How to Get Rid of Upper Lip Hair Without Causing a Shadow
In a fast-paced life, it can be tempting to shave off unwanted upper lip hair during your grooming routine. Unfortunately, shaving leaves behind the follicle, causing the unwelcome result of a shadow. The best way to get rid of upper lip hair without causing a shadow is to remove the hair from the follicle. There are many options available ranging from at-home products to prescription creams. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Ready-made wax strips
- Witch hazel
- Baby powder
- Depilatory cream
- Wash cloth
- Prescription bleaching cream
Instructions
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Wax your upper lip to remove the hair temporarily at the root. Ready-made wax strips are available at beauty supply or drugstores. Wipe your upper lip area clean with witch hazel, followed by a light dusting of baby powder. Apply the wax strip to the area; smooth it down in the direction your hair grows. Pull your skin taut with one hand, and grab the edge of the wax strip with your other hand. Quickly pull off the strip and remove the hairs. Rinse with cool water if desired.
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Wash and dry your upper lip skin with a gentle cleanser. Apply a depilatory cream to the area using your fingertip or the spatula that often comes with the cream. Leave it on the area for approximately ten minutes, allowing it time to dissolve the hair follicle and surface hair. Wipe the cream off with a wash cloth, then rinse any residue with water. Results typically last one week. The hair will also grow back softer over time.
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Make an appointment with licensed aesthetician for laser hair removal. Laser removal uses a light beam that targets the hair follicles, causing enough damage to slow and eventually stop hair growth altogether.
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Go to a dermatologist or your family doctor. He may want to perform hormonal testing to determine if you are suffering from Hirsutism; a condition resulting from genetics that cause excess androgens and male pattern hair growth in women. Treatment for Hirsutism includes hormone therapy and anti-androgen medication.
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Tips & Warnings
Waxing needs to be repeated approximately every six weeks, depending on the individual. Over time, the hair will grow back thinner and lighter.
You may also opt to pluck the upper lip hair out with tweezers.
Test hair removal products for an allergic reaction on an inconspicuous area of your body before you applying it to your face.
It is best not to apply harsh products to the skin area for at least 24 hours after hair removal.
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