Facial hair is not flattering, and most women will do anything to get rid of the ones that have taken permanent residence on their faces. Excessive facial hair growth in Black women is often caused by hormonal changes. When estrogen is the predominant hormone, facial hair remains in its vellus form (small hair that is not easily noticeable).
But when androgen levels increase, vellus hairs can become terminal. This means that male sex hormones cause a pattern of facial hair growth more similar to a man. The hairs on the face become coarse, thick, and more noticeable, and are absolutely unsexy.
There are simple ways you can get rid of them and have the smooth facial skin you have always wanted.
1. Egg white mask
Not only is it sticky, which makes the mask stick to all your facial hair and helps you peel the excess growth off once it is dry, but it also nourishes your skin. Eggs are full of protein, which infuses the collagen booster your skin needs after a long day.
To prepare it, grab a bowl, take the egg white, and mix it with a tablespoon of cornstarch and sugar. Keep beating until you get a smooth mixture. Apply the paste on your face, and let it stay for 15 to 20 minutes. When the mask dries and is hard enough, peel it off quickly. Rinse your face with cold water after peeling.
2. Sugar and lemon face mask
Sugar, when warmed, sticks to the hair, and after it dries, you can rip the hair off (as you pull the mask), causing no damage to the skin. Sugar only sticks to your hair and not your skin. Lemon, on the other hand, works as a natural bleaching agent and bleaches the rest of the hair while lightening the skin tone.
For this homemade remedy for facial hair, you need to take a mixture of 2 tablespoons of sugar, a pinch of fresh lime juice (about 2 teaspoons), and 9-10 teaspoons of water. Heat the mixture, and set it aside to cool down a bit. Apply the paste on your face and let it sit for about 15-20 minutes. Rinse it off with cold water. Do this at least 3 to 4 times a week for the best results.
3. Lemon and honey mask
Looking for a home remedy for dry skin and excessive facial hair growth? This home-made waxing alternative should work wonders for you.
Take a bowl, mix about 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 tablespoon of organic honey, and 2 teaspoons of lemon juice, and heat the mixture until it becomes paste-like. You can also thin the mixture by adding water if it tends to become too sticky. Keep the mixture aside to cool. Take the paste and apply it to the affected areas. Grab a waxing strip and pull the hair out in the opposite direction.
4. Papaya (pawpaw) and turmeric
The star bioactive enzyme found in papaya, called ‘papain,’ enlarges the hair follicle, which inhibits the excess hair growth on your skin. Papaya also helps naturally exfoliate the skin by removing the dead cells.
To prepare, peel the raw papaya and cut it into small pieces, then grind them into a fine paste. Add a tablespoon of turmeric powder to the paste. With the help of your hands, massage it onto the parts with excessive hair growth and let it sit for about 20 minutes. Wash it off with cold water. For the best results, try the regimen at least twice a week.
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