Today, waxing is as much a regular routine for most women as brushing your teeth or styling your hair. In one way or another, 80% of Europeans get rid of increased shaggyness. The methods for this may be different, the most popular of them we will consider.
Shaving hair
Such epilation is fast, reliable and simple. However, it is not suitable for a female face, as it causes an acceleration of hair growth and thickening. Legs, armpits and the bikini area are most often shaved. The disadvantages include: cuts, ingrown hairs, irritation. Modern blades are designed so that the risk of injury is minimal, and hard washcloths or body scrubs should be used regularly to avoid ingrown blades. After each shave, be sure to apply a special lotion or cream. In addition, there are products that can slow down the regrowth of stubble.
Wax and sugaring
These methods are suitable for eyebrows, antennae and all areas of the body. After removal, the hairs become thinner and less frequent, grow more slowly, however, such hair removal is a rather painful and unpleasant procedure. Wax is in plates or in jars, intended for heating, etc. Which one is better to choose is a matter oftaste, but in any case, products without dyes and fragrances are preferable. Home waxing works best if done after a bath, when the skin is steamed. So the hair comes out easier, and the discomfort is almost not noticeable. Those who love natural cosmetics will love shugaring. A sticky mass of melted sugar and lemon juice will reliably remove all unwanted hair, and the sensations will not be as harsh as when using wax. Cons: long procedure time and pain. Pros: thinning of hairs, repetition of manipulation will be required no earlier than in 2-3 weeks.
Creams
Cream hair removal is a simple and straightforward way to quickly get rid of hair on the body or face. It is enough to apply the product, wait the time indicated on the package and clean it off with a special spatula. Hair under the action of the chemical composition of the cream is easily scraped off. Cons: not suitable for people who have allergic reactions to the components of the cream. Pros: fast, easy, versatile.
Epilators
There are a lot of hair removal machines on store shelves, you can easily choose a model that suits the characteristics and price. Massage rollers or a cooling block will relieve discomfort. Machines with a tweezer working part are preferred, and the more tweezers on it, the more efficiently and quickly the area will be processed. Proper epilation is a guarantee that irritation will pass in a couple of hours, and ingrown problems can be avoided. Do not remove hairs against their directiongrowth. Pay attention to the speed at which the machine works, for thin and light hair, slow down to a minimum, so they will not break. The epilator is not suitable for women in position and those who have problems with blood vessels, in particular varicose veins. Cons: long, discomfort, redness after the procedure. Pros: the more often you do it, the less discomfort you feel, the redness disappears overnight, and smooth skin pleases for a whole month.
From the proposed options for home hair removal on the body, each woman can choose for herself the one that best meets her needs. After all, hair removal is not torture, but a way to become more beautiful.