6 Natural Methods That May Help Reduce Facial Hair Growth

No one ever said they wanted facial hair, but unfortunately, we’ve all got our share of it. Even when a little peach hair doesn’t hurt us, thick hair under the nose, on the chin, or anywhere on the face may drag your confidence down town. Now before you bring your razor, thread, tweezers or waxing strip near your face, hear us out! Here are some ways to restrict the growth of unwanted facial hair without the need for any painful extraction treatment. Read on to know them all!

1. Try Spearmint Tea

Tea made from spearmint not only has a pleasant aroma and flavor, but it also has the added benefit of lowering testosterone levels in the blood. Unwanted facial hair is caused by this hormone, therefore decreasing those levels may reduce hair growth. Drinking two cups of spearmint tea daily has been demonstrated in studies to reduce facial hair development. However, it’s best to consult your dietician to check that it doesn’t jeopardize your skin and health.

2. Give Tea Tree And Lavender Oils A Try

Oils have been employed for centuries in cosmetics and skincare, and a number of them are quite efficient in getting rid of unsightly facial hair. Using essential oils like lavender & tea tree on the unwanted hair growth areas has been shown to suppress hair growth. However, make sure you do a patch test to determine which oils work best for your skin.

3. Eliminate Trans Fat From Your Diet

While a batch of fresh chocolate chip treats from the local bakery could help brighten your spirits and fulfill your sweet craving, they likely include trans fats, as do the vast majority of commercially made food items. Trans fats have been linked to an increase in both cholesterol and the likelihood of developing heart disease. They may also lead to the development of unwanted hair. If you decide to eliminate them, your body will appreciate the change.

4. Start To Exercise Regularly

If you want to maintain a healthy weight and avoid unwanted facial hair, devoting 30 minutes per day to moderate exercise is a great place to start. The hormone imbalance caused by being overweight is responsible for the excess development of facial hair, therefore even a little weight loss of 5 percent can have a significant effect on your health. Avoid high-intensity activities like weight lifting, and stick to cardio if you want to keep your testosterone levels stable. If you are a beginner, you can take up simpler activities like power walking or jogging instead of gymming. You can also go for aerobics or Zumba but under the supervision of a trained expert.

5. Say Goodbye To Processed Sugar

Changing your diet may help slow down the growth of unwanted facial hair. Increases in insulin secretion and synthesis have been linked to excessive consumption of processed sugars and carbs. Hormone synthesis can be disrupted by elevated insulin levels. More androgens and testosterone are typically produced by a woman’s ovaries in this case. This leads to the development of coarser, thicker hair all over the body, including the head, neck, chest, arms, and legs. Lessening one’s carbohydrate and sugar intake can be beneficial. Make sure you stick to a healthy natural diet with fewer food items processed.

6. Drink A Lot Of Water

By now you know how important staying hydrated is for your health, skin, and hair. Your health and looks depend on your body being properly hydrated. So it’s important to keep hydrated, even on a cool day. Water promotes your metabolism, keeps your skin looking fresh, and has many other health advantages, including preventing unwanted facial hair. Some people have reported seeing improvement in stunted facial hair growth with the recommendation of drinking 6-8 glasses of water every day. However, make sure you don’t overdo it as it can lead to the washing away of salts and minerals in your body. Keep the hydration in moderation for the best health results.

So now that you know all the natural ways to fight unwanted facial hair, nothing can stop you from looking confident in your own skin. Always remember, unwanted facial hair is mostly a result of hormonal problems, so before taking any drastic steps, it’s important to consult with your doctor and eliminate any kind of food that may trigger your hair growth or skin problems. So, what is your secret to fighting unwanted facial hair? Let us know in the comments section!

Sources

1. Scalp Condition Impacts Hair Growth and Retention via Oxidative Stress, NCBI
2. Insulin and Insulin Resistance, NCBI
3. Endocrine evaluation of hirsutism, NCBI
4. Trans fatty acids – A risk factor for cardiovascular disease, NCBI
5. Possible efficacy of Lavender and Tea tree oils in the treatment of young women affected by mild idiopathic hirsutism, NCBI
6. An Update on Plant Derived Anti-Androgens, NCBI
7. Spearmint herbal tea has significant anti-androgen effects in polycystic ovarian syndrome. A randomized controlled trial, NCBI

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Indrani is a writer and artist who likes to add a dash of humor to everything she does. She has two years of experience in writing articles across beauty, health, and lifestyle genres. After graduating in Political Science from Calcutta University, she took a detour into the world of creativity and discovered her knack for social writing, advertising, designing, and...more