Many women are worried about body hair that they want to get rid of. Therefore, there are many methods to eliminate them. Threading in our country is not particularly popular, although in the East this method has been in demand for a long time.
This technique is also called trading. The procedure can be performed at home, the main thing is to know some rules for its implementation. How to do hair removal with a thread is described in the article.
The essence of the procedure
The described technique, as already mentioned, has become popular thanks to the East. Threading involves the removal of hairs from the root. To do this, the thread is twisted in a special way, put on the fingers and driven over the skin, catching the hair and pulling it out. It takes practice to master the technique.
Indications
This type of processing is suitable in the following cases:
- If you are allergic to components used in other types of hair removal.
- There is increased hair growth.
- Pain when using tweezers.
In these cases, using thread would be the ideal way. AndYou can perform the procedure both in the salon and at home. Many women appreciated the benefits of this method. If everything is done correctly, there will be no negative consequences.
For what parts of the body is it used?
Threading can be performed on different parts of the body, but usually Eastern women clean their faces with this method. The thread conveniently eliminates the fluff on the chin, the mustache above the upper lip. The hairs are removed with a thin line, making it possible to beautifully shape the eyebrows.
The thread is used for the legs and bikini area. But for self-treatment of the armpits, it is not suitable, because it is inconvenient, since both hands must be involved in this technique. But such services are provided by masters in salons.
Which thread to use?
The described type of hair removal is performed using a cotton thread of medium thickness. And kapron can damage your hands, especially since it is slippery and does not cling to hairs well. It is allowed to use a thread made of natural silk, but it can not be bought in every sewing department. Hair removal with silk thread is ideal for removing fine fluff on the face. The main thing is to follow all the rules of procedure.
Preparation
According to reviews, threading is a rather sensitive process. Since the hairs are removed from the root. The skin needs to be prepared for the procedure to reduce the risk of irritation, injury and pain. The length of the hairs must be between 0.5 cm, otherwise they will not be caught.
The skin preparation procedure is as follows:
- The desired part of the body is cleansed with a soft scrub the day before treatment. This will exfoliate the dead skin particles, making it easier for the hairs to come out.
- Shortly before epilation, the skin should be steamed under hot water to open the pores.
- The part of the body to be treated must be dried and talcum powder applied for better grip and protection from slipping.
Following these rules, it will be possible to complete the procedure quickly and safely. Plus, it will produce great results.
How to prepare the threads?
To perform hair removal with a thread, you need to learn how to twist it on your fingers. It is not difficult as it may seem at first. It is necessary to measure 40-50 cm of the thread and disinfect it with alcohol or another antiseptic. The ends should be tied together in a knot, resulting in a ring.
Then the thread is put on the index and thumb of both hands. And twist 10-12 times (you should get a figure eight). The procedure for removing hairs is not complicated: you need to alternately spread the thumb and forefinger apart on each hand, shifting the twisted part from the middle to the other edge.
Removal technique
The procedure is the same for different parts of the body. Only in some areas the treatment will be more difficult, for example on the back of the legs. So, how to do hair removal with a thread? The procedure is as follows:
- The thread is put on the fingers, twisted, moves back and forth.
- Then it must be applied to the skin,so that the twisted part is under the hairs, and the larger side of the loop is above them. The movement must be against growth.
- With a sharp movement, you need to spread your fingers in a small loop, expand it. The twisted center will be shifted to allow the hairs to be caught and pulled out.
- It is necessary to eliminate the thread and evaluate the result. If not all hairs are eliminated, then the movement must be repeated.
That's all the description of how to thread hair removal at home. This will allow you to cleanse the skin in the selected area until it becomes smooth.
Perform facial hair removal with a thread in front of a mirror. Leg trading takes a lot of time.
Care
After threading at home, the skin becomes smooth. But you should be prepared for the fact that irritation or inflammation may appear. To reduce the risk of negative consequences, proper care must be taken after this treatment:
- After the procedure, the skin is lubricated with an antiseptic. For this, "Chlorhexidine", "Miramistin", furatsilin, hydrogen peroxide can be used. Alcohol should not be taken, as it greatly dries the skin.
- After a few hours, apply a soothing cream. It is better to choose a normal child.
- If irritation appears, such remedies as D-Panthenol, Bepanten, Radevit, Sinaflan will help to remove it.
- After 5-7 days, you need to clean the skin with a scrub or rub it with a hard washcloth. This is necessary to protect against ingrown hairs. Use scrub (washcloth)preferably twice a week.
For 3-4 days after epilation are prohibited:
- sun exposure;
- taking hot baths, visiting the sauna;
- swimming in a pool of chlorinated water;
- visiting open water bodies where there is a risk of infection.
Skin pain relief
Reduce pain will allow peppermint essential oil: it must be diluted in water (3 drops per 20 ml of water). The solution must be treated with the skin.
In the pharmacy you can buy the product "Menovazin", which has a cooling effect. And "Lidocaine" in the form of a spray is considered a strong anesthetic for local use. Women with high pain sensitivity before epilation can take an analgesic tablet. But this is considered a last resort and best avoided.
Using thread epilator
The Bradex company has created a unique device - a threaded electric epilator "Intex". The device is threaded with the thread that is included. The device is convenient to perform the removal of antennae, a small hairline on the chin. But it can be used for other parts of the body as well.
The case has a special backlight that does not miss a single hair. It is very easy to use this device at home. The price of the device is about 1200 rubles.
Benefits of trading
The thread hair removal technique has the following advantages:
- You will not need to spend money.
- Techniquesimple, thanks to which you can quickly learn how to perform movements.
- Vegetation on the body does not appear until 4 weeks.
- No risk of allergy.
- You can use this removal for different hairs.
- Skin injury excluded.
- Through constant use, the hairs become thinner and grow less often.
Flaws
But like any other procedure, epilation has disadvantages:
- soreness;
- need for skill;
- risk of inconvenience;
- after the procedure, there may be irritation or inflammation;
- when processing a large area, it takes a long time.
But despite this, this technique is an excellent substitute for waxing, sugaring, mechanical hair removal. It is only important to follow the rules of procedure so as not to harm your he alth.
Contraindications
Trading is contraindicated in case of skin diseases, in the presence of many moles, warts, papillomas in the part of the body to be epilated. In case of infections and inflammations in the body, the procedure should be postponed until recovery. Do not perform epilation with a fresh tan, abrasions, cuts, wounds, abscesses. First you need to fix it, and then you can perform the procedure.
The duration of treatment depends on the skills, the density of the hairs, their stiffness. On average, the removal of the antennae takes 7-10 minutes, and it takes about 1 hour to clean the legs. When the processing technique is mastered well, the procedure will not take much time to complete.
Performor not?
How to eliminate unwanted facial hair, everyone decides for themselves. Some are accustomed to waxing, while others use tweezers. Trading is not quite popular yet, but those who have used this method were satisfied with the result. Hair grows more slowly, and over time becomes thinner and disappears after a few treatments.
Trading is performed by professionals, but it is quite easy to master the method on your own. For the first procedure, it is advisable to contact a specialist in order to visually see how the processing is carried out, as well as to consult on issues of interest. If you have doubts about your abilities, then it is advisable to contact the salon every time.
If you want to master the technique yourself, you need to practice twisting the thread and epilating on your legs. After preparation, you can carry out the procedure on the face. It is necessary to perform all actions in the prescribed manner, follow the rules and instructions of a specialist, and then you will definitely like the procedure.
Thus, threading hair removal is an effective procedure that makes the skin clean and beautiful.
