Unwanted hair is a problem shared both by men and women. Some people experience unwanted or excessive hair growth at puberty; others find it to be a condition that grows progressively worse with age. Some women experience additional hair growth during pregnancy or menopause. A few diseases also have excessive hair growth as a symptom, but these are rare.

Depending on its location on the body and an individual's hair type, hair can grow in thick, bushy patches or in long thin strands. Hair production sites, known as follicles, can be found at different depths and densities -- as close to the skin's surface as a millimeter or as deep as 6 millimeters or more. Until recently, this great variety in hair types and body locations made long-lasting hair removal a significant challenge.

Occasionally, hair follicles can become irritated or inflamed, causing mild to moderate pain. While unwanted or excess hair is primarily a cosmetic concern, it can be very distressing to those who suffer its effects. Unwanted hair can also be the source of considerable embarrassment, limiting people's activities and lifestyles.

Scope of the Problem
Millions of men and women spend a lot of time and money each year attempting to eliminate unwanted and excess hair. Women frequently experience this condition on the face, especially the lip or eyebrow areas, at the bikini line, under their arms, or on their legs. Men often wish to rid themselves of hair on the back or chest. They too may have unwanted hair between their eyebrows or on other parts of the face.

The thickness and color of the hair can have a direct impact on the problem, as does the color of an individual's skin. Additionally, people in warmer climates where less clothing is generally worn have to deal with this issue throughout the year. Bellagio's medical spa staff can advise you on the best treatment for your particular condition.

Traditional Treatments
Many traditional approaches have been used to try to solve the pesky problem of unwanted and excess hair. Whether it is shaving, tweezing, waxing, hair-removal creams or electrolysis, most of these methods are messy, uncomfortable, inconvenient, or expensive, with the unwanted hair invariably returning all too quickly.

Shaving, waxing, chemical depilatories and other temporary hair removal methods have also been known to cause irritations, folliculitis, and in some cases, scarring. Electrolysis, the most effective traditional attempt at hair removal, can be painful, time-consuming and expensive, as each hair follicle must be treated individually. The process can take months or even years, and permanent results are not always achieved.

Laser Treatment of Unwanted Hair
Using our FDA-approved lasers, we can treat unwanted hair at their roots. Our state-of-the-art lasers safely and effectively target the melanin (pigment) in the hair follicle. The energy of the laser is absorbed by the pigment in the hair follicle preventing it from producing hair in the future. Go to our laser hair removal page to find out more about laser hair removal and why Bellagio owns more then one laser for unwanted hair.

Our knowledgeable and courteous medical staff are available to answer all your questions and will help you select the best treatment option. Contact us now or come to Newport Beach's exculsive medical spa for a free consultation. Don’t wait! You’ll be amazed at how much time and effort you can save by permanently eliminating unwanted hair!