Ear hair on men is one of those sensitive issues that is not discussed openly and is therefore not as obvious. But this does not mean at all that the problem does not exist, and in no way reduces its significance. Sociological studies conducted in New York back in 1984 showed that at least 74% of men suffer from excess hair in the ear area. Over time, this problem did not disappear, but new ways to solve it appeared.
Excessive hair is not always pleasant
We invite you to familiarize yourself with the following questions: what causes hair growth on and in the ears of men, does it affect health, and what solutions to this problem (salon and intended for home) exist.
FEATURES OF THE PROCEDURE
First, let's figure out how depilation differs from hair removal. The effect of depilation lasts on average 2-3 weeks, while epilation provides results for a period of 12 months - at least, that’s what cosmetologists say. At the same time, waxing hair removal is suitable for almost everyone. After the procedure, the hairs become thinner, softer and grow more slowly.
Wax can remove hair as long as 2mm. If you want to wax your beard and have previously used a razor or a razor, you need to grow at least 5 mm.
You can perform facial depilation at home by purchasing, for example, special strips, but it is better to make an appointment with a barber shop or cosmetologist. Especially if you have never waxed your hair. How is this procedure done in salons?
First, heated wax is applied to the selected area using a spatula. It hardens, forming a film. The master or cosmetologist sharply removes the frozen mass along with the hairs. All. No wax residue, as happens after home hair removal, and smooth skin.
The appearance of stubble
However, in some cases, the embryonic fluff is in no hurry to fall out, and the hair curls and becomes stiff. The photograph of the baby clearly shows such bristles, which are popularly nicknamed “pokers” because of their curved ends.
Doctors explain this phenomenon by the adhesion of baby hairs and the remains of dead cells of the upper layer of skin to the secretion secreted by the sebaceous glands. This phenomenon occurs up to 3 months of age.
In any case, the doctors reassure us that this problem does not pose any danger to the child. So don’t worry too much about figuring out how to remove stubble from a newborn, since pediatricians believe that it should disappear on its own.
EYEBROW DESIGN
Taking care of eyebrows for men is as natural as going for a pedicure. No joke: in one of the previous articles we talked in detail about why you need to watch your feet. But if men, as a rule, get a pedicure for reasons of hygiene, then eyebrow shaping is an aesthetic procedure that is often resorted to to remove hair above the bridge of the nose.
Even women face the problem of fused eyebrows. What about men who naturally grow more facial hair? (photo from pinterest.com)
Don't worry, your eyebrows won't look like a woman's. The maximum is that they will be given a neat shape by removing hair not only above the bridge of the nose, but also where the eyebrows have grown greatly.
What is lanugo?
Many mothers are very worried when they see a lot of hair on a child’s body, especially if it is on the baby’s ears.
And often even the doctors’ arguments cannot reassure them, since the fear for the health of their beloved child is much stronger than the ability to understand medical terminology. Let's look at the main points.
Lanugo is hairs on the baby's body that did not fall out while the baby was in the womb. Just wait a little, and they will dry out or fall out - in 3 months, or even earlier.
These hairs cannot cause illness or problems with sleep and nutrition. Even if the baby has elevated hormonal levels, lanugo is safe.
You should not experiment and use various folk recipes for removing ear hairs in the first days of life. Wait a little, just bathe the baby in water with the addition of decoctions of medicinal plants.
Lanugo cannot cause inconvenience to a newborn, therefore, if the child sleeps restlessly or eats poorly, you should consult a specialist - believe me, the reason is not the hairline.
NOSE AND EARS
Another aesthetic problem that can be solved with wax is nasal hair removal. Why such complexity if you can take tweezers or scissors?
Plucking nose hair with tweezers is strictly prohibited. According to otolaryngologists, open pores can easily become infected, which in turn can cause acne. Another danger is ingrown hairs. They are easy to notice on the surface of the body, but not in the nose. Finally, with wax you will have to endure the pain for a few seconds, but with tweezers the “pleasure” will stretch.
