Polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, is a condition that causes women to produce a higher-than-average level of male hormones. Unlike the name, this hormonal imbalance may not lead to actual cysts in the ovaries, but it can result in irregular periods and difficulty in getting pregnant, acne, weight gain, and more serious health complications, including […]
Continue readingHirsutism refers to unnatural or excessive growth of facial hair on woman, typically on the upper lip, chin, and along the front of the neck. Most women who suffer from hirsutism have a condition called polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS, which is linked to a hormone imbalance and increased levels of androgens. PCOS is not […]
Continue readingHirsutism refers to the growth of excessive facial hair on women, usually on the upper lip, chin, and neck. Hirsutism is a common side effect of a condition known as polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS, when a woman produces a more testosterone than normal, but can have a number of different causes. Testosterone levels in […]
Continue readingEveryone has hair along virtually every inch of the skin, except that in most areas of the body, this hair is short, fine, thin, and very light, so that it’s quite invisible. Men and women also differ in the amount and type of body hair they grow, with men often having longer, thicker, and darker […]
Continue readingWaxing is typically considered a very effective form of hair removal, and it can be used on virtually every part of the body. The wax that is applied during waxing traps hair and pulls it out by the root, so that it takes several days if not even weeks for the hair to return. Waxing […]
Continue readingMost women appreciate the look of smooth, hairless skin, and will often go to great lengths to remove hair from their face, armpits, and legs, and even their stomach, forearms, and toes if needed. Some women might also notice that they tend to get hair on their breasts, growing around the nipple or skin surrounding […]
Continue readingAre you the one in a bathing suit that covers your lower back, when everyone else is sporting a two-piece? Are you bothered by hair on your on your lower back? If you are, then this article is for you! Let’s face it: Everyone has hair on their back. Most of the time that hair […]
Continue readingMenopause and perimenopause can cause many unpleasant symptoms for women, including hot flashes, insomnia, irritability, and hair loss. While these symptoms don’t necessarily indicate a serious health condition, they can be difficult for women to deal with on a daily basis, and hair loss especially can affect a woman’s overall self-esteem, making her downright self-conscious […]
Continue readingAn ingrown hair refers to a hair follicle that has been shaved, waxed, or plucked, and which then grows back into or under the skin rather than breaking the skin’s surface. Ingrown hairs are commonly found on the face, armpit, and groin areas; while they are not necessarily dangerous, they can be painful and unsightly. […]
Continue readingFor many women, running their hands over their freshly shaved legs is a damn good feeling. The skin feels smooth and soft and they can’t wait to put on that skirt or those shorts and enjoy the summer, sunshine and beach life. Yep. For many women the situation I’ve just described is probably pretty relatable. […]
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