Question 1

why is the hair above my upper lip suddenly darker?

Accepted Answer

Hormones: Some women are prone to extra hair, which can be effected by hormones, pregnancy, polycsticovaet , etc. This area is easily treated with hair removal laser.

Question 2

i have some unwanted hair on my upper lip and i was wondering if i were to get it waxed if it would grow back in darker or more thick?

Accepted Answer

No: You can wax or shave or pluck or laser. None of these will change the type of hairs or the growth.

Question 3

can ihave a name of a cream not what is added in it,want to know an actually name of cream that remove upper lip dark shadow it's my skin not hair!!

Accepted Answer

Yes : There is a cream called hydroquinone that can help with facial discoloration. It is a prescription cream and may or may not be covered by insurance. It is not guaranteed to work and may take a long time but you could ask your doctor about it. Hope that helps!!

Question 4

is it safe to take out upper lip hair using tweezers? will it grow back thicker or darker in colour?

Accepted Answer

Yes and No: Yes it is safe to tweeze hair out, although it is painful. Hair will grow at a fixed rate whether it is plucked or not, so you won't alter the hair by tweezing it.

Question 5

dark skin patches on neck and groin and black hairs on chin upper lip and toes?

Accepted Answer

: Do a family tree for this trait.  May run in your family. Google dark skin patches and look at images till you find one that matches what you have. Discuss with your Drs.

Question 6

will cutting upper lip hair with scissors cause ingrown hairs or cause it to grow back thicker and darker in a female with hirsutism and pocs?

Accepted Answer

Well : Anytime you cut or shave hair close to scan it can result in ingrown hairs are the girls back. Cutting or shaving hair does not cause it to grow back thicker or darker

Question 7

25 year old female starting having dark hair grow on my chin and upper lip. should i get my hormones checked. could this be from taking klonopin for 3 years?

Accepted Answer

: Klonopin does not have that side effect by my knowledge. You should see your doctor for a possible hormonal imbalance, especially if you have irregular cycle.

Question 8

what types of creams (names) can get rid of upper lip dark skin rest of face is so much lighter than moustache area it's my skin that's dark not hair?

Accepted Answer

This sounds like: melasma. see dermatologist for treatment but in the meantime you can try OTC lightening agents with hydroquinone and salicylic acid or retinol

Question 9

i shave against grain everyday, can't rid of mustache! red/dark, bumpy, ingrown hair, on upper lip no matter what. i have black hair, light skin. help?

Accepted Answer

Not against grain.: Insure you use fresh, sharp blades vice dull blades. If hair is &gt; several mm long – then trim before shaving. Wash area before shaving – warm water helps to soften hair. Use a lubricant when shaving. Avoid using products that contain alcohol or are scented.  Shave in direction of the hair – not against it. Be gentle when shaving – don’t push down too hard. Moisturize skin after shaving.

Question 10

precocious puberty hi,

we have an 8 1/2 yr old boy. we are noticing that his underarm hair is visibly darker and has visible upper lip hair. he is prone to developing body odour, though does not drink enough water and sweats easily.

we raised the conce

Accepted Answer

Look at testes: The first sign of puberty in a boy is testes enlargement. Pubic hair is controlled by the adrenal gland is usually a benign condition. However, the best answer is for a pediatric endocrinologist to take a look at him.

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Why is the hair above my upper lip suddenly darker

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Why is the hair above my upper lip suddenly darker?

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I have some unwanted hair on my upper lip and i was wondering if i were to get it waxed if it would grow back in darker or more thick?

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Can ihave a name of a cream not what is added in it,want to know an actually name of cream that remove upper lip dark shadow it's my skin not hair!!

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Is it safe to take out upper lip hair using tweezers? will it grow back thicker or darker in colour?

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Dark skin patches on neck and groin and black hairs on chin upper lip and toes?

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Will cutting upper lip hair with scissors cause ingrown hairs or cause it to grow back thicker and darker in a female with hirsutism and pocs?

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25 year old female starting having dark hair grow on my chin and upper lip. should i get my hormones checked. could this be from taking klonopin for 3 years?

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What types of creams (names) can get rid of upper lip dark skin rest of face is so much lighter than moustache area it's my skin that's dark not hair?

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I shave against grain everyday, can't rid of mustache! red/dark, bumpy, ingrown hair, on upper lip no matter what. i have black hair, light skin. help?

A member asked:

Precocious puberty hi, we have an 8 1/2 yr old boy. we are noticing that his underarm hair is visibly darker and has visible upper lip hair. he is prone to developing body odour, though does not drink enough water and sweats easily. we raised the conce

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