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Helping you manage excessive facial hair with confidence
Hair Reduction Treatment
How It Works
Three simple steps to get your treatment
Step 1
Tell Us What You Need
Step 2
Quick Clinician Review
Step 3
Collect or Receive Your Medication
What Is This Hair Reduction Treatment For?
Managing regular medication shouldn’t be stressful. At Kingston Pharmacy, our Repeat Prescription Service makes it easier to stay on track with your treatment.
We can request your repeat prescriptions directly from your GP, prepare your medication in advance, and have it ready when you need it — helping reduce the risk of running out. Our pharmacy team is also here to answer any questions and support you with your medicines.
Available Treatments
Safe, effective medications reviewed by our pharmacists
Our Clinical Team
Rifqa Jibara
Ra'eesah Rasan
Common Questions
There are several possible causes of excessive facial hair growth, including:
Genetics
Hormonal changes
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Menopause
Certain medications
Increased sensitivity to hormones
For many women, facial hair growth occurs without an identifiable medical cause.
This service is suitable for adult women experiencing unwanted facial hair growth on the face, particularly on the chin, upper lip, or jawline. A clinician will review your symptoms, medical history, and current medications to determine whether treatment is appropriate.
Vaniqa is a prescription cream containing eflornithine. It is applied directly to the skin and works by slowing the rate of hair growth. It is specifically licensed for the treatment of unwanted facial hair in women. Vaniqa works by blocking an enzyme involved in hair growth within the hair follicle. This helps slow the growth of new hair and can reduce the frequency with which hair removal methods are needed.
Vaniqa is typically used on areas of unwanted facial hair, including:
Chin
Upper lip
Jawline
Side of the face
It is designed specifically for facial use in women.
No. Vaniqa does not remove hair that is already present. Instead, it slows the growth of new hair over time. Most women continue using hair removal methods such as shaving, threading, waxing, or plucking while using treatment.
Most patients begin to notice reduced hair growth after 6 to 8 weeks of regular use. Maximum benefit is often seen after 3 to 6 months of continued treatment.
Vaniqa is usually applied:
Twice daily
Approximately 8 hours apart
To clean, dry skin
After application:
Allow the cream to absorb fully
Wait at least 5 minutes before applying makeup, sunscreen, or moisturiser
Wash your hands after use
Your clinician will provide full instructions on how to use the treatment safely and effectively.
In many cases, yes. Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) may experience increased facial hair growth due to hormonal factors. Vaniqa may help manage unwanted facial hair, although a clinician will assess suitability during your consultation.
Yes. Vaniqa is sometimes used alongside laser hair removal or other cosmetic hair reduction methods. Your clinician can advise whether this approach may be appropriate for you.
Many women find that facial hair grows more slowly, becomes easier to manage, and requires less frequent removal. Individual results vary depending on factors such as hair growth patterns and hormonal influences.