The presence of antennae above the upper lip is driving many women mad - that's what these mustaches do: remove hair or discolor? And in general, how to do this? After all, the skin over the upper lip is very sensitive and the usual hair removal here does not work, but pull out the hair with tweezers and generally ungrateful work. Therefore, we look carefully at our antennae: if the hair over the upper lip is dark and stiff, then it can not be discolored, another procedure is needed, for example, wax or laser hair removal. If the hairs are more light, they can be discolored. In the event that the hair over the upper lip is barely visible, then you should not think about how to discolor them, because these are not whiskers, and the natural covering of the skin and fight it is not necessary.
The causes of the growth of antennae above the lips
It is necessary to pay attention to whether there are any prerequisites for the appearance of such an "ornament". If not, and hair began to grow over the upper lip unexpectedly, it is necessary to consult a doctor.
- Hormonal disbalance. An increase in testosterone levels leads to an increased growth of the antennae.
- Heredity. With genetics you can not argue, and if your mother and grandmother had tendrils, the chances that they will be endowed by nature and you are increasing.
- Age-related decline in estrogen production. Did you notice that in women of age, tendrils are more noticeable? This is due precisely to a decrease in the synthesis of estrogens.
- Diseases. The growth of hairs over the lip causes some diseases: gallbladder disease, thyroid gland, brain tumors.
5 proven and safe ways of lightening the hair above the lip
1. Hydrogen peroxide. Lighten the antennae can be ordinary hydrogen peroxide, just wiping the problem area with a cotton disc moistened in solution. For better clarification, 3% aqueous solution of hydrogen peroxide is added to the shaving cream and applied to the skin area with dark hair. After 30 minutes, the composition is washed off and applied to the upper lip nourishing cream. If the hair is not brightened enough, then the procedure should be repeated after 2-3 days. If the hair is too thick, then repeat the procedure will have to repeatedly and still the result may be unsatisfactory. In this case, only hair removal will help.
2. Hydrogen peroxide + ammonia. If the hair after the lightening acquires a yellow tinge, you can try using the following composition. In a 3% aqueous solution of hydrogen peroxide, add a drop of ammonia and a little liquid soap (shaving cream) to allow the mixture to foam. This composition should be kept on the skin for about 20-30 minutes, but pay attention to the skin reaction. If a slight tingling started earlier, do not stand the time, and immediately wash off. It is better to repeat the procedure in a couple of days, rather than get irritated. And after the procedure, do not forget to lubricate the skin with a nourishing cream.
3. Hydropyte tablets + ammonia. For the next method you will need 2 hydroperit tablets (sold in each pharmacy), 5 drops of ammonia and 3% aqueous hydrogen peroxide solution. Gently pound the tablets, add ammonia and a little hydrogen peroxide to make a gruel. We put the agent on the antennae and hold for 10 minutes. Repeat the procedure can be daily, hairs over time will become noticeably lighter and thinner.
Important! If the skin above the upper lip is very sensitive and prone to irritation, then it is impossible to impose on it compositions with hydrogen peroxide for a long time. Skin will turn red, spend more time fighting irritation. Therefore, it is better to wipe the skin with hydrogen peroxide several days in a row. After a while, the tendrils above the lip will become lighter and less noticeable.
4. Lemon juice. Of folk remedies there is still a way to lighten the antennae with lemon juice. Hair over the upper lip should be smeared with lemon juice and go to sunbathe on the beach or in the solarium, the hairs on the sun will burn out and become invisible.
5. White henna. Excellent proven itself in the case of lightening the hair on the body and over the lip of white henna. We dilute the product according to the instructions and apply the problem zone for several minutes. Then gently wash off with warm water and moisturize with cream. Repeat the procedure can be a couple of times a week.
Important! All methods are recommended to try first in small areas of the skin to test the reaction. In case of unpleasant sensations - the remedy should be washed off immediately and lubricated with a moisturizing cream.