9 Simple Ingredients to Get Rid of Facial Hair at Home
Typically, the unwanted growth of facial hair on women happens because of high levels of androgens (like testosterone) in their bodies. These strands aren’t necessarily dangerous to your health but you may want to remove them, and there are many options you can choose from, like electrolysis, laser removal, or waxing. But many of these techniques can be expensive and even painful.
That’s why CLAMOTION has gathered a few recipes that can help you get the smooth face you’ve always wanted, and the best part is that you’ll certainly be able to find all of these items right in your own home.
1. Oatmeal paste + honey + lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of oatmeal paste
- 2 tablespoon of honey
- 2 tablespoon of lemon juice
Oatmeal is great for many skin conditions such as itchiness and irritation, and it’s particularly good for exfoliating. When mixed together with honey and lemon juice, it also helps in the removal of hair. You’ll have to mix up all these ingredients into a paste, rub it into the hairy area and leave it there for 15 minutes. After about a month, you’ll start to see the results.
2. Sugar + water + lemon juice
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of lemon juice
- 1/4 cup of water
This technique, widely known as “sugaring,” is popular because of its ability to tone down the hair growth, meaning you will gradually have less hair to worry about every time you repeat the process. Boil the mixture in a pan, place it onto the stove, and let it boil slowly. Stir it and make sure the mixture doesn’t burn or stick to the pot. The final product should be a golden color. Let it cool off before using it.
Apply the sugaring paste and mold it onto your skin using a flicking motion to remove the hair from its root. It can also be used for many areas of your body, face included. It’s recommended to repeat the process every 4 to 6 weeks.
3. Papaya + milk
Ingredients:
- ½ cup of papaya’s pulp
- 1 tablespoon of milk
Papaya contains papain, an enzyme that can dilate the hair follicles and make hair naturally fall out. Plus, the lactic acid in the milk removes your epidermis (outer layer of the skin), leaving you with a smoother, brighter complexion. Simply mix the papaya with the milk in order to make a thick paste and then apply it to your face. Massage it into your skin, let it sit for about 15 minutes, and then rinse it off. Repeat the process once a week.
4. Egg + sugar + corn flour
Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- ½ tablespoon of corn flour
If you mix these ingredients in a bowl, you’ll be able to create an effective peel-off mask for hair removal. The egg whites are very important here since they will improve your skin tone and form a thin film on your face that helps in the depilation process.
