Hair Removal

Hair on the head is good. Hair anywhere else tends to be not so good - and that's why such a large number of hair removal products have been developed to help you deal with it effectively. Let's take a look at the four main ways to remove unwanted hair, either on the face or on the body.

Razors are the most popular method.

The simplest and cheapest method of hair removal, shaving has also been around the longest. Shaving is easy to do: just take a razor, lather up with some shaving cream or soap, and gently drag the razor over the skin, removing unwanted hair as you go. If you don't fancy using the traditional type of razor, there are a large number of electric versions on the market which will do the same job, and you'll also find dozens of creams and other products designed to make shaving easier.

Pros of Shaving

• It's fast.

Do it while you're in the shower or bath, or whisk of unwanted hair in a matter of minutes before a big party or hot date.

• It's painless.

When you're getting used to using your razor you may pick up the odd nick or cut, but once you're used to it, hair removal through shaving should be a breeze.

• It's cheap.

You can pick up a cheap razor for less than a dollar, while WalMart's range of Electric Razors start from just under $30.

Cons of Shaving

• Fast regrowth.

Shaving gets rid of unwanted hair, but it won't stay gone for long. Depending on how fast your hair grows, you could start to see regrowth within 24 hours, meaning that once you start shaving, you can't stop - you're getting into a constant routine of hair removal!

• Sharp stubble.

Because shaving simply slices off hair at the point where it emerges from the skin, the regrowth will feel "sharper" and more prickly than normal hair.

Depilatory Cream is a thick cream which you spread onto areas of unwanted hair and then leave for a period of time - usually between five to ten minutes. When the cream is removed, the hair comes with it.

Pros of Depilatory Creams

• They're painless.

Or they should be. Because this method of hair removal simply involves applying cream and then removing it, it's probably the most painless methods of hair removal around.

• Lasts longer than shaving.

Hair which has been removed using a depilatory cream will normally stay away for longer than hair removed by shaving. Depilatory creams will also lead to softer regrowth, and will leave your skin feeling far smoother than shaving does.

Cons of Depilatory Creams

• They're time consuming.

Using a depilatory cream means setting aside enough time to apply the cream, wait for it to take effect and then remove it. Not everyone has that time to spare!

• They're messy.

The creams are gloopy and thick, and if you're applying them to a large area such as the legs, can make quite a bit of mess, which you'll then have to clean up.

• They can cause allergic reactions.

Not everyone can use depilatory creams, as they will cause allergic reactions and rashes on some skins. If you do want to use a cream, it's always advisable to do a spot-test first, to see how your skin will react.

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Waxing can be effective.

Ouch! We all know what waxing is: hot wax is applied to the skin, covering unwanted hair. Once the wax has set, it's removed - taking the hair with it. There are also some methods similar to waxing that use room temperature substances, such as a gel. While these do not require heat, they generally have the same pros and cons as traditional waxing.

Pros of Waxing

• It's long-lasting

Waxing removed your hair right from the root, which means that your skin will stay smooth and hair free for much longer than other methods of hair removal - so you only have to do it every few weeks.

• Regrowth is finer

When you use wax for hair removal, the hair that grows back will tend to be finer than the hair that was there previously - meaning less waxing next time you go to the salon!

Cons of Waxing

• It can be painful!

There's no doubt about it, ripping unwanted hair out from the root can be painful, although a good beautician and correct technique will minimise your discomfort.

• It's expensive

Although there are some home-waxing kits on the market, most people will still choose to have their waxing done by a professional, and those monthly trips to the salon all add up.

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The only permanent method of hair-removal around, electrolysis involves passing a small electric current through each hair, killing it off at the root.

Pros of Electrolysis

• It lasts forever.

Once a hair has been removed using electrolysis, it will never grow back (although some stubborn areas may need a couple of treatments to achieve this). That means that once an area has been treated, you can completely forget about hair removal - for the rest of your life!

• It's relatively pain-free

Although electrolysis sounds painful, the most you should feel is a slight tingling sensation as the electric current passes through the hair.

Cons of Electrolysis

• It's time-consuming

Each individual hair must be treated separately for electrolysis to work. If you're having hair removed from a large area such as the legs, then, it can take several weeks or months for the treatment to be completed.

• It can be expensive.

Electrolysis is the most expensive method of hair removal, especially if you need a lot of treatments for a large area of unwanted hair. However, given that you will never again need to buy razors, creams or waxing treatments once it's done, it can end up costing you less over time.

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