Advantages and disadvantages of different types of hair removal techniques

Sword

Advantages: Currently there are new types of blades for female hair removal, which adapt perfectly to the parts of our body and include a lubricating material (usually aloe) at the base, leaving the skin smooth and hydrated. Also after removing your hair you can apply a post-depilatory cream that will calm you down. This type of hair removal does not take a lot of time, because you only have to apply it to the skin and shave. There are products suitable for sensitive skin and that reduce the risk of allergy to this type of hair removal.

Disadvantages: This method does not start at the root, but shaves at the skin level. I only recommend this method of hair removal in an emergency, as the hair comes out with more force, although not much is said. Hair grows an average of 6.3 millimeters per month in the armpits and twice as fast, so I do not recommend it as a method of hair removal.

Depilatory cream

Advantages: It is a quick hair removal technique (5-8 minutes), painless and comfortable. There are also special creams for sensitive skin. With this method of hair removal there is no risk of cuts to the skin and it remains soft for longer as hair growth is smoother and the skin is better hydrated. Previously, some creams irritated the skin and even had a rather unpleasant odor, which has been arranged to enrich it with softeners and actives through perfumes with covering power and stability.

Disadvantages: If you exceed the recommended waiting time to fold the cream, it can cause redness. Like the razor, it cuts hair but begins to root, although it is less aggressive.

Wax

Advantages: The warm wax leaves the skin red and is recommended for women with circulatory problems. It requires a minimum of heating, it can be done even in the microwave and it is soluble in water, it is easy to remove. You can use the strips for your depilatory wax ready to use, you do not need heat. Just by rubbing your hands, apply firmly to the skin and remove with a quick motion. They are easy to use, anywhere and anytime. As they have the same skin temperature, they are very good for people with circulatory problems. This is a very effective and long-lasting method. And you can wax at home and in professional beauty centers.

Disadvantages: In general, since the wax is cold, warm or hot, this method is quite painful because it begins the root of the hair.

Electric razor

Advantages: It is a very effective hair removal method that removes the root of the hair using a series of small tweezers. As the first models were quite painful, the new hair now employs the new distribution systems such as tweezers, massage or fresh accessories. As it is extracted from the root of the hair, if used every four weeks, the hair will gradually thin out as some call this method semi-permanent. Currently they have accessories such as special heads for sensitive areas and to exfoliate the skin beforehand.

Disadvantages: This method does not peel like a wax and some hairs tend to remain in some areas where the skin is thicker. It can be painful if you have a lot of hair. Currently they are not as advanced to use in sensitive areas, although some include special devices that shave instead of plucking.

To be

Advantages: It is the revolution that frees women from the problems with wax, blades, razors … durable, painless and apparently safe. Initially, three to four sessions were recommended and now the average is about eight intervals of 2-3 months, although this always depends on the type of hair and the treatment area.

Disadvantages: It’s too early to tell if this really is the ultimate hair removal technique. Sessions can last from a few minutes to an hour, depending on the area treated. The biggest difficulty with the laser method is not only that the hair contains melanin, but also the skin. The eyebrow is an area not recommended due to its proximity to the eyes (which requires special protection). The sensation is similar to a burn, but quick and better tolerated. People with darker skin feel a little tingling or itching. For people who are very sensitive to pain, it is recommended to apply an anesthetic cream two hours before the treatment. Immediately after laser application. This is the most expensive hair removal method.