Hair removal has progressed from the razor and soap techniques that were most popular in years past. Now men and women alike have several choices for home hair removal techniques. In completing hair removal at home, you don't need to worry about a pricey salon, disrobing in front of a stranger or embarrassment. You can complete the hair removal in the privacy of your home with good results.
Shaving
At least 73 percent of women remove their leg hair three times a week, says "Women's Health" magazine. Shaving is a very common technique for hair removal, using a sharp blade to cut hair along the surface. Although the hair grows back rather quickly, shaving is painless and convenient to do at home. It's important to use a good quality shaving cream to protect your legs from razor burn or ingrown hair. Shaving is best for legs and underarms.
Waxing
Waxing involves placing a thin layer of wax on the body and using cloth strips to pull the hair out. Waxing pulls the hair directly from the follicle, which means it needs extra time to grow back again. Waxing can be painful, but gives you longer lasting result over shaving. It's a good method for legs, bikini line and face. Always choose a good-quality wax kit and pull the fabric in the opposite direction of the hair growth for a clean result.
Depilatories
Depilatories are creams with chemical ingredients that dissolve the hair just below the surface of the skin. You can use them on legs, bikini line, underarm and facial hair. Depilatories are painless and usually take only a few minutes to work, but those with sensitive skin may find the chemicals irritating. Test the cream first on a inconspicuous area to see if you have a reaction. If you have no reaction, you can proceed, following package instructions for how long the cream should stay on your skin. Wash it away with cool water and a wash cloth.
Plucking
Plucking is ideal for smaller areas such eyebrows and facial hair. Grasp the hair with tweezers and pull it out. According to KidsHealth.orh, a division of the Nemours Foundation, plucking lasts from three to eight weeks. When plucking, try doing it after a shower, when your pores are expanded and plucking might be easier.
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