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The Top 10 Hair Removal Methods - Which
is Right For You?
by: Megan Halloway
Do you have unwanted body hair? Are you trying to choose between hair
removal methods? This guide contains all you need to decide. It details
several popular as well as not-so-common methods of getting rid of
unwanted hair, including shaving, plucking, waxing, sugar waxing,
bleaching, threading, depilatories, electrolysis, laser, and vaniqa.
Shaving
Shaving is a temporary hair removal method. It is inexpensive, but for
most people the hair has started to grow back by the following day. To
prevent stubble, you must shave once or twice daily. Razors come in all
varieties. They can be made of cheap plastic with a single blade which can
be bought for a quarter, or a high quality electric version costing $50 or
more.
Plucking
Another common hair removal method is plucking, or tweezing, the hair.
While this method is time consuming, as you can only pluck one hair at a
time, it is useful for smaller areas, such as an extra eyebrow hair or
two. However, it can be painful, especially around the eyes, and can cause
irritation and ingrown hairs. While it is a myth that by plucking a hair
out by its root you are causing two to grow in its place, many women do
not pluck their hair for this very reason. But investing in a $2 pair of
tweezers is a lifesaver when you want to look perfect for that special
occasion.
Waxing
For larger areas, many people prefer to use hot wax. The wax is applied to
the skin with a piece of paper or cloth covering it. After the wax cools,
the strip is ripped away, taking the hair with it. While this method is
fast, it can also be painful. In addition, waxing removes the top layer of
skin, and can cause rashes and redness. However, once you become good at
the technique, it is an easy and inexpensive way to quickly get rid of
unwanted hair at home. Kits can be purchased for $20-$40. You can also
have your skin waxed by a professional. Depending on the area you are
having waxed, this can cost from $20 to around $150.
Sugar Waxing
Sugar waxing is similar in method to traditional waxing, except that the
"wax" is a sticky sugary paste. Sugaring is even less expensive, as home
kits can be bought for as little as $10.
Bleaching
Rather than removing the hair, some women prefer to lighten it. This is
especially common for women with facial hair. Bleaching is completely
pain-free, and can be done at home. Most women do not have any skin
reactions to the bleach; however, as with a hair dye, be sure to test
first on a small, inconspicuous part of your skin, just in case the bleach
does change your skin color or cause irritation.
Threading
Threading, also known as khite, is commonly practiced in the Middle East
but much less well-known in the west. It is performed using a cotton
thread. The thread is twisted, catching the hair, and is then pulled to
remove it. The results are similar to plucking, but many more hairs can be
removed at one time. Always use cotton so the fibers themselves do not
irritate the skin.
Depilatories
Depilatories are creams that dissolve hair, allowing it to be wiped away.
For some people, depilatories last no longer than shaving, while others
are hair-free for several days. The process is not always painless, but is
definitely less painful than waxing. The creams can be bought for a few
dollars at any drug store.
Electrolysis
Electrolysis is a permanent hair removal method. A needle is placed in a
hair follicle and electric current is delivered to the follicle. This
damages the hair, and it does not return. This method works well for small
localized areas of hair, but can be time consuming and costly for large
patches, as each hair must be done individually. Also, if the needle is
not inserted just right, the hair may need to be retreated, and often an
area must be treated three to four times before the hair is permanently
removed. While the needle should not puncture the skin, electrolysis can
be painful. It is recommended that electrolysis be done by a professional;
home treatment methods are difficult and generally unsuccessful.
Laser
Laser hair removal is another permanent hair removal method. It is a more
recent method, and data as to its long-term effectiveness is still being
gathered. Light from a laser is pointed at a small area of skin. The
energy from the light is absorbed by the dark hair pigment, heating and
damaging the follicle. This method does not work for white or grey hair or
for people with dark skin and light hair. Because this method does not
require each hair to be treated individually, this method is much quicker
and less expensive for larger areas such as the legs as compared to
electrolysis. If you are interested in laser hair removal, find a
reputable professional. Laser hair removal can cause permanent skin damage
if not performed properly. It can be painful, but as more research
continues to be gathered, its looking more and more like a viable option
for many people. The only place laser hair removal should not be performed
is around the eyes, as it could cause permanent eye damage.
Vaniqa
Vaniqa is a cream designed specifically to target facial hair in women. It
is intended to slow the growth of this hair, and is designed to be used
with other nonpermanent methods of hair removal. It is available by
prescription only, and has been shown to be effective in almost 60% of the
patients in the trial. It is currently only for use by women over 12.
Remember when your mother always told you that you didn't really want to
start shaving? But you insisted that you would want to continue for the
rest of your life. However, for many women, unwanted hair causes major
stress and discomfort everyday. You should now be able to more easily
choose between the many hair removal methods and choose the one that is
right for you.
About The Author
Megan Halloway is a cosmetologist
specializing in hair removal providing valuable tips and advice on
facial hair, back hair and body hair removal methods.
http://www.hair-removal-options.com.
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