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I have a problem of thinning hair in the hairline region. How to manage fine and smooth hair along the hair line? Can I treat or remove with laser therapy?
(17 Aug 2009)

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From your question, it can be assumed that you have some excess hair growth along your hairline that is bothering you. This is not an uncommon problem, since the hair on the forehead gradually grows thinner along the hairline and in some men there can be stray follicles below the hair line. If there are not too many hair strands, you may want to consider bleaching them. This is an easy option that uses a bleaching agent to remove the color of the hair, making it almost invisible. You could consider shaving, but chances are that the hair will grow back thicker than before. You will also have to repeat the shaving process on a continuous basis. You could even consider using tweezers to remove the hair. Though a little painful, this method pulls the hair out along with the root, which means it takes longer to re-appear. However, if you have a large number of fine hair, this may not be the right method for you.

Perhaps the easiest way for you will be to use common over-the-counter depilatory creams, gels, or lotions. These contain chemicals that help to remove hair without any pain. However, make sure to test the product on your skin to ensure you are not allergic to the chemical agents. Simply apply the product to a small part of your face. If you suffer any irritation or discomfort, you should not use the product. A great method for you will be waxing, since it is a tried and tested method. You need to apply hot or cold wax, depending on the product to the selected region. The unwanted hair on your forehead will get stuck to the wax and can then be pulled out. You will experience a bit of a sting, but that's a small price to pay for a cleaner hairline and better expression! Another benefit of waxing is that you may not have to repeat the process for four to six weeks.

You have mentioned that you are also considering a permanent solution, such as laser surgery. In this procedure, a cosmetic surgeon will conduct several sessions with a laser to 'burn' the unwanted hair right from the roots. This means that hair can never grow in the region. You can also go in for electrolysis, which is somewhat less expensive. Here, a local electric current is used to permanently destroy the hair roots. This hair treatment is slower and may require sessions spread over several months.

answered by G D on 17 Aug 2009, 1:43:12

 

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