female only Excessive hair anyone?

[Ndipilato 50]

Have PCOS and have hair growth on my chin and a little on the sides (like side burns). Does anyone else have this? Did it improve after surgery?

I hope so because it is getting to be majorly excessive and I tweeze and sometimes shave it because I can't stand it but by the time I am done with my shift at work, I am getting a 5 o'clock shadow! I am hoping it improves because it is majorly embarrassing and I the thought of any man touching my face because of this is horrifying!

[laurivgs 27]

My Endocrinoligist said it should help,but if not there are other ways like metformin medication . hopefully the surgery itself will.. 3 months put nd nothing yet. sorry.

[Branmuffin 190]

I have the same problem and take black cohosh (natural supplement) and it really helps. I think if I didn't take it, because I take Biotin after sleeve, it would be worse.

[Susysleever 265]

My dd takes her metformin when she feels hairy. She even shaves her arms

[ElyQuint 446]

New Hair growth might cease but existing hair growth does not. I still pluck daily. Saving for blazer hair removal. Such is life.

[Blondiee 278]

I had excessive chin and "side burn" hair but I don't have PCOS.

Laser hair removal with the Laser Genesis was the BEST money I ever spent. It's like a 2 for 1 deal with this laser. Resurfaces the skin and removes hair. Check Groupon for good deals in your area.

[1sunnuri 77]

I believe some with PCOS has gotten better with weightloss. I wouldnt expect it to go away completely but if it is dark hair laser removal is very successful.

[redlove1446 42]

I have PCOS. I am pre-op but I think the surgery helps you lose weight which should help with the PCOS symptoms. If, however, the hairs are fully-matured, the only recourse is laser-type removal. I had the same issues as you. Except I felt like I had a beard. I went through Ideal Image and most all of the hair is gone. I still have 3 more visits in my package so I hope those stragglers go away. Best investment ever. I can now put my head on my boyfriends chest without making sure I have something between us.

Good luck!

P.s. I am also on metformin and spironolactone to prevent new hairs from forming.

[Susysleever 265]

My dd has pcos. She has a hairy nevus (mole) that my laser tech said no to. Has anyone had a h.n. Lasered off?