Will pulling facial hair grow longer and longer

Pulling out facial hair generally does not cause hair to grow longer, but it may lead to hair follicle damage or hair regrowth. Hair growth is mainly influenced by the health of hair follicles, hormone levels, and genetic factors. External removal will not change the characteristics of hair follicles. When facial hair is removed, temporary redness or mild inflammation may occur in the hair follicles due to mechanical stimulation, but it will not increase the number of hair follicles or change the thickness of the hair. The resting period of hair follicles is about three months, and the newly grown hair after plucking may appear coarse and hard due to its neat cross-section, which is actually a visual error. Repeated hair removal may damage the structure of hair follicles, leading to local hair thinning or folliculitis, but it will not stimulate hair follicles to enter a state of abnormal proliferation. In special cases, such as polycystic ovary syndrome or endocrine disorders, facial hair may thicken and increase due to high androgen levels, but this is not related to hair pulling behavior. If there is persistent redness, pigmentation, or abnormal hair growth after hair removal, pathological factors such as abnormal hormone levels or folliculitis should be investigated.

It is recommended to use gentle hair removal methods such as laser hair removal or facial specific razors to avoid frequent hair removal. Pay attention to cleaning the hair removal part daily, and use soothing products containing aloe or tea tree essence to reduce irritation. If abnormal hair growth is accompanied by symptoms such as menstrual disorders and acne, timely medical attention should be sought to check hormone levels.