FTM Facial Hair | 3 FTM Beard Tips
Channel: Officially Aaron C
Date: 28/07/2019

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Whether you're just starting testosterone or dreaming of the day you can, many trans* individuals wonder what they might look like with facial hair. There are many myths surrounding FTM facial hair like, "if you shave more often, it'll grow faster" or "You have to be on testosterone to grow a beard". Today, we're going to take on these questions and more to help you know what you can do. Whether you are not taking hormones or years on HRT let's dive into how to enhance your peach fuzz.

Is HRT Required?
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Although being on testosterone will induce a second puberty that stimulates FTM facial hair, it's not required. There are different products like minoxidil that improved hair density and promote new hair growth. A quick YouTube search will supply you with all the testimonials you'll need on how minoxidil affected their FTM beard growth.

If you happen to be on HRT, you will find your peach fuzz start to get darker. You might even grow in new places throughout your chin, cheeks, upper lip and neck. Some trans* individuals choose to use minoxidil as a stimulate to promote even more FTM facial hair. It's important to do your research on these types of products to make sure you're aware of any side effects and proper instructions for usage.

Shave Or Not To Shave FTM Facial Hair
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Ahh. The biggest question of all: "Will shaving help your beard grow faster?" This has got to be the most common myth there is when trying to grow your facial hair out. Unfortunately, no it won't. When I was in my first few months of HRT I was so excited to have some facial hair to play around with. I immediately went and bought a trimmer just so I could see what it felt like and try to get mine to grow faster. Although I'm glad I did so I could experiment with my newly found stubble, it wasn't a good idea for trying to get my beard to grow faster.

As frustrating as it can be, the best way to extend that stubble is to leave it be. It will be hard to leave it alone because it feels like a brand new toy you can't play with, but it'll help in the long run. Sometimes it can get dry and itchy and that's where beard butter/oils come in. The oil conditions and protects hair follicles to remove knots, prevent ingrown hairs, itching, split ends and dandruff. It'll help soften your FTM facial hair, add body/shine as well as moisture the skin beneath. Trust me, you're beard and sanity will thank you.

Genetics & FTM Facial Hair
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Look around your immediate family. Does your brother have facial hair? Does your mom wax her upper lip often? These kinds of signs will give you information to support what your new whiskers may look like. Your genetics will play a part in what your end result will look like when growing out your stubble. Some cis-gender men can't grow beards simply because they don't have that card in their genes.

When it's all said and done, it isn't easy to have the patience it takes to grow your FTM facial hair out. While writing this I'm 20 months on testosterone myself and I still haven't grown my connectors or my cheeks all the way yet! But what I do have, I credit to genes and resisting the temptation shave it all off. Try not to compare your beards with other peoples results as hard as that may be.

We are all on our own path. There's only one you. Be proud of the journey you are taking to become your authentic self.

Check Out My Other Videos:

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Or2ebXHANhk

6 Months On Testosterone Comparison | FTM Transgender
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j84UFrI9cfs


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