Peach Fuzz Removal: Methods That Work (and Ones That Don't)
Source: Peach Fuzz Removal: Methods That Work (and Ones That Don't)
Vellus hair, which is endearingly known as peach fuzz, is the short, fine, lightly pigmented hair that can appear on the face, neck, and other areas of the body. While it's often barely noticeable, many people have their own reasons for wanting to rid themselves of it. As you may know, peach fuzz is a tough thing to remove permanently, but there are a few things you can do to temporarily eliminate its appearance. So to see which treatments work, and which ones don't, just [break]keep reading.[/break]
What doesn't work:
Laser removal: Since peach fuzz is light in color, explains dermatologist Dr. Ellen Gendler, who works with the Venus razors brand, it's difficult to remove it with a laser. The reason is that lasers seek out dark hair, so they're best used on more pigmented strands.
Electrolysis: Electrolysis is a process where an electric current is sent through a fine needlelike device to destroy hair follicles. While the results are permanent, it "doesn't work very well on fine hairs because it's too difficult to get into each follicle," says Dr. Gendler.
What works, but proceed with caution:
Depilatories: Depilatories use a chemical process to help dissolve above-the-skin hair. While Dr. Gendler notes their effectiveness, she also acknowledges that some people can experience irritation from using them. Editor's tip: Olay Smooth Finish Facial Hair Removal Duo ($23) has proven to be a quick and painless fix for treating unwanted facial hair on this writer's mug.
Waxing: Although waxing does indeed work, Dr. Gendler isn't quick to recommend it. "I'm not a huge fan of waxing because it definitely is irritating," she clarifies. Also, if you're using Retin-A, glycolic acid, or salicylic acid, waxing can cause the skin to flare up.
What does work:
Deplaning: You might be thinking, "So you're telling me that just by exiting the plane, my peach fuzz problems are solved?" Not quite. (But there's something to be said for homonyms.) Deplaning in cosmetic terms involves the use of a scalpel, which is essentially like a razor, that's finely brushed on the skin to cut away hair. Says Dr. Gendler, "It's a really nice method of giving a nice polished look to the face, and removing hair at the same time."
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