Hair around areola. How can I remove it?

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I 28 years old female. I have few hair like 8-10 hairs around or the at outer part of the areola in both breasts. Is that normal? What is the safest method to remove it? What is the possible abnormalities that could result in that hair?

Tina B. West, MD · Answer

It is not uncommon to have hair near the aerola region.  Laser hair removal can be a great option in helping to remove these unwanted hairs.  Please make sure to schedule with a certified laser hair removal provider to see if you are a good candidate for this treatment. They will review your hair type and help provide you with the safest and most effective treatment. Best,

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! It is not uncommon to have hair near the aerola region.  Laser hair removal can be a great option in helping to remove these unwanted hairs.  Please make sure to schedule with a certified laser hair removal provider to see if you are a good candidate for this treatment. They will review your hair type and help provide you with the safest and most effective treatment.

Tianna Tsitsis, MD · Answer

Hair around the areola is not an uncommon problem to have, especially if your of an ethnicity that is hairy.  Laser hair removal can be performed easily to treat this.  It may take 6-12 treatments depending on the quality of the device used.  Good luck.

Norman Gonzales, MD · Answer

Yes, It is possible to remove the hair around the the areola.   Most laser hair removal platforms can address the issue.  Please see a qualified practice to evaluate your skin type for the procedure.   
Best of luck, 
Dr. G

Paul C. Dillon, MD · Answer

Yes, you would be an ideal candidate for laser hair removal. Just make sure you go to a trained professional and that they use the proper settings for your skin type.

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