Epila (Eflornithine Hydrochloride) 13.9% cream used for the reduction of unwanted hair growth in the face of women.
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| Epila Cream for Unwanted Hair Growth |
Composition
This cream contains:Eflornithine Hydrochloride ............................... 13.9%
What is Eflornithine Hydrochloride?
Epila cream complements others in use facial hair removing methods by reducing hair growth. By using it twice a day, every day, you should be spending less time removing facial hair. With adjoint therapies like shaving, laser treatment, waxing and tweezing users see a noticeable reduction gradually in the amount of unwanted facial hair within the first 4 to 8 weeks. For some women, it may take longer.Is Epila cream is a prescription hair removal product?
Does using it mean I won't have to deal with unwanted facial hair anymore?
This product is used for the reduction of facial hair growth in women. If you are currently tweezing, waxing, shaving under laser treatment therapy or using another type of hair removal method, it's important for you to continue doing it. It complements your current facial hair removal method by reducing the rate of growth, so over time, you should be removing UFH less often.How does Epila Work?
Eflornithine hydrochloride is the only FDA approval ed product that works within the hair follicle, right where the UFH problem begins. It works with all skin types and on all hair colors, including dark, coarse hair and light, vellus hair (peach fuzz).How do I get the best results?
For the best results, Epila should be used twice a day as part of your morning and evening skin care routine. A little amount of cream goes a long way. As directed by your doctor, massage a thin layer of cream on your chin, upper lip or other areas of your face twice a day, until it's absorbed into the skin. This cream should be used along with your normal hair removal methods.Can I use Epila with cosmetics, Moisturizers, and Sunscreens?
Yes. Eflornithine hydrochloride can be used with your usual products as part of your morning and evening skin care routine. Apply Epila first and wait for it to dry before applying moisturizer, sunscreen or cosmetics. After applying Epila, wait at least four hours before you wash your face.What happens if I don't use Epila Cream Regularly?
If you forget or miss a day, don't try to "make it up". Continue using cream (eflornithine hydrochloride) as usual.Is it appropriate to talk to my Doctor about my unwanted facial hair?
Certainly, while you may hide your facial hair from everyone else. You can feel comfortable discussing your problems and learning about your facial hair removal options. After all, now your doctor has a prescription option to offer you - Epila cream.It is not a prescription removal cream, rather a cream scientifically developed and clinically proven to reduce the growth of unwanted facial hair in women. You can be sure your doctor is willing and bale to help. These helpful tips make it easy to talk to your doctor about Epila (eflornithine hydrochloride) cream.
How do I know Epila is Working?
When you rub it, it goes below the surface to slow growth within the hair follicle itself. In as little as 4 to 8 weeks, you may find you're spending less time tweezing, waxing, shaving, bleaching or using depilatories to manage your facial hair. That's how you will know Epila is really working.Does Epila (Eflornithine hydrochloride) Cream have any Side Effects?
Epila has an excellent safety profile and will not damage or scar skin. In clinical trials, some women experienced minor and temporary skin irritations such as redness, stinging, burning, tingling or acne. If these persist, consult your doctor. Only 2% of subjects discontinued studies due to side effects related to the use of Epila.Who can use Epila?
This cream is for women who are bothered by unwanted facial hair on their chin, upper lip and other areas of the face. It can be used on all skin types and on all hair colors. Ask your doctor if Epila is right for yours. It should not be used if you are less than 12 years old.If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, discuss with your doctor whether you should use Epila during pregnancy. No clinical studies have been performed in pregnant women. Nursing mothers, it is not known if eflornithine hydrochloride is passed through the breast milk. So, consult your doctor before using it.
How Long until I see results with Epila cream?
It is the prescription product that reduces the growth of UFH but it is not a hair removal cream, so it does not work instantly. With twice-daily use, many women will see results within 4 to 8 weeks. Individual results may vary. If not improvement has been seen in six months, you should discontinue use.Can Epila (eflornithine hydrochloride) be used with laser hair removal treatments?
Clinical studies have shown that Epila improves the effectiveness of laser hair removal. Scientific studies showed that after 6 months of treatment, complete or almost complete hair removal was achieved in 94% of patients receiving laser plus Epila, compared to 68% for patients receiving laser without Eflornithin Hydrochloride.Another scientific study resulted in a similar effect with the combination of Epila plus laser between 6 and 22 weeks of treatment. Approximately 75% of these patients reported a preference for combination therapy over laser treatment alone.
