Let’s face it. Unwanted hair on the face is our biggest nightmare. But the moment we try to thread it off, we get angry red blotches on our face. So, we try waxing next. Now, our face is not only red and spotty, but also swollen and sore. We solemnly vow that we are not going to experiment anymore. But right before the next date/party/wedding, we are left wondering – what harm can a single session do? And we are back to pedaling the vicious cycle! Fear not! As always, Mother Nature has provided us with amazing solutions that, over time, will help us bid adieu to the much-hated facial hair. I said ‘over time’ because natural remedies take longer to show results. But sticking to natural products won’t damage your sensitive facial skin, unlike those remedies that promise instant results. And unless you are allergic to any of the ingredients, they will not have any side effects.
To know more, read on.
Caution: It is advisable to do a patch test before applying anything on your skin.
You will be surprised to know that there are many natural remedies to remove facial hair.
Try to follow this regime three times a week. You will start to see results after a couple of weeks.
Sugar has been used since ancient ages for removing unwanted hair. Warm sugar sticks to the hair, and not the skin. So, after it has dried, it rips the hair off when we start removing it from our face. Also, sugar is only slightly warmed for application. Therefore, it causes less discomfort, unlike wax, which has to be heated to much higher temperatures. The lemon in the mixture lightens the skin tone, and bleaches the remaining hair, if any.
All skin types. Those with dry skin should avoid keeping it on for more than 20 minutes.
Be careful not to overheat it, or you can get scalded. Also, don’t keep it on for more than 30 minutes, as the citric acid in lemon juice may dry your skin out and make it flaky.
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Try to follow this regime two to three times a week. You can prepare this mixture in larger quantities for waxing your back, arms, and legs as well.
The process is similar to that of general waxing, except that it uses natural ingredients, which are, as you know, much better for your skin than their chemical counterparts.
This is particularly suitable for women with dry skin. Honey has amazing moisturizing properties. It prevents evaporation of water from the skin, and stimulates sebum production (1).
Do not overheat the mixture. Those with sensitive skin should opt for a different method.
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Apply it once a week and – voila, you will be rewarded with glowing skin! This paste can also be used as an exfoliator.
Oatmeal contains avenathramide class of antioxidants, which reduces skin redness and itching (2). Hence, using an oatmeal-based scrub gives you soft, hydrated, and smooth skin, in addition to a face free of unwanted hair. Oatmeal also has humectant properties that enable your skin to retain moisture.
All skin types.
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You can apply this mixture twice a week. Leave a gap of at least 2 days in-between applications.
Oatmeal, as mentioned earlier, soothes your skin. Since waxing is a painful process that causes skin irritation, it is a good idea to use oatmeal to remove hair. Honey soothes dry skin, and lemon juice acts as a mild bleach and makes your skin tone lighter. Together, these ingredients can work wonders in removing the hair on your face.
All skin types.
Don’t do too much too soon. Lemon juice, when used in excess, can make your skin flaky and dry.
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You can do this every other day if you want.
Turmeric has been used for treating skin diseases like eczema and for healing wounds for centuries in India (3). It has amazing antibacterial and antiseptic properties (4). Therefore, it is an ideal agent for removing hair as it protects the skin after the hair has been ripped off.
Turmeric and rose water mixture is ideal for oily skin, while turmeric and milk is amazing for dry skin. Those with normal skin, take a pick.
Too much of turmeric may give your skin an unhealthy, yellow tint. So, if you are using this every other day, ensure that you use just a pinch of it. Also, it is not advisable to use a soap after using turmeric, as it may darken your skin. Even though there is no scientific information to back this up, this piece of advice has been handed down in every generation in most families. So, better be safe than sorry!
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You can do this one or two times a week.
Potatoes have several skin benefits. The high amount of catecholase in potatoes helps in lightening your skin tone (5). Therefore, using the lentil and potatoes mixture not only eliminates unwanted hair, but also makes your skin look brighter.
All skin types. Those with dry skin, if your skin starts to dry out after using this remedy, you can use a moisturizer that is fragrance and alcohol-free after washing your face.
