Vellus Hair FAQs
Yes, it is perfectly safe to remove peach fuzz from your face using dermaplaning. Waxing and threading is not recommended as a safe form of removal for this sort of hair however as it can cause the hair to grow back thicker.
Dermaplaning performed by a trained professional is recommended for thorough removal of peach fuzz however it is not a permanent form of hair removal. For fine, light, fluffy facial hair there is no permanent form of hair removal currently available.
Generally the answer is no. For fine, light, fluffy facial hair there is no permanent form of hair removal currently available. If your hair is dark then it can potentially be removed, or reduced using laser hair removal, however this is not always possible with finer hair.
Dermaplaning isn’t just an effective form of hair removal on the face, it also has additional benefits such as exfoliating the skin by removing the surface dead skin layer when being performed by a trained professional.
No, this is a myth. When you remove fluffy facial hair with dermaplaning, it will not change the hair’s thickness, colour or rate of growth. Dermaplaning facial or body hair gives the hair a blunt tip, due to this the tip might feel coarse for a time as it grows out.
Dermaplaning is the best available treatment for thorough and fast removal of peach fuzz. It isn’t just an effective form of hair removal on the face, it also has additional benefits such as exfoliating the skin by removing the surface dead skin layer when being performed by a trained professional.
No, there is no skincare that will reduce hair growth.
No, this is a myth. When you remove fluffy facial hair with dermaplaning, it will not change the hair’s thickness, colour or rate of growth. Dermaplaning facial or body hair gives the hair a blunt tip, due to this the tip might feel coarse for a time as it grows out.
Vellus hair (peach fuzz) is fine, short hair that grows all over your body. Vellus hair helps regulate your body temperature and protects your skin. Excess vellus hair growth can happen for a number of reasons including;
Genetics – Excess or long vellus hair can be inherited
Anorexia or very low body weight – The body can produce more hair if it is malnourished to try and produce additional warmth
Age – As women age they can find their vellus facial hair becomes longer and more visible
Some health conditions – Such as Cushing’s syndrome and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
Vellus hair (peach fuzz) is fine, short hair that grows all over your body, everybody has it. Vellus hair helps regulate your body temperature and protects your skin. Excess vellus hair growth can happen for a number of reasons including;
Genetics – Excess or long vellus hair can be inherited
Anorexia or very low body weight – The body can produce more hair if it is malnourished to try and produce additional warmth
Age – As women age they can find their vellus facial hair becomes longer and more visible due to hormonal changes
Some health conditions – Such as Cushing’s syndrome and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
Don’t try to remove at home as this can lead to you cutting your skin and in severe cases result in scarring
Don’t try to remove at home as if the skin is not properly treated following dermaplaning it can be left open resulting in breakouts and skin irritation
Do see a trained professional to have your dermaplaning treatment done
Do avoid make up for 24 hours after removing vellus hair
This is most commonly caused by a change in hormones during pregnancy and the menopause.
This can be different from client to client, but approximately 4-6 weeks. Although it is not a permanent form of hair removal, many clients find that results last longer the more treatments they have.
Yes, there are many tools now available to remove peach fuzz at home. However, in a professional setting a surgical blade is used to remove hairs and dead skin as close to the skin’s surface as possible, this generally leads to longer lasting results. We will also use products designed to protect and nourish your skin following hair removal to prevent bacteria build up and breakouts.
There is nothing you can do to prevent peach fuzz. Everyone has vellus hair, it helps regulate your body temperature and protects your skin.
Prices will vary based upon your location, the quality of the machine being used and the experience of your practitioner. Head to our price list to see pricing of our Hydra-Planing treatment which is the most commonly recommended treatment for peach fuzz removal.