Little details can make a big difference in your feminine image. This is definitely true of an Adam’s apple.
Reducing the visibility of your Adam’s apple can make you look and feel more feminine.
The good news is that there are some easy ways to disguise a MTF Adam’s apple. And they don’t require surgery!
Read on to learn more:
1. Tie On A Scarf
I believe that every crossdresser and transgender woman should own a collection of beautiful scarves.
Tying a scarf around your neck not only hides an Adam’s apple, it adds a flattering pop of color to your face. Two great benefits with one chic accessory!
2. Apply Contouring Makeup
Another easy way to downplay your Adam’s apple is to apply contouring makeup over the protruding area. Dark colors make an area look smaller, which visually reduces the size of your Adam’s apple.
Here’s how to apply contouring makeup to minimize an Adam’s apple:
- Select a contouring cream or powder that’s one to two shades darker than your natural skin tone.
- Apply a thin layer over the Adam’s apple and blend well.
See the video above for a quick, step-by-step tutorial.
3. Wear A High Collared Top Or Turtleneck
High collared tops and turtlenecks are great for concealing an Adam’s apple.
Look for shirts and jackets with collars that stand up around the neck. This will hide the side view of your Adam’s apple. Ruffled collars are especially feminine and flattering.
For complete coverage, opt for a turtleneck. Problem solved!
4. Choose The Right Hairstyle
Long hair with soft waves or layers around the neck is great for hiding an Adam’s apple. The length and shape make the Adam’s apple less visible from the side.
A bad hairstyle would be a bob that cuts off right at the level of your Adam’s apple. It draws the eye to that area – NOT what you want to do!
5. Swallow When Posing For Photos
Your Adam’s apple is less visible when you swallow. Use this knowledge to your advantage when taking photos!
I suggest practicing in front of a mirror first: Swallow about halfway and hold. The trick is to keep your face relaxed (and smile!) while you do this.
What About Surgical Adam’s Apple Reduction?
The tips above are the easiest ways to disguise your Adam’s apple, but what if you are looking for a more permanent solution?
Tracheal shaving is a common male to female feminization procedure. This surgery reduces the cartilage of the Adam’s apple and gives the neck a more feminine contour.
The procedure costs around $4,000-$7,000 in the U.S. Like all surgery, it’s not without risks. The biggest risks include unsightly scarring on the neck and/or damage to the voice box.
If you are curious to know more, check out this RealSelf article on Adam’s apple reduction to see costs, risks, reviews, and before and after photos.
Are you bothered by your Adam’s apple?
As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts on this topic.
- Is your Adam’s apple a concern or are you blessed with a feminine neck?
- Have you had surgery? If so, are you glad you did it?
- Do you have any other Adam’s apple disguising tips you can share with us?
Please leave your comments below!
Love,
Lucille
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No mine doesn’t bother me rather I’m female mode or being male doesn’t seem to stick out like others do actually I have woman’s adam apple so I don’t worry about shading it or wearing anytype of collar clothing scarves included my problem is my forehead n face
Fortunately I have always had a very small Adams apple, so it wasn’t a problem in my younger days….Now in my 60’s a bit of a double chin hides it, but creates another problem that I can effectively downplay with makeup. Your columns are so helpful! I have been dressing for 20 years and still learn from each article
Though I don’t have particularly masculine facial features, my adams apple usually ruins it; it’s really big. People frequently tell me how I have a very present Adams apple and I absolutely despise it.
I’ll probably end up wearing a scarf or so.
I am female age 26 and I hate mine geez I am super super self conscious about it because people tend to comment and speculate as to why I have one I mean google people its not commom in females but not impossible
the only thing god blessed me with is a small adams apple, why that could not be feet,and hand i do not know
My family are very traditional, so I can’t come out. I need this website for puberty. This is so heplfull for me.
My parents are very traditional, so I can’t come out. I need this website for puberty.
I’m a 19 year old transgender, I experiencing moments where people didn’t notice I’m a transwoman and they look at me as a real woman and when they ask me why I have adam’s apple I just simply say “megan fox” do have adam apple and still she rock.
I wear a collar with a dog tag. It fits my “goth/ punk / industrial” look I usually go for.