Some people are allergic to raw potatoes. They complain of itchy hands and skin rashes if they peel, scrape, or even touch potatoes. So, if you have never stepped into the kitchen, and not really sure of what reaction your skin will have to potatoes, ensure that you do a patch test before applying this.
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Follow this regime 2-3 times a week for best results. It might be slightly painful…but not more than those wax strips, trust me!
Egg whites are the perfect way to get rid of unwanted hair. It is sticky and forms a thin film on your facial hair. That helps to rip the hair off when it dries up. The sugar also adds to the stickiness of the mixture and corn flour gives it a thick and smooth consistency, making depilation easier.
Not for acne-prone and sensitive skin.
For those with acne-prone skin, using this remedy can result in clogging of the pores and increase the possibility of breakouts. Also, the presence of salmonella bacteria in the egg might lead to skin infections, especially if you apply it on broken skin. Those with sensitive skin, you should know that egg whites contain vitamin A, which may lead to breakouts and increased sensitivity.
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You should do this at least once a week, if possible three days a week. Alum powder is easily available in the market. If you don’t get it in powdered form, simply grind the alum chunks.
Alum has been used traditionally by Asian women to inhibit hair growth. It has been shown to have worked wonders in inhibiting the growth of hair. It can also be used as an after-wax product as it cools the skin as well.
All skin types.
It may cause a stinging sensation. Alum can cause irritation of the skin and mucous membranes.
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Follow this regime 2 to 3 times a week for best results.
The papain enzyme present in raw papaya dilates the hair follicles, causing the hair to fall out (6). Papaya is also very good for skin. It works as an exfoliator, removing the dead skin cells. Those with sensitive skin, fret not! This is perfectly suitable for you.
All skin types.
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This remedy should be used 3 to 4 times a week for about three months for best results.
As mentioned earlier, papaya’s papain enzyme makes the hair to fall out.
All skin types.
Don’t use soap for washing it off.
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You can apply this paste before going to bed and keep it on overnight. Wash it off the next morning. Follow this regime everyday for 4 to 6 weeks to get rid of unwanted hair.
Indian nettle, when combined with turmeric, penetrates the skin and, over time, thins the hair. Turmeric’s antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties act as a safeguard against skin infections and allergies.
All skin types. However, a patch test is strongly recommended.
May induce temporary skin irritation and itching, if you are allergic to it.
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Repeat this process a couple of times daily for at least three months to see results.
Many women suffer from excessive terminal hair on androgen-dependent areas of their body, such as the breasts or chin, because of a medical condition called hirsutism (7). Women suffering from hirsutism have excessive growth of hair on their face and body. The hair is generally dark and coarse. It usually appears where men typically have hair – on the face, chest, face, and back. Lavender and tea tree oils may have antiandrogenic properties, and therefore, when applied topically, can reduce the growth of hair (8).
Not for those with acne-prone skin.
The tea tree oil may cause skin irritation, swelling, skin dryness, itching, stinging, burning, and redness in people having acne-prone skin. Do not consume the mixture.
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Repeat this process three to four times a week for four months. It is not required to wax the area every time you apply the mixture, but it is absorbed better when the hair has been removed. The paste should be creamy, not watery.
It has been vouched for by many people who have used this remedy to get rid of unwanted hair. It is a trusted ayurvedic method.
All types of skin.
It is an ayurvedic remedy that does not have much scientific backing. Therefore, make sure that you do a patch test to ensure that you are not allergic to the ingredients.
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Repeat this three to four times a week for a couple of months or to get rid of your unwanted hair.
This is one of the best home remedies for facial hair removal and has been used by women since ages. Onion has many skin, hair, and health benefits. It facilitates hair growth! However, it has been observed that when used with basil leaves, onion can get rid of unwanted hair.
All types of skin.
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Use this remedy 2 to 3 times a week for best results.
The paste sticks to the hair on the face when it dries. Once we start rubbing it, the hair stuck to the dried paste comes off as well.
Those with sensitive skin, don’t rub too hard, or you will develop rashes.
Fenugreek can cause facial swelling, nasal congestion, coughing, wheezing, and severe allergic reactions in hypersensitive people.
