Secretly, many of us girls and quite of few of the guys love it when winter rolls around. The reason being that we don’t have to go so hard with hair removal. However, when summer comes around the opposite can often be true. Although it’s worth remembering that there is more than one way to deal with body hair once the sun comes out, some easier and more effective than others. In fact, you can read about the most effective method in my post below.
Shaving
One of the most simple and effective methods of hair removal is shaving. Of which there are two main types. One being the wet shave, usually with a disposable razor, and the other being a dry shave with an electric device.
In fact, if it’s a close shave that leaves your skin as smooth as possible afterward that you are looking for, using a disposable razor along with skin conditioning shaving foam is usually your best bet. This is because the open blade on such a device gets much closer to the hair roots, some are even designed to lift the root as you pull them over the skin, meaning that they don’t just cut the hair at skin level, but below it. Of course, the benefit of this is that there is no hair left to keep the follicle open and create skin bumps giving you the closest shave possible.
Alternatively, you may wish to use an electric razor instead, as there are a myriad of options design for the removal of both men and women’s body hair. Of course, electric shavers can be incredibly convenient as they usually have large heads and automatically rotating blades. Something that means you can get a more substantial area done in less time.
However, they are often associated with a less than close shave, and can even be a source of skin irritation. Something that can make them much less suited for areas in which you want the best results possible.
Waxing & sugaring
The next hair removal methods to consider are waxing and sugaring. Both of these work by applying a sticky substance to the skin and then covering this with a strip so it can be torn off, taking the hairs with it.
There are some distinct advantages of using these types of method too. One, in particular, is the fact that because they remove the hair at the root your skin will be left smooth, and you will stay hair free for longer too.
Some people prefer to using sugaring over waxing because it is made from all-natural ingredients, namely sugar. However, it does need to be heated to precisely the right temperature and can be messy to apply, while it’s possible to get wax that is pre-applied to strips. This being something that can make it a lot easier and cleaner to use.
An excellent tip to remember if you are using wax, and not all of it comes off is to apply baby oil to the area. This will then dissolve, it and will also help to condition the skin underneath as well, making it a double win!
Laser hair removal
Another popular option for hair removal, come the summertime is to use an IPL or laser hair removal device. In fact, this method is very different from all of the others because the aim is to rid the section of body you are treating from hair for good.
To do this, you need to repeatedly treat small areas over time with the light or laser pulse that your device emits. In fact, it is unlikely that you will see dramatic results after just one or two treatments, so you will have to stick with it over the long term if you want this method to work.
However, it is worth noting that there are a range of devices on the market, and not all will be suitable for every hair color or skin tone. In fact, many don’t work as well on red or blond hair, or darker skin colors, which can be frustrating for many people.
Luckily, as laser hair removal machines are so expensive, you can find out which devices will match your needs the best by reading reviews like you will find here on All The Stuff online. Then you will be able to make an informed decision and ensure that your money isn’t going to waste.
Depilatory cream
One of the easiest ways to remove unwanted body hair is to use a depilatory cream, something readily available in most supermarkets and drugstores.
To get the best results, you need to apply the cream over the area that you wish to remove hair from and then leave it for the time stated in the instruction. The idea being that the chemicals in the cream will dissolve the hair and leave your skin smooth and fresh.
Sadly many people find that the more popular creams don’t provide enough oomph to really get to the base of the hair, something that can leave an uncomfortable and unsightly stubble.
They can also smell pretty pungent as well, which is another aspect of using this method that can make it less appealing. When you team this with the fact that some folks with especially sensitive skin can get an adverse reaction from using a depilatory cream, it is sensible that unless you find it works partially well for you, to source another option.
Leave it where it is
Lastly, it is essential to remember that leaving your body hair firmly in place is also an option to consider. In fact, there are various proponents from the feminist and body positive movements that suggest removing our hair just because it is what society expects of us is not the way to go.
Of course, it will be for every individual to make up their own minds on this front. Although, for many, the freedom from what can seem like a never-ending task of removing hair can be liberating, both regarding their time and concerning how they view their bodies too!
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