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  • Question
    How can a woman get rid of facial hair permanently?
    Karina Villalta
    Certified Esthetician
    Karina Villalta is a certified Esthetician and Owner of Oh Sweet and Sugar and Shears, a skincare and hair removal service located in Seattle and Kirkland, Washington. With over eight years of experience, Karina specializes in eyebrow shaping, a hair removal technique called sugaring, and organic facials. Karina started her career and was trained at Benefit Cosmetics Brow Bar. Since opening her own business, Karina ensures her clients are educated about their skin and helps them implement personalized skincare routines.
    Certified Esthetician
    Expert Answer
    There are laser treatments out there that use electricity to keep hairs from growing back permanently, but outside of that, you're just going to have to regularly maintain your hair removal regimen.
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    How do I figure out what brow shape would look best for me?
    Karina Villalta
    Certified Esthetician
    Karina Villalta is a certified Esthetician and Owner of Oh Sweet and Sugar and Shears, a skincare and hair removal service located in Seattle and Kirkland, Washington. With over eight years of experience, Karina specializes in eyebrow shaping, a hair removal technique called sugaring, and organic facials. Karina started her career and was trained at Benefit Cosmetics Brow Bar. Since opening her own business, Karina ensures her clients are educated about their skin and helps them implement personalized skincare routines.
    Certified Esthetician
    Expert Answer
    I'd really recommend reaching out to a trained esthetician for this. There's a technique called brow mapping, and they'll be able to identify the best shape and location for your brows based on the location of your eyes and nose. It's pretty tough to figure this one out on your own.
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    How do I get rid of female facial hair cheaply and permanently?
    Community Answer
    There are dozens of homemade hair removal products you can learn about on YouTube. They don't necessarily work immediately, but over time you should see less hair. The most common method is to use turmeric powder.
  • Question
    If I shave, will it come back thicker?
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    After the first time you shave, it will look thicker when it grows back because you've cut off the end of the hair, which is the thinnest part (and which doesn't grow back). Other hair removal methods, like waxing or tweezing, are better in this respect because they remove the entire hair with the root, and the hair will have to grow back completely from the beginning and will look like the original hair (not to mention, the results last a lot longer).
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    Why do girls remove facial hair?
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    It's a society thing. There's nothing wrong with anyone having hair on their face, but society says that women shouldn't, so many girls choose to remove it. I got made fun of at school for it, and when I finally removed it, I was still teased, so I would suggest you don't bother unless it's really important to you.
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    What is the simplest way to remove facial hair?
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    If you have a good pain tolerance, you might find waxing to be the easiest; this is suitable for both the lip and eyebrows. If you have a lower pain tolerance, you might want to consider bleaching it or using a depilatory cream instead. Keep in mind that bleach and depilatory creams are only suitable for the lip and should not be used on the eyebrows.
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    How many laser sessions must I undergo for permanent hair removal?
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    That depends on your type of hair. Finer hair types will require fewer treatments than coarser hair types. Once you get to your clinic, they'll have an intake with you and tell you how many treatments you need based on your type of facial hair.
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    Can I use normal scissors to cut my facial hair?
    Community Answer
    No, as you could hurt yourself really badly.
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    Why do females grow facial hair? How do I prevent this with sensitive skin?
    Community Answer
    It's normal for females to grow a little facial hair. It's not something you can prevent, but you can remove the hair temporarily by laser hair removal, waxing, depilatory creams, shaving etc.
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    Why is the hair on my chin getting darker and coarser over time?
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    If you are in your 40's or older, it may be due to hormonal shifts. Thicker, darker hairs on the face are one of the first noticeable signs that your hormones may be changing, even if you are not yet entering menopause.
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    My parents will not let me shave and I practically have a beard. How do I get rid of my facial hair?
