Hypertrichosis is the medical term for an abnormal increase in body hair that exceeds the normal amount. Hyper- comes from Greek and means “over” or excessive. Women suffer, for example, from hair growth on the face, neck, and décolletage. The increased hair growth can occur on any part of the body and affect both men and women.

The causes of hypertrichosis can be diverse, ranging from genetic factors and hormonal disorders to certain medical-aesthetic conditions. There are some medications that can contribute to increased hair growth. However, the denser and thicker hair of Mediterranean skin types is not necessarily associated with hypertrichosis.

Some people with hypertrichosis feel insecure due to their excessive body hair and may develop low self-esteem. Often, there are also hygienic aspects that cause discomfort. People with hypertrichosis tend to sweat more frequently and consequently suffer from increased body odor. It is therefore important to clarify the cause of the hair growth and choose the right method to feel comfortable again.

However, removing the hair growth presents a great challenge for many:

• Since daily shaving is often not enough for excessive hair growth, a pleasant body feeling is never achieved.
• Epilation methods using wax, sugaring, or electric epilation devices are not recommended.
• Due to the amount of hair, forceful removal can cause small bleeding, which then appears a few days later as pimples, redness, or even small bruises.

A gentle method to remove unwanted hair growth is permanent hair removal. An important advantage of permanent hair removal compared to the above-mentioned methods is that it leads to a significant reduction in hair growth.

At Hairless Skin, the hair root is permanently destroyed through the use of medical-aesthetic laser technology. Several treatments are carried out at precisely timed intervals. In the periods between treatments, hair growth slows down and already dead hair roots fall out.

As with all medical-aesthetic processes, hair removal should be performed by qualified professionals. There may be certain risks and side effects that you should discuss in advance before deciding on a treatment.

For this purpose, we conduct a thorough consultation prior to the treatment. In summary, permanent hair removal can be a good solution for hypertrichosis to permanently reduce unwanted body hair and achieve a hair-free skin appearance.