Dr. Gloria Lin is a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group in NYC. She explains that hirsutism, unwanted facial hair in women, can be due to a combination of genetics and hormones. Dr. Margarita Lolis, also a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group in NYC, notes that facial hair removal is safe if done correctly.
A comprehensive guide to facial hair removal products was researched, including creams, razors, and at-home laser hair removal devices. Katie Berohn, ELLE beauty editor, is a fan of dermaplaning for makeup purposes and recommends a dermaplane tool that is sharp, has a good weight, "and causes no irritation." Dr. Lin notes that razors can be used as an alternative to dermaplaning devices... but warns that finesse is required to avoid skin cutting or injury.
Having facial hair as a woman is nothing to be embarrassed about. More women than you think deal with unwanted peach fuzz, unruly brows, and chin hairs, which is also known as hirsutism. “Hirsutism can be due to a combination of genetics and hormones. Excess testosterone can also lead to unwanted hair on the face.
This can be related to conditions like polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) or other hormonal imbalances,” explains Dr. Gloria Lin , a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group in NYC. According to Dr. Lin, new facial hair growth can also occur during perimenopause and menopause, when estrogen levels decrease, but testosterone levels stay the same.
If you're not the biggest fan of these unwelcome visitors, don't fret—you can eradicate them in various ways that won't harm your skin or health. “Overall, [facial hair removal] is safe if using the appropriate methods and when done correctly,” says Dr. Margarita Lolis , a board-certified dermatologist at Schweiger Dermatology Group in NYC. The best facial hair removal products include facial hair removal creams , deft razors , and at-home laser hair removal devices , just to name a few.
