Designed to help slow unwanted facial hair growth with a prescription formula.
Eflornithine HCl Monohydrate
$44.50/month
Billed as $89 every 2 months
Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. They are prepared by a licensed pharmacy based on a provider's prescription. Results may vary.
About This Formula
Shaving, waxing, and threading treat the surface. Hair Removal Cream by DoctorDerm is designed to work differently. Eflornithine HCl is a prescription ingredient formulated to help slow hair regrowth at the follicle level, which may reduce the rate and thickness of new growth over time. May help reduce treatment frequency and maintenance needs.
Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. They are prepared by a licensed pharmacy based on a provider's prescription. Results may vary.
Hair Removal Cream is formulated with Eflornithine HCl Monohydrate, a prescription-grade active designed to help inhibit an enzyme involved in hair growth, compounded by a licensed pharmacy based on your provider’s prescription.
Apply a small amount to clean, dry skin as directed. Your provider will include specific application instructions with your prescription.
Complete a short skin assessment and upload a few photos. A licensed provider personally reviews your case and builds your treatment plan. If prescribed, your formula ships straight to your door.
Most patients may notice slower regrowth within 4 to 8 weeks of consistent use, though results vary. It is designed to work best when used alongside your current hair removal method.
Clinically-Studied Ingredients
The Formula
Prescription-strength formula designed to help with regrowth management. Contains the active ingredient found in the only FDA-approved topical for facial hair.
Eflornithine HCl
C₆H₁₂FN₂O₂·HCl · Enzyme Inhibitor
Eflornithine HCl Monohydrate is a prescription enzyme inhibitor and the active ingredient in FDA-approved Vaniqa, a topical treatment approved for helping to reduce unwanted facial hair in women. It is designed to work by inhibiting ornithine decarboxylase (ODC), an enzyme found in hair follicles involved in cell division and hair growth. By inhibiting ODC activity, Eflornithine may help slow the rate at which hair grows back after removal, and over time may help reduce the thickness and texture of regrowth. It does not remove hair directly; it must be used alongside a hair removal method. Most patients may see noticeable results within 4 to 8 weeks of consistent use, though results vary.
How It Works
ODC Inhibition · Mechanism
Ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) is an enzyme found in the base of hair follicles that is involved in cell division and polyamine synthesis, both of which are factors in hair shaft production. Eflornithine is designed to inhibit this enzyme, which may help slow the cellular processes involved in hair growth. The intended result is a reduced regrowth rate and, with continued use, potentially finer and softer hair that may be easier to remove with your existing method. Results vary by individual.
How To Use
Application Guide · Best Results
Apply to the affected area after hair removal. Your provider will give you specific instructions for when and how often to use. Hair may return to its previous growth rate if treatment is discontinued.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication.
Benefits
Designed to help slow hair regrowth at the follicle
Eflornithine HCl is formulated to help inhibit ornithine decarboxylase, an enzyme involved in hair growth, which may help slow the rate of new growth at the root.
May help reduce hair thickness over time
With consistent use, new hair may grow in thinner and softer, which could make your current removal method more effective and longer-lasting.
Designed to help extend time between removal sessions
Applied after your regular hair removal method, it may help extend the time between treatments and may help reduce the frequency of maintenance.
Designed for facial use
Specifically formulated for the upper lip, chin, and other areas of unwanted facial hair where regrowth is most noticeable.
Provider-prescribed for your skin
A licensed provider reviews your case and prescribes your formula, no in-office visit or awkward consultations required.
How It Works
From your first question to your best skin. Here's how DoctorDerm works.
Take a quick skin assessment. Upload a few photos. No appointments, no waiting rooms.
A provider personally reviews your results and builds your treatment plan. Made for your skin, no one else's.
Your prescription treatment ships to your door every 60 days.
Adjust, check in, and get ongoing support whenever you need it.
The Difference
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| Personalized to your skin | Partial | ||
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Start My AssessmentReviews
”I have been using Hair Removal Cream for months and I have noticed improvement. The regrowth seems slower and much finer. This was so easy, wish I had tried it before, definitely will keep buying.”
Verified Customer
”I came across Hair Removal Cream and after a few weeks of using it, I noticed the regrowth between appointments seemed less, and it felt easier to manage.”
Verified Customer
"I've been shaving since I was 16 and haven't found a long-term solution until now. Three months in and I've noticed less regrowth, the hair seems finer, and my skin feels smoother. Wish I had found this sooner."
Verified Customer
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FAQ
Most patients may notice slower regrowth within 4 to 8 weeks of consistent twice-daily use. Results are gradual and cumulative; continued use may lead to more noticeable results. Individual results vary.
No. Eflornithine HCl is designed to help slow the rate at which hair grows back after removal. It should be used alongside your regular hair removal method, such as shaving, threading, waxing, or laser, for best results.
Yes. All DoctorDerm formulas are prescription-grade and require a provider consultation. Your assessment is the first step.
This formula is specifically designed for facial use. Please mention any body hair concerns during your assessment.
Please inform your provider of your pregnancy or plans to become pregnant during the assessment. They will advise on whether this formula is appropriate for you.
Yes. Hair may return to its previous growth rate within 8 weeks of stopping treatment. Ongoing use is designed to help maintain results.
Yes. Eflornithine HCl is designed to complement laser hair removal by helping to slow regrowth between sessions, which may help extend the time between treatments.
DoctorDerm treatments combine ingredients into customized formulas that you typically wouldn’t receive as a single prescription in a traditional dermatology office. Our treatments are prepared and delivered directly to your door, giving you a complete skincare experience without the wait times or in-office visits.
$44.50/month. Billed as $89 every 2 months
Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. They are prepared by a licensed pharmacy based on a provider's prescription. Results may vary.