The epilator is a convenient device for performing home procedures. The device removes hairs from the root, and the skin becomes soft and smooth. But working with the device has its own characteristics that must be taken into account. How to use the epilator correctly is described in the article.
Working principle
An epilator is a device that has built-in discs or metal tweezers. When the device is connected to the network, the parts begin to rotate and capture the hair, eliminating it from the root. On almost all modern devices, the rotation speed can be adjusted. It is necessary to take into account the pain and the result that you want to get.
The first epilators were designed to remove excess hair on the legs and underarms. Later, they began to produce devices with nozzles that can be used for the intimate area and face. Depending on the nozzles, you can eliminate hairs with bulbs, as well as perform a massage. It speeds up blood circulation andtherefore, the procedure will not be as painful.
Some manufacturers have devices equipped with a cooling function that “freezes” the skin a little, preventing severe pain. The latest devices are ideal for everyone, no matter the pain threshold and the amount of body hair. If desired, the tool can be used for the back, abdomen, chest, shoulders, armpits, legs, bikini area. How to use the Brown epilator or any other brand of epilator is described below. If you follow the established rules, the procedure will be effective and safe.
Advantages and disadvantages
How to use the epilator is usually written in the instructions. The advantages of such devices include the following qualities:
- The procedure can be performed by yourself.
- Easy to use, store and clean.
- No extra tools needed.
- The hairs are removed from the root.
- The result lasts for a long time (3-4 weeks).
- Affordable price.
From the minuses are:
- Loud operation (but not for every device).
- Duration of the process (compared to depilation).
- Soreness.
Why you should use an epilator
As you know, shaving with a machine does not eliminate hairs from the root. The blade cuts off only the upper part, which rises above the skin. In this case, the bulb will be inside, and new vegetation will appear after 2-3 days. At the epilatorthis feature is not present, its main purpose is the removal of hairs with a bulb, the skin remains smooth for 3-4 weeks.
How to use the epilator for the first time? To perform the procedure with such a device, no special skills are needed. The device is easy to use, so you can do everything yourself. The procedure does not require additional devices, all that is required is the epilator itself.
Features of use
When considering how to use the epilator, you should consider some features of the use of this device. They are as follows:
- Speed. The device has a lever with which you can adjust the speed of rotation of discs or tweezers. At low power, it is necessary to eliminate hard and short hairs, because due to strong rotation they will break, and the root will be inside. If the device is used for the first time, there will be pain, especially at low speed. But you should not increase the power, because this move reduces the processing efficiency. After a certain period of time, the skin will get used to the stress, the epilation will be quick and painless. Only then can you increase the speed, as the hairs will be finer and easier to remove.
- Length. When using the machine, you can not grow dense vegetation on the legs, underarms and in the bikini area. You need to steam the skin, and then remove the vegetation. With an epilator this is out of the question.you will need to endure 2-3 days until the stumps grow to 0.4-0.5 cm.
- Technique. The device must be held against the growth of hairs, otherwise there is a risk that the device will be carried out several times, which increases pain. It is necessary to hold the device at an angle to the side in which the movement occurs. Do not remove hair by pressing the epilator firmly against the skin. Move the instrument slowly and smoothly.
- Steaming. The downside of the device is pain. To minimize discomfort, it is necessary to steam the skin before the procedure. You should take a hot bath with the addition of sea s alt and essential oils. A hot shower will do.
How to use the epilator may depend on the areas being treated. Therefore, you need to familiarize yourself with the rules for working on each specific part of the body.
Laser epilator
How to use a laser epilator? Before use, you must read the instructions. The device should be tried on a small area of the body to exclude allergies and irritation. Perform epilation on dry and clean skin, when the hairs of the industry are 2 mm or more.
The terms of use are as follows:
- The device needs to be turned on.
- Then it is placed close to the skin. Effectively remove hairs will allow the correct angle of exposure. One light flash can cover 3cm2.
- Then the device is placed on another site.
- If the length of the hairs is more than 3 mm, then they must be shaved off, slightly grown and onlythen epilate.
Hair does not fall out immediately, but for two days after the procedure. Cosmetics should not be applied before the session.
Legs
The most sensitive area is considered to be under the knees and ankles. Other parts get used to the procedure quickly, so there will be no severe pain in the future. The most difficult thing is to epilate the first 3-5 minutes, and then the discomfort disappears. Due to the fact that the legs have a large and even surface, the session is quite simple. It will last 30-45 minutes.
How to use the leg epilator correctly? First you need to prepare - steam the skin by taking a bath, and then apply a coffee grounds scrub. This event helps to eliminate dead skin particles and remove ingrown hairs. Then you need to disperse the blood with a hard washcloth, each leg should be rubbed for three minutes.
All manipulations are performed 45-60 minutes before the procedure. After leaving the bath, you need to wipe the skin and do a massage, which consists of rubbing, patting and pinching. After preparation, the device must be turned on (at low speed) and you can begin to remove vegetation, move against the growth of hairs.
Bikini area
This part is the most sensitive. There are many pain receptors in this place, so discomfort will be felt. It is advisable to perform the procedure with a special spray / gel, which contains lidocaine.
You canuse a special cooling glove, which is sold in cosmetic stores. Pain-sensitive women take painkillers before being treated with the device. Before using the epilator in the bikini area, you need to remove the hairs from the inside of the thigh with tweezers. The skin is then treated with alcohol, vodka or antiseptic to protect against infection.
After that, you can work with an epilator, and then you need to prepare a decoction of chamomile. A cosmetic swab is moistened in it and wiped over the skin. The treatment helps relieve irritation and inflammation.
Armpit
How to use the Philips underarm epilator correctly? Although this part of the body is small in area, it requires a special approach. The hairs are in the hollow, so when epilating, you need to pull the skin. To perform the procedure correctly and minimize discomfort, it is necessary to stretch the epidermis at the moment when you guide the epilator over the surface of the skin.
If the hairs are very long, then they should be cut to 0.5 cm. Otherwise, the pain will be 2 times stronger. After the end of the session, it is necessary to treat the skin with cosmetic ice with a decoction of chamomile, and then apply a healing cream or lotion. Do not use deodorant for the next six hours.
Face
How to use the Roventa epilator on the face? For this, standard devices are not suitable. When removing facial hair with a classic instrument, the skin is injured. This can cause irritation and rashes. Manymanufacturers produce devices specifically for the face.
Before the session, the skin must be cleansed. It is preferable to perform peeling to remove dead skin particles. It is important that there are no rashes or irritations on the face. If they are, then it is advisable to postpone the procedure. Position the device perpendicular to the body. Movement should be against the growth of hairs. This will eliminate their ingrowth and inflammation.
Reduce pain
Often the procedure takes place with discomfort. But there are recommendations to reduce pain:
- You can use cooling agents: anesthetic lotions, special gloves. Ice cubes, cold water are suitable. If the skin is very sensitive, then give preference to waterproof devices to remove vegetation using special foams and gels.
- It is undesirable to process large areas at once. The procedure must be carried out without haste.
- First, turn on the device at a low speed, it is advisable to start from the first and gradually increase. Gradually, the follicles will weaken, the skin will get used to the procedure, and the process will become less painful.
- Shaving heads should be used with lotions, creams or gels that improve glide. This will protect against irritation.
- The skin can be soothed with a cooling pad or special cosmetics.
For sensitive epidermis, especially for the deep bikini area, you can purchase a delicate attachment. The sizeless of this device, the speed will be lower, which reduces pain. Properly performed procedure eliminates the appearance of allergies and irritations.
