4 Tips For Building Confidence and Self Esteem with Hirsutism

I’ve been dealing with hirsutism for many years now. And I’m not gonna lie: It’s been a struggle at times. Even though I’ve mostly come to terms with the fact that my legs aren’t going to be as smooth and my skin isn’t going to be as clear as other women’s, I have moments when […]

3 Common Mistakes Women with Hirsutism Make

I was in my teens when I first started to struggle with excess hair on my chin and thighs. I didn’t know about hirsutism at the time and just assumed I was hairier than other girls. I stopped wearing shorts in the summer, because no matter what I tried, my legs just never seemed to […]

How Can I Help a Friend Suffering From Hirsutism?

If a friend or a loved one tells you about their problems with excess body hair, which is also called Hirsutism, then you will probably want to learn a little more about the condition, and how best you can support them. One of the first things you can do is exactly what you have already […]

Does Yoga Help With Hirsutism?

Hirsutism describes the presence of a male-pattern hair growth, meaning that there is thicker, darker hair growing in areas where men usually have more hair, such as the chin, chest, arms and legs, and the back. What is considered too much or too little body hair also often depends on the culture and ethnicity. Hirsutism […]

Dating with Hirsutism: This Is What It’s Like

I know it’s just hair, but even after 30 years on the planet and all the self-love Instagram accounts in the world, I still can’t get myself to love the coarse hair in places on my body where it doesn’t belong. I hate the way it looks, I hate the way it feels, I hate […]

What You Can Do About the Dark Hairs on Your Chin

If you are female and are growing coarse, dark hairs on your chin, it could be indicative of a hormonal imbalance or hirsutism. While some woman struggle with peach fuzz (vellus hair), others suffer from male-pattern hair growth (hirsutism), which can lead to serious symptoms like social anxiety and depression. Chin hair is a cosmetic […]

What a Transgender Woman Taught Me About Shaving My Face

The Ultimate Guide to Permanent Hair Removal: Laser, IPL and Electrolysis

For women, physical appearance is something that matters a lot. And having a problem of undesired excess hair around noticeable areas such as the face or belly may cause self esteem issues. The growth of excess hair, especially in a male-like pattern, can be due to a condition called called hirsutism. The decision of treating […]

10 Things Women with Hirsutism Want You to Know

1. No one knows about the condition. Although it affects 5-10% of women, hardly anyone knows or talks about it. So many of us struggle with this hairy problem, yet it seems like everyone’s fighting their battle alone. Why is it so hard for us to talk about our excess hair? Why the embarrassment? Why […]