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GlossaryFacial Hirsutism

excessive facial hair growth in women due to hormonal imbalance

Facial Hirsutism refers to the excessive growth of coarse, dark hair on a woman's face, typically in areas where men usually grow hair, such as the upper lip, chin, and cheeks. This condition is often caused by an imbalance of hormones, particularly an excess of androgens, and can be associated with underlying conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or adrenal gland disorders.

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research Facial hirsutism treated with the normal-mode ruby laser: Results of a 12-month follow-up study

26 citations , December 1999 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

The normal-mode ruby laser effectively reduces facial hair for a long time with few side effects.

research Epilation with a long-pulse 1064nm Nd:YAG laser in facial hirsutism

19 citations , January 2001 in “Journal of cutaneous laser therapy”

The Nd:YAG laser safely reduces facial hair and slows regrowth, with patient satisfaction.

research Adjuvant eflornithine to maintain IPL‐induced hair reduction in women with facial hirsutism: a randomized controlled trial

18 citations , October 2015 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Topical eflornithine helps maintain hair reduction after IPL therapy in women with facial hirsutism.

research Laser-assisted hair removal for facial hirsutism in women: A review of evidence

17 citations , October 2017 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy”

Laser hair removal is effective and safe for reducing facial hair in women with PCOS and improves their psychological well-being.

A Randomized Double-Blind, Vehicle-Controlled Bilateral Comparison Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Finasteride 0.5% Solution in Combination with Intense Pulsed Light in the Treatment of Facial Hirsutism

research A randomized double blind, vehicle controlled bilateral comparison study of the efficacy and safety of finasteride 0.5% solution in combination with intense pulsed light in the treatment of facial hirsutism*

5 citations , June 2012 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy”

Finasteride and intense pulsed light effectively reduce unwanted facial hair in women, but may not be cost-effective.

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