Almost every woman has excess hair on her face or body, typically called "peach fuzz". This hair is quite fine and pale. But in some medical conditions, extra hair, much darker and coarser, grows on the face. One of the most common reasons for unwanted hair growth is polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).
WHAT IS POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN SYNDROME, OR PCOS?
Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a common condition in which the ovaries do not function normally.
The main symptoms of PCOS are:
- Irregular periods: That indicates that your ovaries do not consistently release eggs (ovulation).
- An overabundance of androgens: a build-up of "male" hormones in the body.
- The polycystic ovary: this condition occurs when the ovaries are swollen and contain a significant number of fluid-filled follicles that surround the eggs.
Women with PCOS also have symptoms such as acne breakouts and are overweight. Fatigue, mood swings, pelvic pain, headaches, and sleep problems typically accompany the condition.
PCOS is often genetic, and some patients with PCOS have high levels of insulin. In this case, the body is resistant to insulin and produces it at a higher level. This increases the production and activity of other hormones, like testosterone.
WHY DOES PCOS LEAD TO HAIR GROWTH?
The hormones that women's ovaries produce are called estrogen and progesterone. These hormones support regular menstruation.
Every month, the work of hormones leads to the maturation of the egg. But when you have PCOS, you get a bunch of follicles or cysts in your ovaries with immature eggs. They don't mature and are released, so you have fewer periods.
Moreover, the main hormones that play a vital role in hair growth are testosterone and androstenedione. They are commonly referred to as "male hormones" and are also naturally produced in the ovaries, adrenal glands, and fat cells of the female body. If there are too many of them, they interfere with your reproductive system– starting with ovulation.
Androgen is also in charge of traditionally masculine physical characteristics. This includes a deeper voice, more muscle mass, higher bone density, and, yes, facial hair. So, if a woman has high androgen levels, she may notice the appearance of unwanted hair on her chin and above her upper lip.
PCOS symptoms respond well to treatment, but you should consult your doctor before starting it.
It is critical to follow these steps:
- Lose weight and include fitness in your regular regimen. By losing weight, your hormones will be able to adapt and return to a normal level, and your facial hair problem will be addressed at the same time.
- Balance your hormones. Medication can help do it. Your physician will write the prescription after diagnosing the body.
- Remove any excess hair. This will alleviate the discomfort and provide confidence.
WHY IS LASER HAIR REMOVAL IDEAL FOR PCOS?
Excessive facial hair can be removed in many ways: shaving, creams, waxing. However, all these methods are temporary. They do not provide complete long-term hair removal. You have to repeat it frequently.
Facial laser hair removal treatments for women with PCOS are painless. It saves time and money. After the procedure, there are no issues with irritation and ingrown hairs.
The main advantage of laser treatments is that they have a long-term effect and help to permanently get rid of facial hair. You’ll see a reduction in hair growth after the first procedures. After the course, they disappear almost forever.
FACIAL HAIR REMOVAL FOR PCOS
Laser Hair Removal for PCOS helps get rid of hair on the entire face: the upper lip, chin, and jawline, and even on such delicate facial areas as earlobes or eyebrows. Full-body laser treatments can remove hair from almost any part of the human body.
The laser depilation tool generates short bursts of light energy. It affects the hair follicle, damaging and killing the root. This prevents the hair from re-growing. The hair will become softer and thinner as the treatment goes on, and growth will slow.
HOW MANY SESSIONS OF LASER HAIR REMOVAL TREATMENTS DO I NEED FOR PCOS?
Patients with PCOS usually need 6 to 10 sessions to completely get rid of their hair. This is because our hair grows cyclically and unevenly. In addition, the quality and natural colour of the hair impact the number of procedures required to fully remove excess hair.
