Hair removal on the legs is easy, as skin is generally less delicate than in other areas that can require hair removal, such as the underarms or bikini line. The difficulty lies in that legs are a large area of the body, and so some hair removal methods are not practical. For example, laser hair removal and electrolysis, while effective, are time-consuming and expensive for legs and better suited for small areas. However, there are a few good options of hair removal products for legs to choose from that are inexpensive and relatively easy to use.
Razors
Shaving the legs is the most common method of hair removal. It is quick, easy and inexpensive. There are many choices for razors, such as disposable razors, permanent razors with replaceable blades, and electric razors that can be used on wet or dry legs. Razors are available in drugstores, supermarkets, department stores and many convenience stores. The downside to shaving legs is that hair is often prickly and sometimes itchy when it grows back. If done hastily, there is also the possibility of nicking the skin with a razor, causing bleeding and pain.
Wax
Another common hair removal product for legs is wax. There are also many varieties of wax for hair removal. Some types of wax are heated on the stove top or in the microwave, while others can be used at room temperature. Some wax is applied and then removed with fabric strips provided with the wax, while other waxes just need to have time to dry or harden and then can be pulled off by the edge of wax itself. Waxing can be painful and may leave sensitive skin temporarily red or irritated, but it makes legs very smooth and the results last significantly longer than shaving, according to Hair-removal-methods.org.
Depilatory Creams
These creams can be purchased at many of the same places as razors or wax, although there might be fewer choices of the creams than the other methods. Generally, these creams come in a jar or tube and are spread in a thin layer over the surface of legs. The instructions will tell you how long to leave them on the skin, usually anywhere from three to five minutes. Then, the cream can be rinsed off in the shower, wiped off with a washcloth, or removed with a special tool that comes with the cream and looks like a plastic razor without the blade. KidsHealth.org points out that some people can have a reaction to the chemicals in depilatories, such as the area becoming inflamed or developing a rash. Before using a depilatory cream on your whole leg, spot test a small area in an inconspicuous area to make sure you don’t have a bad reaction to the cream.
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