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Unwanted hair growth can be uncomfortable or embarrassing, but it is a relatively common problem. Overgrown body hair can be hereditary or other conditions, such as hirsutism caused by high levels of the hormone androgens. Luckily, there are a number of therapies and lifestyle changes you can try to reduce your body hair growth and make your hair less visible. Before you start making sudden changes to your diet or taking supplements, talk to your doctor to make sure these therapies are safe for you.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Prevent excessive body hair growth

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   Follow a healthy diet and exercise to lose weight and body hair. A healthy diet and regular exercise can help you lose weight, which in turn helps lower androgen levels, which may be the cause of hair overgrowth. You should stick to a balanced diet and try to exercise 3-4 days a week for at least 30 minutes each time to lose weight in a healthy way.
   • Consult with your doctor before making sudden changes to your diet and lifestyle to ensure safety.
   • Focus on lean protein sources like chicken and tofu, whole grains, and plenty of fruits and vegetables.
   • Avoid processed foods and sugary drinks like soda water.

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   Drink mint tea. Studies have shown that peppermint tea has the effect of lowering androgen levels in the body, a factor that can cause hirsutism. You can buy fresh mint tea or mint leaves, steep in 1 cup (240 ml) of boiling water for 3-5 minutes, then filter off the tea leaves and drink.
   • Try drinking mint tea 1-2 times a day to see if it is effective in reducing body hair growth.

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   Eat a variety of soy products. Soy contains phytoestrogens, which are similar to estrogen in the body. Excess body hair growth can be caused by too low estrogen levels in the body, so eating soy products like edamame, soy milk, or soy sandwiches may help. increased estrogen levels.
   • Try adding soy products to at least one meal per day.

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   Take birth control pills to lower androgen levels if you are a woman. The oral contraceptive pill, also called the birth control pill, has been shown to reduce body hair growth.Estrogen neutralizes androgen, a factor in overgrowth of hair. If you plan to take birth control pills, see your doctor for a prescription.
   • Do not take birth control pills without first consulting your doctor to be sure it's safe.

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   Talk to your doctor about anti-androgen medications. Anti-androgen drugs work to reduce the amount of androgen hormone, thereby reducing facial and body hair. Ask your doctor about anti-androgen medications to find out if they are safe and effective for you.
   • If you are a transgender woman, talk to your doctor about whether anti-androgen medications can help reduce body hair growth. Your doctor will discuss the best options for you.

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   Take vitamin D supplements. Studies have shown that taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D every 2 weeks can help reduce body hair growth. Check with your doctor about vitamin D supplements to ensure it is safe and to use the correct dosage on the medicine bottle to avoid side effects.
   • Side effects of vitamin D supplements include: muscle weakness, confusion, intense thirst, nausea, and fatigue.
   • Vitamin D also affects blood sugar levels, so consult your doctor before use, especially if you have diabetes.

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   Try lowering your androgen levels with a peony supplement (peony extract). Peony is used in traditional Chinese medicine and may help reduce androgen levels in the body. Peony dosage depends on your age, health and other conditions, so you should consult your doctor before use.
   • You can buy peony supplements at a health food store or order them online, but be sure to ask your doctor about the correct dosage.
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Method 2 of 3: Permanent body hair removal

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   Use electrolytic hair removal for permanent hair removal. Electrolysis is a method of inserting a fine needle into the hair follicle to suppress the hair follicle with electric current and prevent hair growth. This therapy is usually suitable for a small area treatment, but larger areas of the skin can also be handled with multiple sessions. Find a qualified professional in your area and make an appointment to start treatment.
   • In the US, an electrolysis session costs about $ 50 - $ 125 per hour, and you may need 8-12 sessions of hair removal.
   • Post-treatment skin may become swollen and irritated, but this should go away within a few days. Moisturizing lotions can soothe the skin and keep it from drying out.
   • If you have a hormonal disorder, such as polycystic ovary syndrome or hirsutism, this treatment will help, but the hair may regrow when you stop treatment.

