Hair removal addresses the problem of unwanted hair that is common amongst both men and women. Often, excess body or facial hair may be the result of hereditary factors. Hair removal treatments also combat the experience of unwanted or excess hair - a condition that worsens with age, pregnancy or menopause.

Hair comes different sizes and types, as follicles in different parts of the body produce differing types of hair. As a result, hair may grow in thick, bushy patches in some parts of the body or long thin strands.