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Thu Aug 30, 2012 9:55 am  |
| I never thought I would ask this question, but nevertheless: what is the best way to get rid of facial hair? |
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Thu Aug 30, 2012 10:25 am |
I used to bleach, since waxing was way too irritating for me. But since I started with tretinoin etc, I've been more concerned about putting harsh products on my face.
I tried shaving a couple times, but found that too irritating for my (now thin) skin as well.
I recently got one of those $2 springs off ebay, and I LOVE it! It's still irritating but I don't have much to be concerned with and do a little at a time. And there's no prep or cleanup required so I can just go at it whenever I feel like it, like while I'm watching youtube videos.  |
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Olive, normal/oily skin. Using rinse-off ocm, Vit C, Tretinoin since Nov/10, GHK since Feb/12, Niacinamide & glucosamine, alternating, & now skipping nights! Concerns include oiliness, hyperpigmentation from occasional zits, 11's & nasolabial folds. |
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Thu Aug 30, 2012 1:06 pm |
Do you mean stray long hairs or patches? Permanently or temporarily?
I have a bunch of single long hairs on my cheeks and jaw that I pluck. And I pluck my moustache hairs.
I've recently started noticing longer hair along my chin (it's still peach fuzz-y) but noticeable, and a single hair sticks out more than the others.
The problem with plucking is that it does grow back darker and coarser. I think waxing would help with that.
Your options are basically pluck/wax or laser it, which is what I plan to do once I have the money. |
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Thu Aug 30, 2012 1:28 pm |
| LoriA wrote: |
I used to bleach, since waxing was way too irritating for me. But since I started with tretinoin etc, I've been more concerned about putting harsh products on my face.
I tried shaving a couple times, but found that too irritating for my (now thin) skin as well.
I recently got one of those $2 springs off ebay, and I LOVE it! It's still irritating but I don't have much to be concerned with and do a little at a time. And there's no prep or cleanup required so I can just go at it whenever I feel like it, like while I'm watching youtube videos. |
what are these springs? Now you have me curious! |
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Reluma, PMD. Never sit on a fence, you get shot by both sides. |
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Thu Aug 30, 2012 7:08 pm |
Its just a metal spring that catches the hair and pulls it out, exactly like threading! It was actually less than a dollar, so at least worth a try:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/140786135327?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
And here's a youtube vid about it:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3tV2-Glv_Q&feature=related
Once you get the hang of it, its quite efficient though like anything that yanks hairs out, not exactly pleasant.
And I've gotta be honest, if it didn't remind me of a slinky & have the prettiest pinky/orange handles, I may not be half as enamoured by it!  |
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Olive, normal/oily skin. Using rinse-off ocm, Vit C, Tretinoin since Nov/10, GHK since Feb/12, Niacinamide & glucosamine, alternating, & now skipping nights! Concerns include oiliness, hyperpigmentation from occasional zits, 11's & nasolabial folds. |
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Thu Aug 30, 2012 7:14 pm |
| onmyboat wrote: |
| The problem with plucking is that it does grow back darker and coarser. I think waxing would help with that. |
onmyboat, why would there be a difference between plucking & waxing?
I think someone had explained something similar to me recently, but I guess it didn't quite sink in. |
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Olive, normal/oily skin. Using rinse-off ocm, Vit C, Tretinoin since Nov/10, GHK since Feb/12, Niacinamide & glucosamine, alternating, & now skipping nights! Concerns include oiliness, hyperpigmentation from occasional zits, 11's & nasolabial folds. |
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Fri Aug 31, 2012 6:53 am |
I've seen the eGlider thing on TV too. Googled it and it has terrible reviews.
I am also using a throw away razor but getting a bit worried about it. I don't like the feeling when it is growing in? Think it is irritating my skin (although everything it doing that lately!!) I would love to try threading but it's hard to find anyone near me that does it.
I hate the peach fuzz on the side of my face and the hairs above the lip, all which seem to be getting more noticable! Sick of it. Tried the facial epilator which was good but hurt like hell, and irritating as well. Has anyone had success with laser hair removal on the face? |
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I'm 49, fair skin, green eyes, blonde hair, dry slightly sensitive skin, I have very few wrinkles, slight pigmentation, main worry is sagging..yuck!! Currently using CP |
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Fri Aug 31, 2012 7:45 am |
LOL! ty |
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Reluma, PMD. Never sit on a fence, you get shot by both sides. |
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