Everybody has nose hairs. In fact, nose hairs or cilia are part of an intricate defense system that provides protection to your lungs. In combination with mucous, cilia works to remove dirt and debris from your airways, preventing it from entering your respiratory system, according to Cedars-Sinai. Hormonal changes in the body may cause excess hair to grow in areas that it never grew before--this includes the nose. If you are a woman, and you have long hairs protruding from your nose, getting rid of the hair can become top priority.
Step 1
Trim nose hairs using a nose hair trimmer. Simply turn the trimmer on and gently press the blades of the trimmer against the skin of your nose. The trimmer will cut the hair at the surface of the skin. Repeat as needed.
Step 2
Snip the nose hairs using a pair of personal grooming scissors with rounded tips. Grip the grooming scissors firmly, slipping your thumb through one hole and your middle finger through the other. Support the scissors with your pointer finger as you tilt your head back and cut away the long nose hairs using the very tips of the grooming scissors.
Step 3
Try laser hair removal. Seek out a professional hair removal specialist who has a good reputation. Ask around if you must. Laser hair removal can permanently do away with embarrassing excess nose hair
Tips and Warnings
- Some women choose to wax away nose hairs, but just like plucking which pulls out the nose hairs, waxing can damage your tender nasal tissue. Waxing is possible only on the outer surface of the nose.
- Do not pluck out nose hairs using your fingertips or a pair of tweezers. Plucking can cause ingrown hairs, which can ultimately lead to infection. Pulling the hair out of your nose can also cause painful inflammation and permanent damage to the nasal tissue.
Things You'll Need
- Nose hair trimmer
- Personal grooming scissors with rounded tips
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