It is normal for women to have light facial hair. However, some women may have thicker and denser hair on their upper lips, chin or other parts of the face. If facial hair growth suddenly starts increasing, there could be many reasons behind it including hormonal changes. Nutritionist and dietitian Sonia Narang has suggested a home drink to reduce facial hair in her Instagram video. Fenugreek seeds, cinnamon and spearmint tea are used in this.
How to reduce facial hair growth?
According to Sonia Narang, one reason for sudden growth of more or thicker hair on the face can be the increased level of androgen hormone in the body. Hormonal imbalance in some women, especially in conditions like PCOS, can lead to increased facial hair growth. They suggest drinking spearmint tea to take into account the hormonal effects associated with androgens.
These things are needed to make the drink
- 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- 1 pinch cinnamon powder
- 1 bag spearmint tea
- 1 glass water
How to prepare?
First of all, add 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds and a pinch of cinnamon powder in a glass of water and boil for some time. After this filter the water.
Now add a bag of spearmint tea to this water and leave it for some time. After this, it is advised to drink it lukewarm.
How can this drink help?
Some early research on spearmint has revealed possible anti-androgen effects. Spearmint tea consumption has been shown to alter levels of androgen-related hormones, such as free testosterone, in women in some studies. However, it cannot be considered a proven treatment for facial hair.
Many plant compounds are found in fenugreek, including diosgenin. At the same time, compounds like polyphenols are present in cinnamon. Both of these have also been studied in the context of hormonal and metabolic health, but strong evidence for their effectiveness in reducing facial hair is limited.
For how long should it be taken?
Sonia Narang close Consume this drink daily for two months Said to do. However, its effect may be different for every person and the problem of facial hair should not be treated only by relying on this drink.
If excessive or thick hair has suddenly started appearing on the face, periods are irregular, acne is increasing or there is a sudden change in weight, then it is better to consult a doctor. Such symptoms may indicate some hormonal problem.