Excess Hair Treatment for Women in Fulham
Pharmacists supply proven cream and coaching that weakens unwanted facial hair within weeks, helping you feel fresher and spend less time shaving.
- Targets facial hair
- Improvement eight weeks
- Confidence boost fast

How does our service work?
Excess facial hair, called hirsutism, often stems from hormone sensitivity around the cheeks, chin, or upper lip. Fulham Palace Pharmacy offers eflornithine thirteen point nine per cent cream, the only prescription product that slows new hair growth rather than removing hair already present.
Your first visit lasts about twenty minutes. We confirm you are eighteen or older, not pregnant or breastfeeding, and have tried other methods like waxing or threading without lasting relief. High resolution photographs set a clear starting point.
You apply a thin film to clean, dry skin twice daily, at least eight hours apart. Wait five minutes after any hair removal so the cream reaches the follicles properly. Leave the medicine on for at least four hours before washing. Consistency is essential; many women notice softer regrowth after eight weeks, with best results by six months.
We schedule follow ups every eight weeks. Each review covers:
- Hair density check
- Skin comfort questions
- Technique refresher
- Lifestyle habit tips
Common effects include mild stinging, redness, or acne like spots. These usually settle as the skin adapts. Very rare reactions such as folliculitis or numbness have been reported. Tell us if irritation persists so we can adjust frequency or add a soothing moisturiser.
Treatment continues as long as benefit remains. Stopping the cream lets hair return to previous growth rates within eight weeks. We can liaise with your GP if hormone testing or specialist referral becomes helpful.
Simple daily habits strengthen results: use sunscreen, avoid harsh scrubs, change razor heads weekly, and manage stress through gentle exercise.
Why eflornithine delivers
Eflornithine blocks ornithine decarboxylase, an enzyme essential for new hair shaft formation. Less enzyme activity means thinner, slower hair regrowth, allowing longer gaps between removal sessions.
- Works beneath skin
- No bleaching effect
- Safe long term use
- Complements laser plans
Small changes, quicker gains
Pair the cream with careful skin care to minimise irritation and shadow.
- Cleanse with mild wash
- Pat not rub dry
- Apply moisturiser after twenty minutes
- Replace razors often
- Wear factor thirty sunscreen daily
Clear, gentle routines protect the barrier while the medicine works on follicles.

What our patients say
Noticeably softer regrowth after two months. Shaving time halved. Caring team.
Appreciated gentle language and no judgement. Service fits around work.
Cream easy to use, reminders help. Far fewer ingrown hairs.
Women aged eighteen or over living, working, or studying in Fulham, Kensington, Battersea, Putney, Hammersmith, or Chelsea who have unwanted facial hair and wish to reduce growth speed. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, under eighteen, or allergy to eflornithine exclude use.
You meet a female pharmacist in a private room. We review medical history, examine affected areas, and take photos. The cream is supplied with a printed routine. You leave with a follow up date and tips for gentle cleansing.
Hair feels finer after eight weeks for most users, with clearer skin by six months when the cream is applied twice daily without gaps. Continued use maintains progress; stopping returns growth to baseline within about two months.
Mild burning, redness, or small spots can appear early. These effects usually fade as skin adapts. Very rarely numbness or inflammation occur. Alert us if discomfort lasts longer than two weeks so we can adjust frequency.
Yes. Remove hair as normal, then wait five minutes before applying the cream so the medicine reaches follicles. Gentle methods like threading or a single blade razor tend to cause less irritation.
Many women benefit without tests. If excessive growth began suddenly, involves unusual areas, or you have other hormonal symptoms, we may advise GP blood tests while you start the cream.
The cream slows new growth and makes hair finer. Most users need less frequent removal, but total clearance is unlikely. Combining with laser once regrowth slows can boost long term smoothness.
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331 Fulham Palace Road, London, SW6 6TE
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