Laser treatments cannot completely remove white facial hair; however, several safe and effective techniques can significantly slow its growth.
Begin by washing your face with warm water and applying an effective depilatory cream that suits both your skin type and hair colour. Tweeze away individual stray hairs using sanitized tweezers until all unwanted hairs have been plucked from their roots.
Waxing
Waxing is an efficient and painless hair removal method. A great alternative to shaving, waxing takes away hair at its root while leaving skin smooth and raw; unlike razors that leave raw spots. Waxing is also considered safe and painless!
Waxing is an effective hair removal treatment suitable for almost every part of your body – arms, back, legs, face, eyebrows and bikini area are all areas where waxing may be performed. Before treatment begins, a pre-waxing gel will be applied to clean and prepare the area prior to waxing. After heating the wax according to instructions and testing it on skin samples to make sure that it’s not too hot – they then place a cloth strip over it while pressing it firmly for two or three seconds then removed quickly in opposite direction of hair growth direction.
After waxing, your skin and hair may appear red or irritated; this is normal. To minimize discomfort and decrease any inflammation associated with the procedure, consider developing a post-wax skin care routine to keep the area exfoliated and reduce any potential inflammation.
White and grey hairs are part of the natural aging process and hereditary factors, so they should not be considered unattractive. However, if you find that there is too much grey or white hair and want it gone permanently then electrolysis treatment could help with that too. Electrolysis works great at permanently eliminating white and light body hair.
Reyuva Hair Electrolysis Center was chosen as the permanent solution for her unwanted white and grey hairs on her chin and cheek, which had become unruly over time despite regular waxing efforts. After 6 to 7 sessions of electrolysis treatment, all the unwanted white and grey hairs had been completely eradicated from her body; leaving her happy with a stunning new look!
Epilators
Epilators offer an alternative to shaving and waxing that removes hair directly from its source, leaving skin smooth for up to a month without discomfort and irritation. They can be used on all body areas – including facial features – with various sizes to meet any of your needs, and some models even come equipped with moisturizing cream for even more sensitive areas.
Epilators can be used on dry or wet skin, although wet usage is best as you will get more oil out of the hairs this way. For sensitive areas, aloe vera gel can be applied beforehand as a lubricant to ease discomfort during epilation.
Electrolysis is an ideal permanent treatment to remove unwanted grey hair, as it’s safe, non-invasive and independent of pigment or color of the hair itself.
Electrolysis involves using an electrical current to use on invading cells in hair follicles, thus closing off their growth and stopping future hair follicles from growing again. Sessions typically last 30-60 minutes per body area and must be repeated at least weekly in order to see the best possible results.
Some individuals may experience redness or rashes after epilating, which should subside over time and can be minimized with use of calming moisturizer prior to or following epilation. If you are planning a special occasion, epilating at night might reduce redness and rashes in the morning when going out.
Epilators that meet high quality standards are key for producing optimal results and should always be kept clean to prevent infection. When used in the shower, follow manufacturer’s directions regarding cleaning and storage to prevent bacteria or fungal growth that could cause painful, itchy lumps.
Facial Spring
White facial hair may be an indicator of age or heredity; while it does not pose any health risks, most would like to eliminate it as part of a better appearance. The good news is there are safe and effective solutions available for doing just this, such as laser therapy, electrolysis or tweezing.
One of the most effective techniques for removing white hair is using a facial spring, which is composed of a metal spring wrapped with rubber handles. When you roll this spring over your face, it grabs onto individual hair strands and pulls them out by their roots; though initially this process can be painful; with repeated use it becomes less so.
Epilators, devices used to electrically remove hair from the face and body, offer another effective means of eliminating white facial hair. When using an epilator, start by cleansing your skin to prevent breakouts before applying moisturizing cream to the area in which you wish to remove hair. Next, glide the epilator across your face in the opposite direction from where it grows, followed by plucking out individual strands with your fingertips.
Tweezing white hair out can also be done, although this method can be time-consuming and painful. To begin tweezing unwanted hairs away, first sanitize a pair of tweezers using isopropyl alcohol or by submerging them in hot water; then simply pluck each individual strand one at a time from each individual hair follicle until all are gone.
Electrolysis is one of the best permanent ways to remove unwanted white hair. Electrolysis uses an electrical current to destroy invading cells in hair follicles, stopping further hair growth. Electrolysis has been successfully used for over 100 years with remarkable results; however, it can be more expensive and time consuming than using hair removal creams, which contain ingredients which dissolve hair more easily before wiping it away.
Chemical Peels
Chemical peels work to shed away the top layers of skin to reveal softer, smoother and younger-looking results. Chemical peels can help eliminate fine wrinkles around the mouth or eyes as well as sun-damaged spots; scars, hyperpigmentation, acne or enlarged pores. Lighter-skinned patients typically benefit more from chemical peel treatments than darker-skinned individuals; however a cosmetic surgeon will determine which peel type would work best with any given skin tone.
Chemical peels come in all kinds of strengths, from mild to aggressive. Their depth determines which issues they address; light peels can often be performed at your doctor’s office; medium-depth peels may need to be performed in a surgical facility; while deep chemical peels require either anesthesia or hospital stay.
For a light peel, your doctor will use a brush, cotton ball or special sponge to apply a chemical solution containing glycolic or salicylic acid, typically for up to 20 minutes before it will be removed and rinsed away; after which a neutralizing solution may also be applied; at this stage a cool compress is often used to soothe your face during this step.
Medium peels often incorporate Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) or carbolic acid. TCA peels create a reaction with proteins in your skin known as frosting; there are three levels depending on the degree of protein denaturation: level I is minimal with only reddish-pink patches appearing; level II forms a white coating over some erythema; and finally level III produces a plaque-like formation without visible reddening.
After your peel, it is important to moisturize your skin and shield it from sunlight. Your skin will likely be sensitive and could take up to one or more weeks to recover fully; during this period it is essential that you refrain from picking at it or applying rubbing creams; additionally, regular checkups with your physician will allow him/her to monitor its progress and track healing.
Deep peels are the most aggressive type of chemical peel treatment and should only be considered by those with extensive sun damage and deeper wrinkles. Containing high concentrations of chemicals that penetrate deeply into lower layers of the skin, they may cause severe eye throbbing or discomfort and swelling which will require bandages on your eyelids for added protection.