Hair in the ears begins to grow much later and does not bother men until a certain time. This is due to the deposition of cholesterol, which increases with age and leads to hair growth in “unusual” places. Therefore, experts advise that the first step is to be examined by a cardiologist if you are faced with this problem.
As for ear hair removal itself, the main principle here is “do no harm.” This is the type of depilation that you definitely cannot do yourself: you can hit the eardrum or get into the ear canal. Of course, an experienced master will not allow this.
Causes of hair growth
Increased hair growth in the ears can be due to various reasons. This problem appears in the presence of a genetic predisposition, dysfunction of the endocrine glands, traumatic injuries and the presence of neoplasms. Hair can also begin to grow due to various infections, vascular atherosclerosis and congenital tissue pathologies.
Intense hair growth may be associated with changes in hormonal levels in a man’s body. An abnormally large amount of hair in the auricle may be a consequence of the development of hypertrichosis. This disease is congenital or acquired. In the second case, the disease develops as a result of injuries, severe stress and metabolic disorders.
WAXING AND SHAVING
Depilation will never replace shaving, that's a fact. If you decide to completely remove hair with wax, be prepared for the fact that it will be very painful: facial stubble is much tougher than regular hair and has deep and strong roots.
Do not overestimate your pain threshold, otherwise the procedure will seem like an execution to you (photo from kittykatwaxstudio.com)
The skin should also not be exfoliated before waxing: in this case, dead cells play a protective role
Wax is suitable for removing “fuzz” on the cheeks, as well as for shaping a beard, sideburns or mustache. You can ask the specialist to treat certain areas of the face or neck.
Unfortunately, after waxing, just like after shaving, ingrown hairs can appear. Remember to use exfoliating products like a scrub or peel 1-2 times a week. You can start 3 days after the procedure.
Traditional medicine methods
Folk practice is also a productive way to eliminate excess hair. Folk remedies have excellent results, take little time, and can be done at home.
Traditional medicine has a wide range of useful remedies:
- sugar and soda;
- iodine;
- turmeric, datura oil:
- manganese solution;
- citrus;
- nuts, it is better to use walnuts.
Most often, they get rid of unnecessary hair from the ears and other areas of the body using potassium permanganate and iodine. This procedure is carried out before bedtime. To do this, you need to dissolve particles of potassium permanganate in hot water; it is recommended to make the solution translucent - this will help to avoid skin burns. When the solution is ready, you should wipe the areas of the body where hair will be removed. Getting rid of unnecessary hair from the ears using a solution of potassium permanganate is a fairly effective method. However, it has its disadvantages:
- areas of the skin may become discolored;
- a person may get burned.
A good and effective traditional medicine is iodine solution. The method of its preparation includes the use of:
- iodine in a volume of 1.5 g;
- castor oil - 5 g;
- ammonia and medical alcohol in proportions of 2 g and 35 g, respectively.
These ingredients should be mixed well, then the mixture should be left until it becomes clear in color for a couple of hours. The prepared solution must be applied 2 times a day to areas of skin with unwanted hair. This procedure should last no more than 2 weeks. This folk method of removing unnecessary hair is very effective, and with its help you can get rid of it for a long time.
One of the effective means of getting rid of unwanted hair is considered to be pine nut shells, with which you can get good results. To prepare, you need to completely burn the shells of 10 nuts, and dilute the resulting ash with 1 tbsp. l. boiling water The resulting mixture must be applied to the areas of the body from which hairs should be removed for 10 minutes. To completely eliminate hair, it is recommended to conduct several such sessions.
Ammonia or medical alcohol will help remove unnecessary hairs. To do this, it is recommended to prepare a mass of 10 drops of the selected alcohol, then pour a 5-6% solution of hydrogen peroxide into it in the amount of 50 ml, then add 10 g of wheat flour. Stir the resulting mixture thoroughly and place it on the areas of the skin where hair needs to be removed for 10 minutes. This procedure is intended only for those areas of the skin that are not hypersensitive.
