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The practical management of hormonal treatment in adults with gender dysphoria
Published in James Barrett, Transsexual and Other Disorders of Gender Identity, 2017
Hirsuitism and menstrual irregularity can be controlled using the oral contraceptive pill. These medication induce SHBG production whilst suppressing ovarian androgen production and effectively reducing hirsuitism. Dianette is especially effective as it contains a combination of the ethinylestradiol with the anti-androgenic progestin cyproterone acetate, which helps to control the effects of androgens on the hair follicle. An alternative approach is to use a topical preparation eflornithine (Vaniqa 11.5%), which inhibits the enzyme ornithine decarboxylase in the hair follicle and so reduces hair growth. Local measures such as waxing, sugaring, laser and electrolysis are also extremely effective in controlling excess body hair.
Products used on the vulva
Published in Miranda A. Farage, Howard I. Maibach, The Vulva, 2017
Miranda A. Farage, Lisa Lennon
A current popular trend for hair removal is sugaring or sugar-waxing. A number of commercially available sugar wax preparations are on the market. In addition, do-it-yourself recipes and directions are readily available online (e.g., (45)). The materials used in these preparations are primarily sugar, water, and lemon juice. The solution is heated, and then cooled to a paste. The paste is applied to the area and covered with a porous cloth that is quickly stripped off. Some commercial sugar-waxing products are available that do not require heating for use, but the homemade preparations must be heated. The materials used in this process are generally considered safe; however, heated sugar wax has the tendency to easily burn the sensitive skin of the genital area.
Sugaring: Understanding the World of Sugar Daddies and Sugar Babies
Published in The Journal of Sex Research, 2021
A sugar arrangement is a growing practice in relationships and a consequence of the technological evolution within the commercial sex industry. The terms “sugar daddy” and “sugar momma” generally describe older and wealthy men and women, respectively, who lavish gifts on younger men and women in exchange for their company and/or sexual favors. The term sugar baby refers to a younger person who receives the gifts. Sugar arrangements are typically reliant on heterosexual relationships. There are various websites available to anyone interested in sugaring.