Tuesday, April 28,
2026 - Kenyan comedian and media personality, Dr
Ofweneke, has
ignited a lively public debate after raising questions about a growing trend of
more women appearing to be growing beards in recent times.
In a video shared online, Ofweneke is seen expressing
genuine curiosity about the trend.
“I just want to ask is there any genealogical or physical
explanation why there’s a very high rise of numbers of ladies these days who
grow beard,” he questioned.
He stressed that he wanted to understand the root cause of
the shift, wondering if it was due to biological factors or perhaps something
external in the modern environment.
“What is the explanation? Is it because of the genes or the type of
skin care they are using,” he urged, calling upon experts to weigh
in.
He even speculated whether skincare routines or the
“weather” could be contributing factors.
According to dermatologists, certain medications or hormonal
disruptors in products may play a role.
Medical sources confirm the condition is known as hirsutism,
the growth of dark or coarse hair in a male‑like pattern on a woman’s face,
chest or back.
It is usually triggered by excess androgens, “male” hormones
such as testosterone, which all women produce in small amounts.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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