Noticing sudden hair growth on your face, chin, chest, or stomach can be frustrating. Hormonal hair growth (also called hormonal hirsutism) often happens when your body produces too much of certain hormones, especially androgens like testosterone. The result? Hair that becomes thicker, darker, and more noticeable, often in areas where you didn’t have it before, and it may leave you wondering if options like laser hair removal can help manage it long-term.
Romeo & Juliette Laser Hair Removal in NYC offers highly effective treatment using the world’s most advanced lasers and optimal wavelengths to target stubborn, hormonally driven hair with precision.
What Causes Hormonal Hair Growth?
Hormonal hair growth typically develops when hormone levels shift, which can happen for several reasons, which may include:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): One of the primary causes of unwanted facial and body hair in women.
- Perimenopause and Menopause: Hormone changes can make facial hair more common, especially around the chin and upper lip.
- Thyroid Imbalances: Both overactive and underactive thyroid function can affect hair growth patterns.
- Medications: Certain steroids, hormone therapies, and changes in birth control can trigger increased hair growth.
- Genetics: Some people are more sensitive to androgen hormones than others.
Signs Your Hair Growth May Be Hormonal
Hormonal hair growth often shows up as:
- New or worsening hair on the chin, jawline, upper lip, neck, or chest
- Hair that becomes coarse and darker
You may also notice increased breakouts, oily skin, or scalp hair thinning alongside unwanted hair, and irregular menstrual cycles or weight changes (common with PCOS).
How to Treat Hormonal Hair Growth
- Address the Hormonal Cause: A medical provider may recommend treatments to help balance hormones and reduce excess growth.
- Choose Long-Term Hair Reduction: Shaving and waxing can help short term, but they don’t slow regrowth. For longer-lasting results, laser hair removal targets the follicle to reduce hair growth over time, making hair finer, lighter, and easier to manage.
- Stay Consistent: Hormonal hair growth often requires multiple sessions and occasional maintenance, especially for areas like the chin, jawline, and upper lip.
Regain Confidence in Your Skin with Laser Hair Removal in New York, NY
If you’re tired of managing unwanted hair every day, professional treatment can help you feel confident again and restore your sense of control. Call us at 212-750-2000 to schedule an appointment.
