In times of body positivity, it is important to deal with body hair in a relaxed manner. Those who are bothered by the hair have these options.
Many women want smooth legs, especially in summer. But shaving is no longer an option for many women. Because as quick and uncomplicated as the procedure is, the result doesn't last long. Often the unwanted hairs are visible again after two days and the whole thing starts all over again. Dry, irritated skin and ingrown hairs are some of the unpleasant consequences of shaving. Here are a few hair removal methods that are also suitable for sensitive skin and heavy hair growth.
Sugaring
Sugaring may sound like Anglo-Saxon origins, but it is a very old method from Egypt. With sugaring, the hair is removed with the help of a sugar paste (also called halawa) with the direction of hair growth. The advantage over waxing, for example, is that the hair grows less with this method and it also causes less skin irritation. This applies in particular to sensitive areas such as the armpits, the face or the intimate area.
Wax instead of wax
The aforementioned waxing is also one of the popular methods, because the result can last for up to two weeks. With the increasing number of applications, the hairs become fewer and grow back much slower and softer. The method with warm wax, in which the liquid wax compound is partially applied to the skin with a wooden spatula or a practical roll-on, is particularly effective.
The wax is particularly effective when heated, as the heat (it is essential to test the degree of heat beforehand!) Opens the skin pores and thus hair can be removed more easily. As soon as the wax has become cold and solid, it is pulled off with a quick, jerky movement against the direction of growth. However, the method has one major disadvantage: it hurts. To get the best results, you have to let your hair grow for at least twelve days before using it for the first time.
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) and lasers
The IPL and laser methods are the most modern hair removal techniques that should definitely be carried out by a dermatologist or a trained cosmetic specialist. Their advantage is that the hair is permanently removed. With the IPL method, an intense, pulsating light is used to desolate the hair roots. The disadvantage: Several sessions are required, with an interval of six to eight weeks.
Lasering works in a similar way, but completely destroys the hair roots. With laser hair removal treatment, six to eight sessions are usually sufficient. Both methods cool the skin during the treatment, which reduces the pain. Anyone considering permanent hair removal should seek professional advice from a dermatologist in advance.
How do depilatory creams work?
Depilatory creams are always to be consumed with caution, because they are real chemical clubs that are highly aggressive and are not suitable for every skin type. In order to avoid any allergic reactions, the cream should be tested on a small area on the body before the first correct application. It usually contains thiolactic acid and salts of thioglycolic acid. These substances attack the hair structure by breaking the bonds of the keratin. This is how the hair dissolves on the surface of the skin and falls off.