I have a little peach fuzz too (sounds so much cuter when you say it that way, huh?) but find that when I use a really moisturising liquid foundation, the hairs are much less noticeable – powders and powder-based foundation tend to kind of fluff up hairs and make them stand out. Similarly, I avoid foundation that is too light-reflecting as the shimmery particles seem to highlight hairs, not to mention any other skin unevenness. I also use a brush or sponge to pat hairs down, always working in a downwards directions.
My hairs are very pale though so it’s not a huge stress for me. If yours are dark, see a therapist every four to six weeks for waxing, which gives a clean result and, if you exfoliate regularly, should give you no ingrown dramas. My own therapist, Lauren Murcia (who’s based in Sydney’s Double Bay, call 02 9327 3669) lists facial waxing as one of her most common requests. You can in theory have laser hair removal if you have dark facial hairs, but most therapists I have spoken to warn against it. Lauren for one has seen enough cases of scarring and infection to convince her that laser is best use below the jawline.
You may have also heard of hair retardants. I haven’t tried any myself but if you’re interested in testing one as a way to extend the time between hair removal sessions, check out Nisim Kalo Hair Inhibtor Lotion ($61.50, call 1300 768 433 for salon stockists).
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I find DIY wax strips (I use Nair) very good against facial peach fuzz. If your skin is not too sensitive, maybe a facial depilatory cream might be worth a go - if you get unsightly stubble in between waxings, esp. with darker hair.
Immediately after waxing, I used my Neutrogena 2-phase waterproof eye makeup remover to get rid of those annoying tiny sticky bits that wax strips always seem to leave behind. Then cleanse and whack on my good moisturiser.
I have a feeling that post-menopausal ladies tend to develop more facial hair - probably the lack of hormones - and you see some gruesome sights walking around - your original Bearded Ladies - totally gross. With all the good products available nowadays, there is no excuse to go around looking Neanderthal and blaming it on the menopause. Look at the stunning celebs who are in that age bracket - Helen Mirren et al.
Comment by Judy — July 21, 2008 @ 10:17 am
Hmmm, yes my peach fuzz is also pale, which is why I haven’t worried too much about it. I’m a little worried about waxing because of the demarcation lines between the waxed and non-waxed areas…and also because of the potential for darker regrowth!
A word of advice for other chicks who are in the same boat - avoid spray-on foundations! They catch on all the little bits of fuzz and highlight them 1000 (one thousand) percent.
Maybe I’ll just let facial hair be my “thing”. You know…Jen Aniston has her hair…Megan Gale has her tan…Nic K has her pale skin….I’ll have my hairy face. I’m sure it’s something that most people don’t even notice, in the end.
Comment by Katherine — July 21, 2008 @ 12:20 pm
I used to think I’d also get demarcation lines and thick dark regrowth but nada. I have a very good therapist though, it’s all about finding someone who specialises in this work. She uses hot not strip wax, maybe that helps too.
Comment by Lisa — July 21, 2008 @ 2:11 pm