We have two types of hair, says dermatologist Elizabeth Houshmand. Vellus hairs, or “peach fuzz,” cover virtually our entire ...

These tiny bumps or pimples are dead skin cells plugging hair follicles. There is no specific test for diagnosing keratosis pilaris. A dermatologist can confirm the condition based on the ...

Each of these smaller groups of undercoat hairs penetrate the skin through a common follicle opening, whereas the outercoat hair has a separate opening.

Plus, depilatories can be irritating to the skin. This hair removal method shocks the hair follicle with an electric current. The current destroys the follicle, which causes the existing hair to ...

To get a clean, smooth shave, the technique used to remove hair must not irritate or damage the underlying skin.

Discover natural remedies for unwanted facial hair that use everyday ingredients to reduce growth and visibility without harsh chemicals or painful procedures.

“With multiple treatments, the hair follicles are damaged or destroyed ... the feeling to a rubber band snapping against your skin, but it varies depending on the area you're treating.