vellus hair is fine hair like smooth
terminal hair follicles are long, thick, and deeply rooted
Androgens (testosterone), also known as male hormones, play a major role in hair growth. Both men and women produce testosterone; women are just smaller.
Testosterone turns vellus hair into terminal hair by activating receptors in the hair follicle. This is completely normal and happens to everyone, especially during puberty.
Hair growth in women, including facial hair, is affected by certain hormonal phases. Hair growth changes when hormone levels change during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause.
What about those random hairs?
Most women have pubic hair on their faces, but some have more pointed chins. This can be due to genetics or age. Menopause can stimulate more hair on the chin, neck, and face.
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