Unwanted Facial Face & Menopause . Your Questions Answered by Internal Specialist, Dr. Mera

Unwanted facial hair

As hormones shift, you may notice hair on the upper lip or chin. If you want it gone, the tried-and-true methods of tweezing, waxing, hair removal creams and threading will get rid of it — until it grows back.

Electrolysis is a permanent hair removal solution. It destroys the growth cells in hair follicles, so they can’t grow back. Most people need several appointments to get results. If you decide to go this route, choose a licensed electrologist or ask your doctor for a recommendation.

Laser hair removal can get rid of unwanted facial hair — but there’s a caveat. The laser targets melanin, which gives hair and skin its color. Laser treatment only works on dark hair. If your unwanted hair is light, the laser won’t work.