Hair Removal For Facial Hair over 50
Dealing with Facial Hair over 50
For many women, facial hair can feel frustrating and isolating at any age, from those first teen years to the later years when new hairs seem to appear overnight. Over 50, changing hormones can make chin, sideburn, and upper-lip hair grow faster and feel especially noticeable, just when you want to feel most confident in your own skin. While there are many hair removal methods women try—some quick, some painful, some only briefly effective—not all solutions are safe, lasting, or kind to sensitive skin. At The Vertical Wellness Spa, home of Electrolysis by Alison, we draw on more than 20 years of experience supporting women and men with unwanted facial hair, and we genuinely understand how emotional this issue can be. We welcome clients of all ages and find that our hair removal method offers a gentle, FDA-approved path to permanent hair removal that is especially effective for women over 50 who are ready for real, lasting change.
Menopause Facial Hair Growth
Facial hair during menopause can feel especially discouraging, showing up just as many women hope to feel more at ease with their appearance. The menopausal transition usually begins sometime between 45 and 55 and often lasts around seven years, though for some it can stretch closer to 14, depending on factors like smoking, the age menopause begins, and race or ethnicity. During perimenopause, the body’s production of estrogen and progesterone can swing up and down dramatically, and those changing hormone levels often play a big role in new or increasing facial hair.
Signs and symptoms, including changes in menstruation can vary among women.
Menopause symptoms include:
- Irregular periods.
- Vaginal dryness.
- Hot flashes.
- Chills.
- Night sweats.
- Sleep problems.
- Mood changes.
- Weight gain and slowed metabolism.
- Thinning hair and dry skin
Loss of breast fullness
Up to seventeen percent of women suffer from hirsutism (excess hair on the body and face). Among menopausal women, due to hormonal changes this percentage is significantly higher. Increased amounts of male hormones in a woman’s system causes greater production of body and facial h
There are downsides to many of the common solutions women choose to get rid of hair on their faces. The average American woman spends approximately $27,000 on waxing in her lifetime. That’s a ridiculously high amount for such an imperfect solution. One way that women try and circumvent this long term expenditure is through laser hair removal. However, this is the wrong way to deal with unwanted facial hair. Laser treatment can be hazardous for dark skinned women and light skinned women with fair hair. Laser hair removal relies on a contrast between the color of the hair and the color of the skin. If there is not enough of a contrast, or if the person’s skin color is darker than the hair, the laser may damage the skin. Burns and scarring are not uncommon. Skin discoloration can also occur, to both fair and dark complexions. In extreme cases, keloid scarring is possible. Laser treatment is by necessity expensive due to the sophisticated equipment used and the expert training required. However, it does not do a good job of permanently removing facial hair. Laser hair removal is not permanent, according to the FDA. The most is can offer is ‘permanent reduction’, as while it damages follicles, it is too scattered to target them effectively. Hair continues to grow back after laser treatment. Sessions cost an average of approximately $300. For something that advertises itself as permanent, we feel that laser therapy is the wrong way to tackle unwanted facial hair.
The Wrong Way to Deal With Unwanted Facial Hair
What’s the Best Facial Hair Removal Technique for Women Over 50?
For older women struggling with facial hair growth, electrolysis is the best a strong and most permanent solution. It avoids many of the other drawbacks of other hair removal techniques. It doesn’t burn or discolor the skin like laser therapy. It doesn’t cause abrasions or ingrown hairs like shaving, waxing, or threading. It doesn’t require huge amounts of money over time. It doesn’t even require that much time. That’s because electrolysis is a permanent hair removal technique. It’s the only technique that has been officially recognized by the FDA as a permanent method of hair removal. It’s perfect for dealing with concentrations of facial hair. Electrolysis is very good at targeting and removing hairs in small areas. Electrolysis can be used on areas like the upper lip, chin, eyebrows, and sideburns. Say goodbye to those dark hairs forever with a course of electrolysis. Over time, it’s the most cost-effective hair removal technique available. Well worth the investment.
Permanent Hair Removal Women in Perimenopause or Menopausel
The British Journal of Dermatology estimates that 39% of post-menopausal women experience increased facial hair growth, particularly on the chin. A decrease in female hormones like progesterone and estrogen causes hair loss. This can mean dihydrotestosterone (DHT) rates proportionately increase. DHT in men can cause male pattern baldness, and also precipitates growth of body hair in both men and women. Some women only experience growth of ‘peach fuzz’, fine, lighter hair known scientifically as vellus hair. For others, terminal hair growth is more common. Terminal hairs are dark, coarse, and long. Electrolysis can be used on both kinds of hair. Vellus hairs grow from shallower follicles, so it can be less invasive than electrolysis for terminal hairs. However, vellus hairs can also be far more prolific than terminal hairs. Removing vellus hair by any method that isn’t electrolysis can be problematic. Methods like waxing or plucking, which can stimulate blood flow to the follicle area, can cause growback of terminal hairs.
The Apilus xCell Advantage: Fast, Comfortable, Effective Permanent Hair Removal in Los Angeles
At our Los Angeles permanent hair removal studio, we use the Apilus xCell, which features next-generation technology that sets it apart from previous electrolysis devices:
- Ultra-fast radio frequency: The machine operates at 27.12 MHz, making the treatment process up to six times faster than other hair removal methods and twice as efficient as older thermolysis-only machines.
- Gentle: The machine targets hair follicles in a split-second, making treatments more comfortable for our clients.
- Minimal discomfort: Thanks to rapid energy delivery, each hair follicle is treated in a fraction of a second, minimizing sensation and reducing redness or swelling after treatment.
- Personalized settings: The Apilus xCell utilizes artificial intelligence to optimize parameters for your skin and hair type for safe, comfortable, tailored treatments.
- Works on facial and body hair: From small areas like eyebrows and upper lip to full legs, arms, and torso, every body part can be addressed. Whether it’s your upper lip, chin, arms, legs, or even sensitive areas and tattooed skin, Apilus handles it with finesse.
In short, the Apillus technology means quicker hair removal results and greater comfort for our clients.
PElectrolysis vs. Laser: The Truth About Permanent Hair Removal
You may have heard about or even tried other hair removal methods, but only electrolysis is FDA-approved as a permanent method. Compared to laser hair removal, electrolysis is
- Permanent results: Electrolysis destroys each hair at the root for good. Lasers can reduce growth for a while, but touch-ups are usually needed.
- Works for everyone: No matter your skin color or hair shade, electrolysis gets it right. Lasers tend to leave out lighter hair and darker skin tones.
- Safe and gentle: No worries about discoloration or flash burns. Our treatments are gentle enough for sensitive skin and even areas with tattoos.
- Versatility: From chin and lip to toes and fingertips, we treat any spot you want—no limitations.
Choose Electrolysis for a Smooth Face
Our hair removal, method, tThermolysis, is effective and safe for all skin tones and hair types. When used by a professional electrologist, thermolysis will ensure permanent hair removal for your chin, upper lip, sideburns, neck, chest, back, thighs, legs, fingers, toes, and any other body part where you may have unwanted hair. We invite you to read our client testimonials and success stories, or schedule a consultation to discuss electrolysis and get all your questions answered by our experienced electrologist.
If hormonal changes have brought peach fuzz or stubborn strands that leave you feeling less than your best, know you’re in excellent company—countless women over 50 have discovered smooth, lasting freedom with our hair removal expertise. Whether you need gentle, permanent removal for chin hairs, upper lip fuzz, sideburns, or anywhere else on your face and body, our Los Angeles hair removal studio is here for you.
Contact us at (323) 840-1711 to schedule your treatment session. We look forward to helping you look and feel your best, at any age!