The problem of strong facial hair occurs in women of different ages. Even small deviations from the norm can lead to complexes about the appearance. There are proven ways to remove facial hair, reviews of which confirm obtaining excellent results. Available methods are described in the article.
Causes of the appearance of facial hair in women
To determine why facial hair occurs, you need to familiarize yourself with the characteristics of physiology. Active growth is observed in the puberty, when the girl becomes a girl, and with menopause with the onset of withering of the body. In addition to the antennae above the upper lip, excesses can be found on the eyebrows, ears and nasolabial folds.
What is the reason for this? Doctors say that hirsutism (hypertrichosis) in women appears when the endocrine system or adrenal glands are malfunctioning, as well as due to thyroid disease. High hairiness occurs as a complication of pathologies.
Other reasons include:
- Genetic factor.
- Frequent hot compresses, paraffin therapy, visits to the solarium, as overheating of the face occurs.
- Long-term use of medicines or cosmetics with mercury, tar, from hormonal components.
If there are few hairs, then tweezers can solve the problem. According to reviews, when shaving vegetation will only become darker, tougher, more noticeable. And its growth will be more active. But we should not be discouraged, since the cosmetology sphere is developing, offering women different ways to remove facial hair.
Permanent removal methods
In this case, it is preferable to contact a professional. Facial hair removal is permanently performed in the following ways:
- Laser hair removal. This method leads to the death of hair follicles. Laser hair removal on the face can be performed 6-7 times to completely eliminate vegetation. This is due to the fact that the human body is capable of self-healing. According to reviews, after laser removal of facial hair, the skin becomes smooth.
- Electrolysis. In the process of this procedure, a special electrode is introduced into the follicle. With it, the root of the hair is destroyed by high temperatures. There will be no new vegetation. Given the reviews, many women perform this procedure. However, before conducting it, one still needs to consult a specialist.
- Photoepilation. The process is detrimental to hair by the destruction of bulbs. The result is achieved due to the influence of point light pulses. The procedure lasts 40 minutes and leaves only a positive impression. According to reviews, after it does not appear pain or irritation.
- Bio epilation. Facial hair removal in this case is performed with wax or resin. The heated component is applied to the problem area and after 10 minutes removed with hairs. The person is treated with milk, and for 2 days you should not go to swimming pools, tanning salons, or beaches. According to reviews, many liked this procedure because of its effectiveness.
- QOOL hair removal is a type of laser hair removal. The procedure is performed in the form of a cold effect on the roots.
Which of these methods to choose, it is better to discuss with a specialist. This will protect against undesirable consequences. According to numerous reviews of visitors to such procedures, it is clear that salon methods give effective results.
At home
How is facial hair removal permanently performed at home? Often this is not possible. Such methods only slow down hair growth. It is undesirable to pluck and shave vegetation, as there is a risk of infection. In addition, the methods are painful. After shaving, the structure of the hairs changes, they become thicker, darker and denser.
But hydrogen peroxide is perfect. It does not eliminate hairs, but only discolors them, making them almost invisible. Only need to wipe the vegetation daily. Peroxide is used in combination with liquid soap.
The use of facial hair cream is considered a budget way. The advantage is efficiency. But careful handling of the product is required. Shugaring involves the use of sugar caramel. It is created by continuously stirring a mixture of water, sugar and lemon juice, which are heated in an enameled container over low heat. Effective methods include the use of folk remedies.
Special devices
Various devices for quick hair removal are now on sale. The mechanism in the form of a spring is in demand. It should be applied to unwanted hairs on the face, squeeze and twist, tearing. A similar method, although effective, has disadvantages:
- soreness;
- removal of excessively thin hairs, which can then darken;
- risk of skin irritation and ingrown hairs.
Because of these disadvantages, many do not choose this method. But other effective methods can be used instead, which will be described later.
Cream application
There are special facial hair creams that are sold in cosmetics stores. They are applied for several minutes, and then scraped off with a spatula with a rod. The cream penetrates deep into the skin, dissolves the part of the hair that is located above it and significantly slows down growth. You can choose tools such as Avon, Surgi.
The dissolution process is associated with calcium thiol glycolate, which destroys the protein in the core. According to reviews, facial hair removal cream allows you to cope with the problem in a short time. It has chemical components that have been clinically tested, and therefore not harmful to health.
Hair removal on the face, performed by a person with no experience, can lead to skin injury. To prevent this, it is advisable to do a test in advance on a small area under clothing. So it turns out to check if there really is no allergy. Gradually there will be fewer hairs. They become weak, not very dark, and with systematic procedures can stop growing.
Nettle seeds and vegetable oil
Facial hair removal is performed using a self-prepared product. Stinging nettle seeds should be boiled for 10 minutes in water. The proportion is 1 tbsp. l into a glass of water. The broth should be cooled and diluted in it 20-30 g of vegetable oil. The mixture can be applied to the hair area twice a day.
Soda solution
Facial hair removal at home is performed with a soda solution. Procedures must be done at night. In the morning, the residues are washed off with water, the skin is treated with an anti-inflammatory cream. It takes 10 sessions to slow the growth of vegetation.
To prepare the product you will need baking soda (1 tsp), which must be added to the water (1 cup). In the finished solution, a cotton swab is moistened and applied to the right place. Judging by the reviews, the tool with soda is in demand. In addition, it is effective and inexpensive.
