Of all the beauty treatments out there, removing facial hair is one of the most unpleasant.
Almost everyone has some facial hair. It’s lighter in color and finer in texture than other body hair.
De-fuzzing your lip, brows, or chin, on the other hand, doesn’t have to be tough or uncomfortable.
The skin on your face is so fragile (and often the first thing others see! ) you’ll want to find the best facial hair removal method for you.
First, let’s get to know why facial hair, particularly upper lip hair develops, and then we will talk about how to remove upper lip hair at home.
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What Causes Upper Lip Hair Growth in Women?
We all have hair on our upper lips, but hair development can be abnormal in many women.
Research shows that Hirsutism is a disorder in which a woman’s level of the hormone androgen rises, resulting in excessive hair growth on various regions of the body.
If you have ploy-cystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), cushing syndrome, or if it runs in your family, you’re more likely to develop hirsutism.
Certain drugs can cause it to develop. Regular waxing and threading are required to remove hair and maintain your face free, but this can be difficult.
That’s why there are so many natural methods to remove upper lip hair that you can easily do at home. Let’s get to know what these methods are:
How to Remove Upper Lip Hair at Home? Effective Home Remedies
Turmeric and Milk
Turmeric has to be one of the most vital and beneficial household ingredients in Pakistani households.
You only need around a tablespoon of turmeric, which you combine with a little milk or water.
Make a fine paste using your hands and apply it to your top lip. Leave it on for around half an hour, then gently massage it off once it has solidified.
The best thing about turmeric is that it not only cleanses but also beautifies the skin, thus this home remedy works well. Milk, on the other hand, aids in skin exfoliation and moisturization.
If you have a dairy allergy, stay away from milk.
Egg Whites and Cornflour
Mix 1 egg white, 1 teaspoon corn flour, and 1 teaspoon sugar in a mixing bowl.
Combine the three ingredients in a large mixing bowl and whisk until a thick paste forms. Apply the mixture to your top lip region and to your upper lip area. Allow 30 minutes for it to dry before peeling it off.
Repeat this twice a week for the best results for a month, and you’ll see a significant reduction in hair growth.
Yogurt and Gram Flour
This is a cure that has to be incredibly versatile.
Take 1 teaspoon gram flour, 1 teaspoon yogurt, and a pinch of turmeric.
Combine all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and apply to the upper lip. Allow 20 minutes to pass before gently rubbing it off. After that, wash the area with cool water.
This mixture is beneficial because it absorbs all of the pollutants that clog the pores, causing the upper lip hair to become loose in the follicles.
Sugar Waxing
You’ll need roughly 4 chamomile tea bags for this simple hack.
Put them in a saucepan with a little water in it and bring to a boil. Remove the tea bags and set aside for 30 minutes once the water has boiled.
Pour a cup of water into a pot and add some of the water to the chamomile tea you extracted after that.
Now add the sugar and lemon juice and stir everything up thoroughly.
Heat the mixture until it boils, then remove it from the heat and wait for the color to darken. Remove the pan from the heat and let the sugar wax to cool.
Apply the mixture to the top lip with a lollipop stick. Place a waxing strip on the surface and pull it in the opposite direction of the growth, and VOILA! A smooth skin awaits.
Chickpea Flour
The upper lip hair can be efficiently removed with chickpea flour.
All you need to do is take some flour and mix it with a pinch of turmeric and some water.
Combine all of the ingredients and apply to your top lip. Allow it to dry before scrubbing it to remove any unwanted hair.
Gelatin and Milk
Mix 1 tbsp unflavored gelatin, 1½ tablespoons milk, and 3 drops of lavender essential oil in a small microwave-safe bowl.
Heat the bowl in the microwave for 12 seconds on high. Apply the mixture to your top lip with a popsicle stick or tongue depressor while it’s still warm (not hot).
Peel it off in the opposite direction of your hair growth once it has dried.
Using cold water, rinse the affected area.
Honey and Lemon Juice
Honey is softer than wax for removing hair from the upper lip, but it still works to pull the hair out of its follicles. You can also add lemon juice to bleach and lighten the remaining hair.
Combine 1 tablespoon honey and ½ tablespoon lemon juice in a mixing bowl. Apply the mixture to the skin of your upper lip. Set the timer for 20 minutes.
In a bowl of warm water, soak a washcloth. Remove any extra water by wringing it out.
Wipe away the honey-lemon paste with a soft cloth and lukewarm water.
Potato Juice
According to the top dermatologist in Lahore, Dr. Shaiqa Ali “Potato juice is a bleaching agent that can be used to remove unwanted hair. You will notice a difference if you use it on a regular basis.”
You’ll need two teaspoons of potato juice for this recipe.
Grate a potato and squeeze the juice from it. Before retiring to bed, apply two tablespoons of potato juice to the upper lip area.
It’s best to leave it on overnight and then wash it off in the morning. Repeat this remedy three times per week.
Takeaway!
These methods on how to remove upper lip hair at home are natural and you will not see any side effects. Your skin will be smooth and glowing after these remedies.
However, these are temporary solutions, and for more permanent solutions, you may need to opt for treatment methods such as electrolysis or laser therapy. If you wish to know more about lip hair removal, consult with a well-known dermatologist to know your options. Book an appointment via Healthwire.pk or call at (042) 32500989.
