Hypertrichosis and excess hair: when hair becomes a problem
Hypertrichosis is an abnormal increase in hair in areas where only minimal hair is normally present. Excess hair can cause significant cosmetic distress in both women and men, especially when it appears on visible areas such as the face, arms or trunk.
Excess hair growth may be localised or diffuse and can be related to genetic factors, hormonal imbalance, medications or other medical conditions. It is important to distinguish hypertrichosis from hirsutism, which refers to terminal hair growth in typically male areas in women and often requires a targeted endocrine assessment.
Treatment options
At MAVIT, management always starts with a dermatologic evaluation and, when indicated, hormonal testing or specialist referrals. To treat excessive hair, we offer medical laser hair removal, which selectively targets the hair follicle and progressively reduces regrowth. Because the laser acts on hairs in the active growth phase, multiple sessions are required, but over time this leads to a stable, significant reduction in hair, smoother skin and less need for frequent waxing or shaving. The treatment protocol is tailored to the patient’s skin phototype, hair colour and treatment area, to maximise efficacy while maintaining high safety standards.
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