Excess hair is a common condition that can occur in both men and women. Sometimes excess hair growth has no identifiable cause; this tends to be more common in skin types from a Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and South Asian background. It can also be hereditary.

In women, excess hair on face is often referred to as hirsutism. Hirsutism occurs when females either produce an excess of male sex hormones called androgens, or becomes more sensitive to these hormones. Although all females produce androgens, these usually remain at low levels. When there is a hormonal imbalance of them, excess hair can occur.

• PCOS ( Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)

• Menopause

• Excess use of whitening creams containing Steroids

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