Ant oil
Ant oil will gradually get rid of unnecessary vegetation. The product does not cause irritation or allergies. Long hairs must be cut or plucked before the procedure, but not shaved. A thin layer of ant oil is applied to the treated surface. The procedure must be performed twice a day for 2-6 months. As the reviews show, such sessions give a good result, you just need to do them regularly.
Nuts
Permanent hair removal at home is done using nut tincture. Get it from the walnut shell. A handful of raw materials must be poured with alcohol (150 ml of 70% concentrate). Infusion is performed in a dark container for a week. Tincture is used for 21 days: it needs to be wiped every day with problem areas.
But be careful, since alcohol tincture can lead to facial irritation and pigmentation. To do this, cut an unripe nut, lubricate the hairs with a juicy piece, but do not allow juice to get on the skin. The product burns and stains the fabric. Regular use of green nuts will eliminate vegetation forever.
Laundry soap and wood ash
As can be seen from the reviews, facial hair removal can be effectively performed by simple means. Sieve wood ash without impurities with a fine sieve and pour hot water. ¼ part should be cut from a piece of laundry soap and grated on a fine grater.
Products must be mixed until a paste-like product is obtained. It must be applied to the hairs for 30 minutes, then rinse off. After 2-3 weeks, you can forget about such a problem.
Datura grass
This plant is considered poisonous, but with it it will be possible to quickly eliminate hairs that spoil the beauty of the face. It is only necessary to correctly make funds on its basis. You can use the following recipes:
- The crushed seeds must be filled with vodka. The proportion of components is selected so that the resulting product was in the form of thick sour cream. The product must be insisted 3 weeks in a dark place. It is used to lubricate the hairy parts up to 4 times a day. Hypertrichosis treatment should be performed before the hair is removed.
- The roots of the plant should be boiled in water: 150 g per 1 liter. Herbal medicine is used to lubricate unnecessary hairs. But you should not taste it. The tool is used to wipe the hairy areas every day.
Homemade clay
The clay composition is not one of the means with which facial hair removal is performed quickly and forever. Over time, vegetation will reappear. To prepare the mixture, you will need:
- 175 ml of vinegar;
- 1 kg of sugar;
- 1 cup of cool water;
- 1 bottle of brilliant green.
First, sugar is mixed with water, vinegar. The mixture must be heated over low heat, stirring continuously. After melting the sugar, a medium density solution is obtained. You need to add 1/3 of the green stuff. It is necessary to continue to interfere to get a uniform green tint. The composition should cool.
Then you need a green ceramic salad bowl, which is covered with cling film. The container may be made of another material, but not plastic. Pour the syrup onto the film and allow to solidify completely. It is necessary to disconnect a piece of sticky mass and knead with palms. It must be applied to the hairy areas and wait until it hardens. Then you need to abruptly disrupt the superimposed layer against the growth of hairs. According to reviews, such procedures really bring results.
Waxing
This method eliminates vegetation for a long period. With it, it will turn out to get rid not only of the hairs, but also of the bulb. It will also turn out to slow down their growth. Cosmetic wax is sold at the pharmacy. The execution procedure is simple, therefore, it can be carried out independently:
- Melt the wax in a water bath.
- The melted component with a special spatula or stick is applied to the face in the area of unwanted vegetation.
- Wait a bit for the wax to freeze.
- After that, it is removed with a sharp movement.
- The skin must be treated with a nourishing cream.
This procedure is painful. Therefore, it is desirable to perform the removal not from the entire surface at the same time, but in small parts. If a person is difficult to tolerate pain, then a similar method should be excluded. According to reviews, this method can lead to skin irritation, as there is a mechanical effect. The procedure must be performed 2 times a month, since it is at such a time that the effect is preserved.
Using thread
Elimination of vegetation can be carried out by cutting a piece of silk or cotton thread (0.5 meters). First, its ends must be connected, and then twisted several times, forming a figure eight. One ring should be larger than the second, and the middle should be clearly fixed.
Facial skin needs to be cleaned, steamed and dried. Then, thumb and forefinger are inserted into each ring and the “eight” is applied to the skin. The twisted part should be under the unnecessary hairs, and a large ring above them. Fingers located in the smaller ring must be spread apart so that the center of the threadlike figure rises up and pulls the hairs.
Removing vegetation by thread can seem like a daunting job. But in reality you just need to get the hang of it, and the depilation will be performed quickly. According to reviews, hairs do not appear for about a month. Of the minuses, soreness is distinguished. The method is suitable for removing hairs longer than 5 mm. If the skin is not steamed and dry, ingrown hairs may appear after the procedure.
Lightening
In addition to eliminating hairs, they can simply be discolored. For this, a remedy of 1 lemon is suitable, which must be ground and mixed with sugar (1 cup). The mass must be diluted with boiled water to form a pasty mixture. The composition is applied to the hair, and after 10 minutes everything is washed off.
You can use the recipe with sugar, cornmeal and chicken egg. Products are used to prepare a mask that is applied to the face before drying. Then you need to remove the residue with water. Bulk components need to be added 1 tbsp. l
Funds from milk and turmeric or lemon juice and wheat flour, as well as honey and lemon juice, have a brightening effect. Funds are applied for 15 minutes. Lemon-honey composition should be rubbed and left for 30 minutes. Then follows flushing with water.
Thus, each of the above methods is effective. It is important to monitor the condition of the skin during the procedure. A suitable tool will remove unnecessary facial hair, making the skin smooth and attractive.