I just recently turned 23 and have almost no facial hair growth, any suggestions? (Photo)

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Hey! I'd like to thank whoever is taking the time to read this. I just recently turned 23 and these little hairs on the sides of my cheeks just started to appear. I'm considering using Minoxdill for facial hair growth, but am worried about the collagen reduction side effect I've been reading about. I'm worried that it may not even work!!! I feel like I have no options. I'd be totally fine with just a little stubble, it doesn't have to be ZZ top.

Epameinondas Bonaros, MD · Answer

Minoxidil and beard transplant are the only things you can do to grow facial hair. You can try minoxidil for 6 to 9 months, and if the results are not good, you should consider a beard transplant in a few years. It is a safe and permanent way to grow facial hair.

Johnson C. Lee, MD · Answer

Your beard growth may be genetic. If your beard is still sparse when you are in your 30s, you can consider a hair transplant to create a beard for you using hair from the back of your head. Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MD
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

Find out when your dad developed his beard, and your brothers and grandfathers. You may find someone who you followed with beard growth and then wait it out.  A beard transplant can be done when you get much older if you still haven't developed beard growth

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