[jannet.duff]

i suffer from similar patchiness and such. I myself plan on trying epilators, in order to try to avoid beard-shade and perma-5-o'clock shadow, in spite of enjoying a good clean shave. Later on, when i can afford it, i will try for actual electrolysis.

I can attest to the success with an electric epilator. ( Be warned it hurts like heck when you first start.) Hormones ( HRT or NBE ) will begin to slow the growth down. Between the epilator and the hormones, after 12 months I can, if I want go two to three days before any noticable growth.