When talking about facial hair, you need to know what hirsutism is. Hirsutism is a condition where women have excess body hair in unwanted places like the chin, back, and chest.
Hirsutism may be an inherited genetic trait or a result of hormonal imbalance caused by abnormally high levels of male hormones (androgens like testosterone). The most common cause of hirsutism is PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) that is triggered by a disrupted endocrine system.
# Spearmint TeaAs already established, excess androgens is a huge signboard pointing at excess facial hair. According to a study, spearmint tea reduces testosterone levels (male hormone) and increases estradiol levels (female hormone) in your body. In this way, it counteracts the hormonal imbalance responsible for triggering hair growth.
More research is needed to further solidify these claims. In the meantime, refresh yourself with a cup of spearmint tea. What have you got to lose?
How To Make Spearmint Tea
- Pour 1 cup of boiling water over a heaping teaspoon of dried, ground spearmint leaves or 1.5 teaspoons of fresh, finely chopped spearmint leaves.
- Steep for 10minutes.
- Sweeten with sugar or honey, if necessary.
# PapayaPapaya contains the enzyme papain. According to a study, papain has been shown to degenerate hair follicles and disintegrate hair shafts.
Go ahead. Mash up some fresh papaya and smear it all over your face. Wash off after 15–20 minutes.
# Egg Whites
Egg whites do nothing to weaken hair follicles or disassemble hair shafts. They effectively suffice as home-made wax. Make a face peel by brushing on some egg whites on your face. Once it has dried, gently peel it off. Like waxing, it will remove unwanted facial hair along with it.