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    You don't want to shave your face because the hairs will look thicker when they grow back. Waxing or plucking would be most effective. Using a hair removal cream could work, too. You can also get lavender and tea tree essential oils, which you would mix with purified water in a squirt bottle. Over a few months, this can lighten the hairs and and make them less obvious. Explain your concerns to your parents and be sure they understand your perspective.
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    My face has thick hair. Is there a cream to remove it permanently?
    Community Answer
    Not permanently, but you could try Nair or Veet for hair removal that lasts long.
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    Does shaving actually cause thicker hair growth?
    Community Answer
    It doesn't, after we shave our hair starts to grow back unevenly, which makes it look like it's thicker but it's not, it's just uneven.
  • Question
    How do I get rid of the dark area above my upper lip?
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    It's usually because of long-term shaving, when you are removing the surface layer of hair but not the part beneath the skin, which is why you can see it. The best way is to let it grow, then wax, epilate or thread (any way that pulls it rather than cuts it), until all the hairs have been pulled from the follicle.
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    What do I do if I can't afford any of the dye or laser treatments, and can't deal with pain?
    Community Answer
    You can find facial bleach anywhere.
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    How often should I remove my facial hair (with hair removal cream?)
    Community Answer
    Just remove it when it starts to become noticeable.
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    I am using turmeric to get rid of my upper lip hair, but the hair is still growing. What do I do?
    Community Answer
    Turmeric isn't a permanent solution. The only permanent option widely available is laser hair removal. You might also try waxing or using hair removal cream. You have many options available at salons, chemists, spas, etc.
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    I kind of have a unibrow and upper lip hair which are pretty visible since I have brownish black hair. How do I remove them non-painfully?
    Community Answer
    The best way to do it is to use tweezers and pluck out the hairs. It can be painful but it will successfully remove the hairs.
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    I am a teenager and the facial hair is making me self conscious. What can I do about it?
    Community Answer
    Try using a hair removal cream. It will last longer than shaving.
  • Question
    I have dark and thick hairs on my chin. Is there a way to bleach them?
    Sami97
    Community Answer
    Yes, there are a variety of specific bleaches for facial hair. Other options include waxing, sugaring, or lasering. You could try going to your local beauty shop to get recommendations.
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    I use my battery shaver on my face, is this okay?
    Community Answer
    Yes, I don't see why it wouldn't be okay. As long as it works and it isn't hurting you or giving you infections then it is fine.
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    Are there any creams to remove hair from the face?
    Maria Mansha
    Community Answer
    Not for whole face; you can use Veet or Noir hair removing cream for upper lips and for the chin.
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    What should I do if chin hair grows back fast even when I wax it?
    Community Answer
    Try threading those hairs as they grow back. This can be a bit painful, but you'll get used to it. This also gives you a better overall look.
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    Which cream can I use to eliminate facial hair?
    Community Answer
    You can use Nair, it's not too expensive and its easy to use. You apply the cream and let it sit, then use a sponge that comes with the Nair cream to gently rub the hair loose from its spot, and finally just rinse it all off.
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    How do I remove facial hair without wax, threading, or shaving?
    Community Answer
    Use depilatory cream like Veet or Nair. It is not recommend if you have sensitive skin.
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    How can I rid the little hairs on my face?
    Community Answer
    Use a razor to shave them off.
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    Where can I get this bleaching thing for my mustache?
    Community Answer
    You can find it in the cosmetics section of most drug, department, and grocery stores.
  • Question
    If I wax my facial hair, will it come back darker and longer?
    Community Answer
    No, it will not. It will look exactly like it did before. However, on your sideburns and chin, you may have a few stray hairs (which you can tweeze).
  • Question
    Will prescription creams remove the upper lip hair permanently?
    Community Answer
    No, you will have to re-apply the cream regularly. (Your doctor will tell you how often to do this.)
  • Question
    What is the price of permanent hair removal treatment?
    Moe 2011
    Community Answer
    It really depends on which doctor you go to on it also depends on how thick your facial hair is.
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