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Follow this regime 3 to 4 times a week. This mixture can also be used as a scrub. When used regularly, it will give you amazingly soft and supple skin.
Barley and milk paste sticks to the hair on the face when it dries. Once we start rubbing it, the hair stuck to the dried paste comes off as well.
Those with sensitive skin, don’t rub too hard.
Barley flour, when inhaled, can sometimes cause asthma.
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You can do this daily. If you have sensitive skin, you can use it thrice a week.
The paste starts sticking to the hair as it dries. Once we start massaging it, the hair stuck to the dried paste comes off as well. Wheat bran is the product that remains after we refine the grain of wheat. Because of its high nutrient content, it is used in several cosmetic products such as scrubs and wrinkle creams. Why resort to those expensive OTC products when you can get this awesome product almost for free? (I did say “almost”).
All skin types.
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Follow this regime thrice a week to get soft, smooth, glowing, and ‘hair-free’ skin.
This paste, too, sticks to your hair as it dries. Once we start rubbing it, the hair stuck to the dried paste comes off as well.
Those with oily skin, opt for the curd. Adding milk to the mixture might cause a breakout.
Don’t use a soap to wash it off.
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Repeat this thrice a week for best results.
The paste, once dry, helps to pull the stuck hair off as well. Apricots are an excellent source of antioxidants, and we all know how antioxidants benefit our skin (9). Add to that the amazing antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of honey – and you have the secret to pretty skin (10).
Those with oily skin might experience breakouts.
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Seen those ads where the models peel off an orange mask from their faces to reveal glowing, brighter skin? Well, the “brighter” part can be vouched for by the fact that most of the tiny hairs on their face get ripped off along with the mask. But why opt for the chemical-laden products when you can make yours right at home?
You can apply this mixture thrice a week for best results. The powdered forms of all these ingredients are easily available online – gone are the days when we had to grind the peel ourselves. All you need to do is follow this regime religiously to win the war against unwanted hair.
The paste is very sticky and forms a film on the face when it dries. Once we start massaging it, the hair stuck to the dried paste comes off as well.
Those with sensitive skin can give this one a miss.
Make sure that you don’t apply the mixture on your eyebrows.
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Sugar and molasses are used in hair removal creams as they work wonders in pulling off unwanted hair (11). And they also leave behind a sweet fragrance. What more can you ask for?
Whenever required. Yes, an ‘ouch’ method, but very effective and gives instant results.
The paste is extremely sticky and gooey and sticks to the hair when it dries. The process is similar to waxing.
Not for those with sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Make sure that the mixture isn’t too hot before application, or you might end up with scalded skin.
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Whenever you want instant results. Positive aspect: It will take care of the blackheads as well. Negative: It’s icky and sticky. This is my least favorite of all the home treatments. It’s sticky and smelly, but, well, beggars can’t be choosers! And if you have nothing else at home, this is an excellent go-to product as it works very well on stubborn hairs.
The paste is extremely sticky and gooey and sticks to the hair when it dries. When you start peeling it off, the hair comes off as well.
Not for those with sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Please be careful while applying this mixture – ensure that you keep it away from your eyebrows. In case you apply it on them accidently, don’t panic. Dip a cotton ball in water and wipe it off. If it still sticks to your eyebrows, wash it off using lukewarm water.
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You can apply the juice once every day. You can continue to do this till the hairs fall off.
There is not enough scientific data to back up the claim that using garlic juice gets rid of unwanted hair. However, many women who have tried this method have vouched for its effectiveness. Unless you are allergic to garlic, there is no reason for not trying it. As it is, garlic has several beauty benefits.
Not for those with hypersensitive skin. A patch test is strongly recommended.
May induce allergic reactions and asthma. Has a strong odor, so avoid applying it before going out.
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Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) is a small palm-like plant with fan-shaped leaves and sharply toothed stalks. It is native to Southeastern US. It has antiandrogenic effects, due to which it lowers levels of androgen, the male sex hormone in the body. Therefore, it reduces the growth of excessive body hair as well.
