirsutism is the excessive growth of hair that may be noticed in unwanted places like the face, chin, back […]

How to Stop Body Hair Growth

Body hair is a natural part of the human body. It is needed to help regulate the body temperature, keep infections at bay and provide insulation. There are two types of hair that everyone has: Vellus hair and terminal hair. Vellus hair is the softer, thinner and lighter hair that covers most of the body […]

What You Can Do About the Dark Hairs on Your Chin

If you are female and are growing coarse, dark hairs on your chin, it could be indicative of a hormonal imbalance or hirsutism. While some woman struggle with peach fuzz (vellus hair), others suffer from male-pattern hair growth (hirsutism), which can lead to serious symptoms like social anxiety and depression. Chin hair is a cosmetic […]

What a Transgender Woman Taught Me About Shaving My Face

The Ultimate Guide To Shaving Your Face As A Woman

 Shaving your face as a woman is no longer the taboo topic it once was. What is a daily ritual for many women with hirsutism, is starting to become more popular. We’ve seen Jenna Marbles shave her face on YouTube, but women, who shave have also been featured on mainstream TV shows like Dr. Oz […]

What You Can Do About Hair on the Stomach as a Female

Many women feel uncomfortable dealing with the hair they have on their body, because it is something often stigmatized by society. However, body hair is incredibly common and a normal thing. Even having hair on your stomach is normal, and as a woman it’s not something that should make you feel weird. Having hair in […]

The Ultimate Guide to Permanent Hair Removal: Laser, IPL and Electrolysis

For women, physical appearance is something that matters a lot. And having a problem of undesired excess hair around noticeable areas such as the face or belly may cause self esteem issues. The growth of excess hair, especially in a male-like pattern, can be due to a condition called called hirsutism. The decision of treating […]