The oldest method of traditional medicine is to get rid of unnecessary vegetation using sugar. You need to take several pieces of refined sugar, 10 pieces are recommended, and a pinch of citric acid. Add 3 tbsp to the resulting mass. l. water. Next, keep all this on low heat until a plasticine-like mass of a golden hue is formed. Apply the prepared mixture to unwanted hair and immediately remove sharply.
One of the most modern compositions of traditional medicine is the following: 1 tsp. Dilute baking soda with a glass of hot water and mix thoroughly. When this solution has cooled, it is recommended to moisten a cotton pad with it, squeeze lightly and treat the problem area of hair growth.
It is recommended that this disk, soaked in the solution, be glued to the skin with a medical plaster and left overnight. This procedure should be carried out 3 times, after which the unwanted hair will weaken and fall off.
PREPARATION AND CARE
First of all, if you agree to wax hair removal, make sure that you have no contraindications. This is a practically safe procedure, but it also has limitations. For example, it should not be done while taking medications to treat acne. In addition, waxing is contraindicated for people with cancer.
Waxing can cause broken capillaries if you have rosacea, thin skin or smoke. You should approach the procedure with caution if you have diabetes, take blood thinners, or hormonal medications.
It is not recommended to drink coffee or alcohol before the procedure. Your skin will become more sensitive, which is the last thing you want when you are removing nose hair. Even if you have made an appointment with an experienced professional or cosmetologist, waxing is stressful for the skin, to which it usually responds with irritation.
After hair removal, you should not go to the bathhouse, sauna or sunbathe for several days. Pay attention to the condition of the skin after depilation: do not forget to apply moisturizer if you notice redness. It should be light, without the effect of a greasy film. And if you follow all these simple rules, even such a painful procedure as depilation will become comfortable!
Author:
Valeriya Klippert
Preventive actions
To prevent hair growth in the ears, hygiene procedures should be carried out regularly. It is allowed to clean the outer part of the ear with cotton wool or a clean cloth soaked in warm water or a disinfectant solution. Do not use cotton swabs, which can damage the eardrum and structures of the inner ear.
When carrying out hygiene procedures, do not use sharp objects that can injure the skin. Do not try to remove hair that grows on the inside of the ear yourself. You could seriously injure yourself.
If increased hair growth in the ears is combined with insomnia, loss of appetite, weakness and dizziness, then you should immediately consult a doctor. The listed symptoms may indicate the development of various diseases. If a man is undergoing hormonal therapy, then he must take medications in strict compliance with the dosages prescribed by the doctor.
Rolling out a boiled egg
Let's get acquainted with another effective method, tested by our grandmothers and mothers. Boil one hard-boiled egg. Cool it until warm. Before the procedure, the baby’s body is lubricated with baby oil or cream, and an egg is rolled over the skin on top of it.
You need to do the movements for 5 minutes. The child will enjoy the warm massage and will not resist. Friction will force the hairs to leave their growth areas after the skin warms up.
Rolling out bread ball and dough
Since ancient times, excess hairs have been rolled out using a crumb rolled into a ball. To do this, you need to take freshly baked bread, remove only the soft part with your hands and roll out a round even ball in your palms.
After taking a warm bath, the baby’s body will warm up, the skin pores will expand, and only then can you begin to act. The ball is rolled over the hair on the newborn's ear for 2 or 3 minutes. Then gently blot the friction points with a dry and soft diaper. If you notice redness on the skin, the best way, according to our grandmothers, is to wipe such spots with a few drops of breast milk. It has not only a soothing, but also an anti-inflammatory effect on the baby’s delicate skin.
Another effective way to roll out bristles with dough. It consists of 2 tablespoons of water, a little flour and a teaspoon of vegetable oil. Knead the dough and roll out a small but tight ball. They roll out hairs that stick to the dough. They will be noticeable visually.
