womens facial hair

I use an epilator too, sherish. As you say, quite painful at first but you soon get used to it, and so much easier than creams or (heaven forbid!) shaving.

glass, sorry you have the same problem, but at least dark hair responds to laser treatment which fair hair does not. I know it's pricey though...

All good advice. I have a slight moustache and because I am very dark it is noticeable. When I notice a bit of five-o'clock shadow I just bleach it.

Is it noticeable to others or just to you?

What else I would suggest you think about is.
How old are you?
How long have you had it?
Is it increasing rapidly?
If it is a sudden thing I would suggest you see a doctor to check if you have any hormone inbalance.

boat sorry I am not being flippant, but I have quite dark hair and I have just about given up and I think a balaclava is my only option.

I use an epillator. It's a little painful the first time but then you get used to it. The hair is finer so therefore it's quicker to remove each time. There are lots of models, I have a Braun. I think I looked on Google for epillator reviews before I decided.