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   Use laser hair removal as a less painful and less expensive option. Laser hair removal is faster than electrolysis, but hair can still grow back between treatments. Usually, you will need 4-6 sessions of sessions spaced a few weeks for a noticeable, lasting result. You can search for a dermatologist or a skin therapist who provides laser hair removal services or seek referrals from your doctor.
   • The average cost of a laser hair removal session in the US is around $ 285, and it usually takes you 4-6 sessions to remove 80% of the hair.
   • During laser therapy, your body's natural hair growth will decrease, but you may experience some side effects like dry skin, skin irritation, or burning pain. However, most side effects go away on their own after a few days.
   • Laser hair removal can permanently remove some areas of the body, but in some cases the hair may regrow after stopping treatment.

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   Apply eflornithine hair removal cream to prevent hair growth. Eflornithine is a medication used to slow hair growth by blocking the production of a natural enzyme in the skin that promotes hair growth. This effect can slow down the hair growth and make the existing hair thinner and lighter. You can reduce body hair growth if you continue to use the cream.
   • The eflornithine cream costs around $ 200 and is available only by prescription.
   • Side effects of eflornithine cream include: redness, rash, headache, burning skin, or itching.
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Method 3 of 3: Improve body hair condition

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   Shave to temporarily remove hair. Shaving is a simple and effective way to remove body hair. Although it is rumored that shaving will make the hair grow thicker and faster, there is no scientific evidence to back this up. Apply shaving cream to the area of ​​the skin to be shaved and use a razor designed to shave your body to reduce irritation. Shave in the direction of the hair growth to make it easier to cut and reduce the risk of cutting the skin.
   • Shaving will help reduce the amount of hair on the skin as you wait for other treatments to work.
   • Shaving can lead to ingrown hairs, but you can prevent this by rubbing your skin with soap or shower gel before waxing or shaving to pull the hair out of the follicle.

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   Wax wax to remove hair and reduce hair growth. Waxing can be painful, but it is really effective at reducing body hair growth. The hair will be removed from the root, so the hair regrowth will be thinner, lighter and slower. You can buy wax to wax yourself at home or go to a salon for professional hair removal.
   • If you are waxing yourself at home, use hard wax to remove hair in sensitive areas like the face, armpits, and bikini. Soft wax can be used on other skin areas such as legs, back, chest and arms.
   • You can buy microwave heating wax and buy cloth tapes at major stores. You can also purchase waxed wax strips if you don't want to melt the wax yourself.
   • Waxing every 2 weeks for best results.
   • Do not use waxed wax on damaged skin. If you have an open wound, pimple or skin infection, wait for the soles to heal.
   • Wax waxing can lead to discoloration if you have darker skin.

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   Pluck hair with tweezers. Use tweezers to pluck each hair or visit a salon or esthetician for a professional hair plucking. Root removal method will slow down hair growth and improve body hair.
   • Plucking can be painful and irritating to the skin.

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   Use hair removal cream to dissolve and lighten the hair color. Hair removal creams contain chemicals that dissolve the hair on the skin's surface. Although the hair may regrow slightly faster than it does with waxing, the regrowth hair can be thinner and lighter due to the bleaching effects found in many hair removal creams. Follow the directions on the package to remove body hair.
   • It is also much less painful than waxing and doesn't irritate the skin like shaving.
   • Popular hair removal cream brands include Nair, Veet, and Neomen. You can find hair removal creams at the department store or online.
   • You can also purchase creams specially formulated for certain areas of the body such as the face, bikini area and legs.

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   Bleach the hair to make the hair lighter and harder to see. Use a bleaching kit designed specifically for body hair, and be sure to look for your skin tone and hair type. Mix the ingredients well and apply the bleaching solution according to the package directions to lighten the color of the bristles, making the hair less visible.
   • Bleach can be irritating when applied to the skin and may cause irritation, but should go away if you apply moisturizing lotion for a few days.
   • Focus on applying the bleach to areas of darker hair, such as the arms or legs.
   • Avoid taking hot showers after hair color removal to prevent dry skin.
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Advice

• Making healthy lifestyle changes like diet and exercise can reduce the amount of unsightly body hair, in addition to providing other health benefits.

Warning

• Do not take supplements without first talking to your doctor to make sure it's safe.