reduction of facial hair

hi, i have tried waxing, creams,etc. but i did hear in the media that there was a new cream coming out that would reduce facial hair. do you know if it's out and what are the side effects? because i am 36 have hyperthroid, and also have more problems with facial hair and acne than when i was younger.


          thank you , rosa

[Alan Rockoff, MD]

Rosa:

A new cream with the trade name Vaniqa has been recently approved.  To be honest, I know little about it and have only just begun to recommend it.  Have you tried or considered laser hair removal or electrolysis?  Either is likely to be very helpful, and is worth at least looking into.

Best.

Dr. Rockoff