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Any Advise For Subduing Or Getting Rid Of Hirsutism?
A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭

My hormones are balanced but I still deal with hirsutism on a daily basis. So much so that I shave (my face) every day, if not twice a day.

A myPCOSteam Member

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Laser Hair Removal?
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does laser hair removal work or will it still continue to grow back and does it hurt to have it done?

A myPCOSteam Member

Yes it works!!! I was like elvis with my sideburns, but its gone!! I only have a blackhair or 6 on my whole face instead of the forest
At first you think it doenst work, because with shaving, it… read more

Any One Have Success With Electrolysis?
A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭

Ive been told electrolysis is the only way to remove permnetley unwanted body hair, esp on the face, as laser is not long term and for people with pcos ive seem to see alot of failed laser stories, but ive seen alot of positive on electrolysis , anyone have advice?

A myPCOSteam Member

I had electrolysis on my upper lip and chin for a year in 2016 it was very painful. I got prescription anesthetic to apply 30 minutes before the procedure to better deal with the pain. The hair… read more

Facial Hair
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Whats the best shaver and/or method of removing hair? Its so embarassing and I hate when I’m in public and people point it out.

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Yrs ago I tried laser hair removal on my upper lip and went thru over 75% of sessions and realized I was only seeing minimal decrease in the hair regrowth. And it was painful! Waste of time and money… read more

After PCOS Diagnosis, Will My Insurance Company Cover Laser Hair Removal?
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I was wondering, does having a PCOS diagnosis improve your chances that health insurance companies will partially or completely cover laser hair removal? That would be great considering how expensive multiple treatments can be.

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You just have to have a login. You don't pay any subscription or anything.

Hirsutism
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How do you deal with hirsutism? I have hair all over my body and face, it really gets me down. Any advice on treatments or supplements to try?

A myPCOSteam Member

I use to shave chin and neck everyday. I dont have 2 shave at all now. I use a natural serum and mask from Vie Line Cosmetics. Its not expensive either...I get it from www.vielinecosmetics.com

Recently Diagnosed
A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭

Hi Ladies. So I got diagnosed today. My doctor wasn't very helpful. I don't know what type of PCOS I have and wasn't aware that there were other types of PCOS. I do a lot of research into things and had questions to ask. But when I got in there today and he told me the news I froze. I still don't really understand this Insulin thing. I have excessive hair growth on my face. Does anyone have any tips for that? That is my main concern at the moment.

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Yeah that’s true I heard that helps

Excessive Facial Hair And Treatments?
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Since being diagnosed with PCOS, I have experienced excessive facial hair under and around my chin/neck area. I have to shave every day and sometimes 2x in a day. Anyone have any suggestions or recommendations on this??

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I can’t afford laser, but with the metformin I have seen that it’s growing a lot slower! Thank God!

Has Anyone Used Electrolysis Or Laser Hair Removal? Which One Worked Best?
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Thank you both! This was very helpful. I am looking into it. I am going to try it. ☺️

Has Anyone Tried Laser Hair Removal?
A myPCOSteam Member asked a question 💭

If so how has it worked? :)

A myPCOSteam Member

I was forced to shave my face and neck daily for 5+ years. I am almost done with a 10x treatment plan, and I have noticed a DRAMATIC difference on my face and neck. There are a few stubborn hairs left… read more