Saw palmetto can be purchased as dried berries, tablets, powdered capsules, liquid tinctures, and liposterolic extracts. Ensure that the product is a fat-soluble saw palmetto extract that contains 85 to 95 per cent fatty acids and sterols, and is standardized. You can consume the liquid extract as well, but this preparation has not been tested yet, so its effectiveness is not known. You may be wondering, why not brew the amazing saw palmetto, and have it as tea? Unfortunately, its fatty acids (active ingredients) are not soluble. So tea may not be that effective (12).
As per studies conducted in Europe, an extract from the saw palmetto berries taken twice a day in a dose of 160 mg can prove to be an effective cure for getting rid of excessive body hair (13). However, it may take up to 2 months to see results.
Saw palmetto is not recommended for children. So keep the tiny tots away from it. It may also increase the risk of bleeding. If you consume hormone medications such as birth control pills; blood thinners such as warfarin (Coumadin), clopidogrel (Plavix), or aspirin; or suffer from hormone-sensitive illnesses, consult your doctor before having this herb.
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Chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus), also known as Chasteberry, is a flowering plant. It is a native of the Mediterranean region and has traditionally been used to correct hormone imbalances. Its standardized extract has antiandrogenic effects. It is primarily used as an herbal remedy for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), which is one of the major causes of hirsutism. Therefore, if your excessive hair growth is due to PCOS, chasteberry extract will take care of it. It facilitates the production of the luteinizing hormone by acting on your hypothalamus and pituitary glands.
As a result, the release of the follicle stimulating hormone is mildly inhibited. Therefore, consuming the chaste tree extract will balance the right hormones essential for women (increase progesterone hormone as compared to estrogen hormone), and treat their menstrual problems related to PCOS. As a “side effect”, you will get rid of excessive hair as well!
For PCOS patients, a dosage of 40 drops or 175 mg (0.6% aucubin standardized extract) per day is recommended (14). However, consult your health provider to know about the right dosage for you.
If you consume hormone medications, such as birth control pills, or are suffering from hormone-sensitive illnesses, consult your health provider before taking chaste tree. This herb can interfere with some Parkinson medicines and antipsychotic drugs too.
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Black cohosh (Actaea racemosa), a plant of the buttercup family, is a flowering plant native to eastern North America. It has antiandrogenic effects and many other health benefits. It is used as an alternative medicine for treating hirsutism (15).
It can be consumed in the form of tea.
You can store the tea in the fridge for more than 2 days. Drink a cup of this tea thrice a day. Drinking too much of it can lead to headaches, nausea, abdominal discomforts, and dizziness, among others.
Do not consume black cohosh if you have liver disease. If you have a clotting disorder, stay away from this herb as it may increase the risk of blood clots. Also, if you take hormone medications or suffer from hormone-sensitive illnesses, consult your doctor before consuming it.
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Spearmint tea (Mentha spicata) helps to lower the testosterone levels in the female body and controls the excessive production of androgen. So, if you sip on this amazing tea regularly, you can bid adieu to your facial hair.
Dosage: 1 cup, 2 times a day (16).
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Caution: There are some magical potions and herbs (yes, I am kidding about the magical part) that, when consumed, treat hirsutism. However, you must always consult your health care provider before opting for any herbal treatment that can affect hormones. Experts in alternative medicine promote the use of these herbs for the treatment of hirsutism, but most have not been tested by scientists. NEVER take these supplements if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, planning to become pregnant, or have a history of breast, uterine, or ovarian cancer, or other hormone-related conditions (except when recommended by your doctor).
These are some of the easiest home remedies to remove facial hair. So, what are you waiting for? You don’t have to be the bearded lady if you don’t want to. You are beautiful anyway, but it won’t hurt to give these natural remedies a try. I am sure they will work wonders for you. Don’t forget to leave your comments. The box is right below!
These are some of the easiest home remedies to remove facial hair. So, what are you waiting for? You don’t have to be the bearded lady if you don’t want to. You are beautiful anyway, but it won’t hurt to give these natural remedies a try. I am sure they will work wonders for you. Don’t forget to leave your comments. The box is right below!