I have had many questions about facial hair in women and why it grows on the lip and chin. As we age, you may notice a few facial hairs growing where we may not want them. A hormonal imbalance can cause female facial hair. All women have testosterone, the male hormone, and estrogen, the female hormone, in their bodies. When the healthy balance of these hormones is disrupted, it can cause increased levels of testosterone and decreased levels of estrogen. This results in female facial hair. They can also cause unwanted hair growth in other areas. So it may fall out on your head but get thicker under your arms, legs and on your chin and lip. Coarse, wiry hairs may appear on a women’s face and chin. Hair is sprouting where it shouldn’t be.
When facial hair appears on women it is often a sign of aging. It isn’t necessarily due to hormonal changes, although hormones can have an impact. Genetics plays a role. If your parents were particularly hairy, then you probably will be, too.
Approximately 10 percent of women experience excess facial hair. The cause may be genetic, but sometimes a medical problem exists that should be investigated. It is important to know when you should ask your doctor if there might be an underlying cause. Older women who suddenly experience facial hair growth should have a medical exam to rule out the presence of ovarian, endometrial or adrenal cancer. Other medical causes include obesity, diabetes and insulin resistance.
In the end… facial hair can safely be removed. They have a few methods. Removing the hair by waxing is the most popular. Tweezing is also an option. Depending on how quickly the hair grows, will determine the length of time between waxings.
Angie Pickering – Supervisor
The Salons at St. Leonard
When facial hair appears on women it is often a sign of aging. It isn’t necessarily due to hormonal changes, although hormones can have an impact. Genetics plays a role. If your parents were particularly hairy, then you probably will be, too.
Approximately 10 percent of women experience excess facial hair. The cause may be genetic, but sometimes a medical problem exists that should be investigated. It is important to know when you should ask your doctor if there might be an underlying cause. Older women who suddenly experience facial hair growth should have a medical exam to rule out the presence of ovarian, endometrial or adrenal cancer. Other medical causes include obesity, diabetes and insulin resistance.
In the end… facial hair can safely be removed. They have a few methods. Removing the hair by waxing is the most popular. Tweezing is also an option. Depending on how quickly the hair grows, will determine the length of time between waxings.
Angie Pickering – Supervisor
The Salons at St. Leonard
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