How to Lighten Facial Hair

A soft-bristled toothbrush is a useful tool for applying facial lightners

Lightening facial hair is one way to minimize its unsightly appearance. Normally, this method works best with sparse growth. Any hair over a quarter of an inch will still be noticeable and require removal.

Things You'll Need

• Toothbrush
• Petroleum jelly
• Lightening cream or kit
• Facial hair dye

Instructions

1. Bleach facial hair. Do it with a bleaching facial cream. Follow the instructions that come with the product in order to get the best results.

2. Apply a lightening gel to your facial hair. Make sure you apply it in a lukewarm area or it will loosen and drip. Need a recommendation? A popular product is Skin So Soft Gel Lightener sold by Avon.

3. Squirt your facial hair with 100 percent lemon juice. Go out into the sun right afterward for at least 30 minutes. Repeat the process for a week. It will naturally lighten up your facial hair.

4. Dye your facial hair a lighter color. Use a specially designed over the counter product. Look for one that is commonly used to dye eyebrows. It will be safe for your face and come in a variety of colors.

5. Visit a beautician. Make sure it’s one who specializes in facial hair. Allow this professional to lighten your hair color.

6. Apply cover up make up to your facial hair. Use a thick one that matches your natural skin tone. It will saturate your facial hair and lighten its appearance.

Tips & Warnings

• Line the area around your facial hair with petroleum jelly before you apply hair lighteners. It helps stop them from running.

• Don't use peroxide or real bleach to lighten your facial hair because it is a skin irritant.

Resources

• 5 Tips to Eliminating Women's Facial Hair