Do you or a loved one have a hairy back? Unwanted back hair is a problem for many individuals. Don't let unwanted back hair interfere with your life; learn how to get rid of back hair.

• Many individuals suffer from unwanted back hair. If you have unwanted back hair, there are several solutions available. Because your back is a difficult location, for best results, have a professional perform one of the following methods.

Talk to your doctor to determine if the hair growth is abnormal. Sometimes hair growth is caused by hormones or other conditions that can be treated with medication.

• Shaving uses a sharp blade to remove hair from the surface of your skin. Shave while wet to help avoid skin irritation. Unless you are a contortionist, you may need assistance to shave all unwanted back hair. Shaving lasts one to two days.

• A hair removal gel, cream or lotion is applied to the skin dissolving the protein in the hair and allowing the hair to be removed.

• Waxing uses hot or cold wax to pull hair out by the root. New growth is not visible for several weeks after treatment. Waxing can be done at home, but for best results see a professional.

• Electrolysis is a permanent hair removal process. Using an electrical epilator, an electrical current destroys the hair follicle. Electrolysis requires regular treatments for several months, perhaps up to a year. Because it is expensive and time-consuming, electrolysis is not always the best treatment for unwanted back hair.

• Laser removal uses a pulsating beam of light to remove hair. It will take many treatments and several months to reduce one-third or more of unwanted back hair.

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