An good hair removal it is totally necessary to feel beautiful and cared for. It is a basic that should not be left aside even if we find ourselves in winter, especially today, that there are all kinds of products that facilitate the process. But in the face of so much offer we can also find ourselves a little lost when it comes to choosing the type of hair removal that best suits us at all times.
Let's go over some of the most used types of hair removal, so that everyone can see what the pros and cons are. This way it will be easier to choose between them depending on what we are looking for at all times. You must not stop having a perfect waxing even in winter, because it is a way to feel more beautiful.
Hair removal cream
These creams are very common on the market, and have the great advantage that they are smooth and fast. You simply have to apply it on the area to be waxed and leave it to act for a few minutes. The hair weakens and then you just have to pass water or a paddle that comes with the cream, depending on the type. They have a very pleasant smell, and of course it does not carry a great risk, only people with sensitive skin may notice irritation, in which case they would have to choose another type of method.
Shaving with a razor
This is a technique that we have all used a million times. It is practical, very cheap, since a blade lasts a lot, and super fast. It is an interesting method if we have to fix fast and we don't have time to wax thoroughly. However, you have the risk that we may accidentally cut ourselves. Another big drawback is that, as with the cream, the root is still there, so the hair grows quickly.
Waxing
This is a longer lasting method and widely used. There is also the alternative of depilatory machines, which have the same effect, since they pull the hair out by the roots. One drawback for many is that wax is painful, but it certainly lasts much longer than razor blade, making it a more popular method during the summer. In addition, you must use wax exclusively, to avoid skin conditions. If you have sensitive skin it is better to avoid it, as it can cause good irritation.
Laser Hair Removal
With laser hair removal we are using a technique that destroys the hair follicle preventing the hair from coming out again. It is a much more expensive method, since it is necessary to carry out several sessions at a certain cost. Ideally, the hair should be thick and black, since thinner and lighter hair takes longer to disappear, since the laser beam does not capture it as well. It is somewhat painful, if the laser takes the follicle well, and they can put it at certain intensities, the higher, the faster it disappears, but it also hurts more. There are many places that offer this type of hair removal, but you have to look for a reliable place, since sometimes the offers imply that they use little intensity so that you need more sessions.
It is also a treatment of permanent hair removal, so after a few sessions you can forget about hair. However, this type of hair removal is not without its drawbacks. Especially in the most sensitive skin, which may present some damage due to the energy intensity. In this case, it is better to consult professionals to evaluate your particular case.Threading
This method is good for small places, such as facial hair. It is often used for eyebrow waxing, and is gentler than wax or tweezers. A twisted thread is used to pick up the hairs at the same time as a certain massage is given in the area, so it is hardly noticeable. It removes even the smallest hairs, that is why it is very effective on the hair of the face, which is finer and more difficult to catch. It also removes it from the root, which is why it is recommended.
Pulsed light
La pulsed light or IPL It is a photoepilation method that applies a beam of multichromatic light with different wavelengths and frequencies. Thanks to the melanin present in the tissues, the energy transmitted by this light is allowed to propagate so that it travels to the hair follicle, weakening it. That is, it focuses on the root of the hair and after several sessions it prevents it from growing again. Therefore, it is a safe method for permanent hair removal. Despite being more expensive epilators than the previous ones, they offer permanent results so you no longer have to worry about hair again. Just apply some maintenance treatments every year. The downside is that it needs a light skin tone and darker hair colors to work. Something that is indifferent in other hair removal methods
Face
Some electric or IPL epilators have caps or heads specially designed for facial hair removal. Therefore, you can also apply the treatment to areas such as the mustache, between the eyebrows, etc. Some may even have more specific accessories to brush up sideburns or reduce the volume of eyebrows. Depending on the type of facial epilator, the treatment can be either definitive with facial photoepilation, or temporary if it is a tweezer epilator. Of course, in this area of ​​the face you will also have the same advantages and disadvantages mentioned in the previous types of hair removal. Facial hair removal treatments, such as IPL, They are not unisex. That is, just as many epilators can be for both men and women, in the case of facial treatment, men's hair is very different and they are not effective for him.
Eyebrows
Some epilators on the market are especially designed to pluck the eyebrow area. These electric epilators are stick-shaped, with a practical head to be able to go over the contour of your eyebrows in complete safety. This way you can remove hair as you would with other methods for this area such as thread or tweezers. Additionally, some include guide combs that you can exchange to reduce the volume of your eyebrows, if you have very thick ones and want to remove some hair in a simple way. In this way, simply passing the eyebrow hair remover over the eyebrow will remove the excess hair that you don't want.
Body
Most electric epilators are used to any area of ​​the body. They are unisex, so they are suitable for both male and female hair removal. However, although they can be used in any area, some are specifically designed to make it easier for you to remove all the hair from the most complicated areas. For example, there are many epilators that include an extendable handle to remove hair from all over. back easily, without needing help. Others have gentle modes for sensitive areas such as the groin or genitals, lowering the rotation speed to reduce damage.
Sugaring
It may seem strange, but sugar hair removal is another modality. It consists of applying a paste of sugar and water at room temperature that adheres to the hair, but not to the skin. Therein lies its key, and then a pull is used to pull out the hair from the roots. It lasts about 3-4 weeks, like wax and other methods. It also works for short hair and is very economical, and can even be done at home. The problem is that it is very slow and somewhat painful.
Brazilian depilation
With bikinis becoming smaller and smaller, and also some women's underwear, pubic hair removal has become increasingly sophisticated. To achieve the famous Brazilian English, several methods can be used and with several different results or styles. For example, total hair removal where all the hair is removed, decorative hair removal where shapes are made (heart, rhombus, star, etc.), Brazilian hair removal (a V shape is left), American hair removal (a thin line is left on the center), etc. As for methods, the most widespread currently is photoepilation of the area, or also using a razor or wax...