Upper lip and chin hair can be coarser, so waxing or depilatory cream is a good choice as you don't get the stubbly regrowth associated with shaving. Do make sure that you choose products recommended for facial use. Longer term results can be achieved using IPL or laser, but bear in mind that home devices are only for use from the cheekbones down, and not for eyebrows.
These are both areas where the skin is more sensitive and looser than other parts of the body, which may well affect your choice. Shaving or depilatories are the obvious choice in terms of comfort, but waxing is also very popular.
I would advise visiting a salon and having the waxing procedure carried out by a professional, at least to start with.
Shaving is suitable for all areas of the body, is easy to master and you can cover large areas relatively quickly. Depilatory creams are most often used for legs, but can be used for back and chest. Just bear in mind that you are using strong chemicals on large areas of the skin and the process will need to be carried out pretty regularly.
Waxing or using an epilator is quick and effective for large areas such as back, chest and legs, leaving the skin smooth and hair free for several weeks. Obviously waxing your own back is problematic, so you will need help or to visit a salon. There is a technique with waxing, and it is important that you master it correctly to avoid skin damage, irritation and ingrown hairs. However, you will need time and patience, with ongoing treatments required to achieve good results.
All methods of hair removal can irritate sensitive skin, and it goes without saying that you will need to work out which products are suitable for you. IPL hair removal is not suitable for darker skin tones and may not only be ineffective but can also damage the skin.
Having said that, you will need to choose a depilatory recommended for thick, coarse hair if you need it. Waxing and epilators require a certain amount of hair growth, as already mentioned, and is not the most effective way to remove fine, light peach fuzz.
IPL is most effective for darker hair colours and not suitable for fair, white, grey or red hair. It would be too lengthy to outline all of them here for each method of hair removal, just make sure to read all precautions and safety advice before proceeding and always seek medical advice if you are in any doubt whatsoever.
For some, it may be that a trip to the salon for professional hair removal fits in well, whereas for others being able to slot hair removal in with their daily routine works better. Shaving, depilatories and epilators are all simple home hair removal methods that you can fit in when it suits you. Waxing and IPL can be done at home or at a salon and electrolysis must be carried out by a professional.
Do you want longer lasting results than depilation will give you, and is the pain of epilation therefore worth it, for the gain? For the past 12 months, I have been testing and playing with all sorts of hair removal products for Hair Free Life. My goal is to provide the most accurate and up-to-date hair removal consumer information on the internet. When I'm not photographing, reviewing and researching hair removal products I play the drums in a samba band and am a volunteer for the Swindon Lions!
Got any questions? Write to us below:. Please log in again. Depilation involves removing of hair from the surface of the skin. It does not involve pulling of the hair follicles right from the roots.
It usually involves the application of a chemically based cream on the surface of the skin. These creams break down the hair strands on the surface with their strong formula base and remove the hair. Such depilation involves chemical based lotions or creams. These products contain hair breaking down formula in them which soften the hair strands so they can be easily cut from the surface.
They do not reach your hair follicles, thus not are damaging to them at all. These creams sometimes can cause irritation as well. These can be allergic as well. So if you have sensitive skin type , you need to be very careful while using such creams. You must do a patch test before apply the product on all the area. As the name it self is enough to describe that it does not involve any kind of chemical based creams or lotions. Rather it involves tools that like razors and tweezers which cut the hair from the surface.
It involves lesser risk of reactions and allergies. So it is completely safe for the people with sensitive skin types. If we talk about the time period within which new hair come back, then chemical depilatories are good to go with. They allow hair follicles to grow slow than the non-depilatories.
So if you want to keep unwanted hair away for a longer period of time, then chemical based creams are way too better to be used. Epilation is quite a deeper way to remove your unwanted hair. It usually involves tools and products to remove the hair. Epilation is though a little painful process in comparison to the depilation. It pulls off the hair follicles from the roots, so you can stay hair free for longer. Another additional benefit of this method is that it makes the hair strands fine.
So the next time you get thinner and lesser hair. Just keep up with cleaning it and storing it properly to ensure it lasts. Before either removal, make sure that you gently exfoliate the area.
Do this a few days before your waxing appointment and any time leading up to your epilation. Neither process is super comfortable, so you might want to take an over-the-counter pain medication about 30 minutes beforehand. It also helps to avoid consuming alcohol or caffeine the day of your treatment.
After using an epilator, make sure to remove any lingering hairs to prevent infection. Moisturize the area to minimize irritation. Then, before putting your device away, clean it with alcohol. After waxing, keep the area moisturized to prevent irritation or any itching. You can return to exfoliation 24 hours after your appointment. Before the 24 hours, your skin might still be too sensitive or prone to ingrown hairs so be careful not to pick, exfoliate, or otherwise aggravate the skin.
Most importantly: exfoliate. For epilation, you can exfoliate at any point before you use the epilator. For waxing, exfoliate a few days before your appointment. Use an ingrown hair treatment or oil on the area to soothe and heal.
Given that the results are fairly similar, you can also expect results to last around the same length of time: 3 to 4 weeks. However, epilation might be able to pick up more of the finer, smaller hairs that waxing leaves behind. Both epilation and waxing are great hair removal methods for long-lasting effects. Remember that what works best for your friends or family might not necessarily work best for you. Just be safe with your hair removal, and the rest is up to you!
Jen is a wellness contributor at Healthline. She writes and edits for various lifestyle and beauty publications, with bylines at Refinery29, Byrdie, MyDomaine, and bareMinerals. When not typing away, you can find Jen practicing yoga, diffusing essential oils, watching Food Network, or guzzling a cup of coffee. Want to try DIY waxing? Use these tips to avoid burns, bumps, ingrown hairs, and get results that last.
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