Following certain hair removal methods like waxing, shaving, tweezing or threading can be effective (Representational Image) | Photo Credit: Getty Images
Every woman out there has facial hair growth which is quite fine and light in colour but at times, this facial hair on the face or body may be coarse and dark in nature which may be due to a condition called hirsutism. It is a condition when women tend to notice male-pattern hair growth in areas where mainly male hair grows like the face, arms, back, or chest. This condition is genetic in nature and can arise from excess male hormones called androgens, primarily testosterone.
Symptoms of excessive facial hair growth
Some common symptomsexcessive hair growth
- It is marked by dark and stiff body hair especially in the face, lower abdomen, chest and back
- You may also tend to develop certain other male characteristics like deepening of voice
- Deep acne scars
- Oily skin
- Excessive hair loss
- Receding hairline
Causes of facial hair growth
Some causesexcessive facial hair growth
- PCOS which can lead to irregular periods, obesity, infertility.
- Following certain medications like the blood pressure medicines, antidepressants or antibiotics and excessive use of steroids
- This condition is genetic in nature and there are chances that you may carry this condition from your parents or your family members
- Hormonal changes
- Tumours in ovaries or adrenal glands
- Cushing's syndrome
- Thyroid disorders
- High level of cholesterol intake
- Being obese or overweight
Natural home remedies to get rid of your excessive facial hair
Some natural home remediesyour facial hair
- Sugar and Lemon Juice: Heat the paste of sugar, lemon juice, and water and apply it on the unwanted hair area. Wash it off after 20 minutes and you can see the difference. Sugar has excellent exfoliating properties and also helps in lightening the skin tone.
- Lemon and Honey: Honey is known for its moisturizing properties. Heat the mixture of sugar, lemon juice, and honey. Apply cornstarch and spread the paste on the hair. Now, peel off the hair using waxing strips.
- Oatmeal and Banana: Oatmeal is rich in antioxidants content and also adds glow to our skin. Mash a banana and blend it with oatmeal which further helps in removing all the dead skin. Massaging the hairy area with this paste for at least 15 minutes can work wonders.
- Potato and Lentil: Potato acts as an excellent bleaching agent and lentils helps in removing the unwanted hair. Add lemon juice, honey and potato juice to lentil paste and apply this 1-2 times a week.
- Egg White and Cornstarch: Egg white being sticky in nature forms a thin layer on our skin and helps in removing the unwanted hair on our face. Apply a mixture of cornflour and sugar to the egg white and leave it for almost 30 minutes and peel it off once it's dry.
Treatment for unwanted facial hair
- Bringing a slight change in the diet can help women in this case.
- Reducing excess sugar-intake and carbohydrates can be effective.
- Managing weight can also help as it can help control many symptoms of PCOS.
- Following certain hair removal methods like waxing, shaving, tweezing or threading can be effective.
- Your dermatologist can tell you about laser techniques to remove unwanted hair permanently
- Electrolysis, chemical removal of hair and depilatory creams are also options that the skin doctor can advise you about
Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a professional healthcare provider if you have any specific questions about any medical matter.
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