Why Do We Get Hairy Nipples, Is It Normal & How To Get Rid of It
Nipple hair is completely normal. Sometimes it could be a sign of a medical condition, but otherwise, there are many ways to safely remove it if it bothers you.

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If you’re part of the Hairy Nipple Club, you’re far from alone — although that knowledge may not offer much in the way of consolation the next time you find yourself reaching for the tweezers.
Here’s what you need to know about nipple hair:
- It is perfectly normal to have nipple hair (regardless of age or gender) but its appearance will vary depending on the person; it might be sparse, fine, and nearly transparent, or it may have a thick, coarse texture and dark color.
- Nipple hair (particularly an overgrowth of it) may result from an overproduction of androgens (like testosterone), polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), certain medications, and even hormonal changes related to pregnancy and menopause.
- There are various methods for removing nipple hair which include tweezing, shaving, trimming, waxing, and electrolysis.
- Nipple hair does not generally require treatment by a doctor unless it is suspected to be a symptom of a more systemic health condition, such as hormonal imbalances or PCOS.
Anyone can develop hair around the nipples or areolas (the area of skin that surrounds the nipple) and the amount of hair (or its appearance) may change throughout the course of your life.
Nipple hair may be an annoyance but most of the time, it isn’t a cause for concern and there are many ways to remove it — if you prefer to.

Medically Reviewed By: Susan Milstein, PhD, Human Sexuality