1. Gene lottery or hormonal game?
Don’t worry, you’re not alone. According to Dr. Hadley King, a dermatologist in New York City, chin hair is much more common than you might think.
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The reason: It’s a combination of genes and hormones.
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The mechanism: Male hormones (androgens), which every woman has in small amounts, interact with hair follicles. If your follicles are more sensitive to them, the result is unwanted hair growth.
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2. When should you worry? (The red light)
Single hairs are usually harmless. But there are situations in which they are a symptom of a more serious problem.
Pay attention if:-
Hair growth is accompanied by an irregular menstrual cycle.
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Your skin has become oilier or you have developed acne.
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You have unexplained weight gain.
These may be signs of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) . In this case, tweezers will not solve the problem – a consultation with a gynecologist and endocrinologist is needed.
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