Have you noticed a few “unexpected guests” popping up on your chin? We’ve been there too! And we’ve had plenty of customers tell us they used to carry tweezers in their bag to pluck stray chin hairs—until they discovered DERMAFLASH. Keep reading to find out why your chin hair might be looking a bit more noticeable lately and discover a simple and safe way to remove them.
Why Do Women Get Chin Hair?
The short answer? Hormones. The longer answer is a little more complex. Throughout a woman’s life, estrogen and androgens (like testosterone) exist in a careful balance. Estrogen keeps that balance in check, suppressing the kind of coarser hair growth more commonly associated with men. But as estrogen levels decline (particularly during perimenopause and menopause) androgens become relatively more dominant.
The result? Hair follicles on your face, particularly around the chin and jawline, can become more sensitive to those androgens and respond by producing darker, coarser hair.
A few reasons this happens:
- Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause cause estrogen to decline while androgens remain, tipping the hormonal balance and triggering increased facial hair growth.
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal condition that can elevate androgen levels and lead to excess chin and jawline hair, even in younger women.
- Genetics play a role — if your mother or grandmother experienced more chin hair with age, there’s a good chance you will too.
- Post-pregnancy hormone fluctuations can temporarily shift your hormonal profile, sometimes resulting in new or more noticeable facial hair.
- Age-related changes in hair follicle sensitivity mean that even small hormonal fluctuations can have a more visible impact on facial hair as we get older.
So, if you’ve ever squinted in the mirror and thought What the $%@! is that on my chin and where did it come from??...there’s your answer! The good news is that chin hair is simple to remove at home. And the method we recommend does more than just remove stray chin hairs—it actually improves your skin.
What Is the Best Way to Remove Chin Hair?
There are plenty of at-home facial hair removal options out there—from tweezers to waxing to razors to threading—but not all of them are created equal. If you’re looking for something that removes hair effectively and improves your skin at the same time, sonic dermaplaning is the best choice for your skin.
DERMAFLASH LUXE+ is an at-home sonic dermaplaning device specifically designed for a woman’s face. Unlike traditional razors (which are razors for coarser terminal hair), LUXE+ is engineered for vellus hair—the fine, soft hair women grow on their faces. It uses 14,000 sonic vibrations per minute to deliver gentle, precise and safe removal of vellus hair and any thicker or coarser hairs that may pop up on your chin and jawline.
Why Is Sonic Dermaplaning Better Than Other Hair Removal Methods?
- Safe for sensitive skin. LUXE+ has two sonic speed settings (gentle and invigorating) so you can customize your experience. It’s recommended by dermatologists and estheticians for all skin types, including sensitive skin.
- Does not damage your skin barrier. Waxing can strip and damage your skin barrier, especially with repeated use. Sonic dermaplaning gently exfoliates the surface without pulling, tearing, or compromising skin integrity.
- No nicks, cuts or scraps. LUXE+’s patented MicroFine Edge™ features a proprietary safety cage that protects your skin from nicks or cuts—unlike a razor blade, which offers no protection whatsoever.
- Faster and easier than tweezing. Tweezing one hair at a time is tedious, painful, and not practical for larger areas. LUXE+ covers your entire chin and jawline in minutes with smooth, feathery strokes.
- Once a week is all it takes. One sonic dermaplaning session each week will keep your skin smooth and fuzz-free. Each session takes 10 minutes or less, so it’s easy to fit into your schedule.
- Delivers clinically proven skin benefits. At the same time your LUXE+ sonic dermaplaning device is removing peach fuzz and stray hairs, it’s also gently exfoliating the layer of dull, dead skin cells on your skin’s surface. Regular exfoliation is key to improving cellular turnover and supporting collagen production—which means you’re actively improving the health and appearance of your skin every time you use LUXE+. The proof: Clinical studies show after 4 weeks of consistent LUXE+ use, 97% had less visible fine lines and wrinklesˆ and 94% had a reduced appearance of dark spotsˆ.
ˆInstrumental analysis after 4 weeks
Will Chin Hair Grow Back Thicker After Dermaplaning?
No, it won’t. Sonic dermaplaning does not affect the hair follicle in any way. Your hair will grow back exactly as it was before—same texture, same color, same rate. No exceptions.
A Note on Excessive Facial Hair
A little extra chin or jawline hair with age is completely normal — but if you’re noticing a significant or sudden increase in facial hair, it’s worth a conversation with your doctor. Excess facial hair can sometimes be a sign of an underlying hormonal condition, such as polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) or other imbalances that are very treatable once identified. Removing the hair is a great short-term solution, but getting to the root cause is always worth it for your overall health. When in doubt, check in with your healthcare provider.
