Hairstyle World Article for Women

Other methods of hair removal

June 15th, 2006

After shaving for a while, many people tire of the regular shaving grind, and wonder if there’s an easier way to get a smooth scalp.

I did some checking online, and I don’t think there’s really an easier way to get a nice smooth head. But there are other ways.

Please keep in mind that while these other methods may work, they all have what I consider to be substantial drawbacks; I don’t recommend any of these methods personally.

There are a number of methods available to remove hair from the body. Shaving is the easiest, quickest, and cheapest of these methods; it’s also the one that lasts the shortest period of time.

Electrolysis and laser hair removal are supposed to be permanent in effect, as they destroy the hair’s root. Electrolysis can be painful, can result in scarring if not performed properly, and can take a long time. Laser hair removal works best on people with light skin and dark hair, is quicker and less painful than electrolysis, may require several treatments, and isn’t guaranteed to be permanent.

Waxing, sugaring, tweezing, and threading work by literally tearing your hair out. It can be somewhat painful. The results last about 3 to 8 weeks. For these methods to work, your hair has to be at least a certain length, or there’s not enough to grip.

Depilatories (like Nair or Neet) work by disolving your hair. You apply the depilatory, wait until the hair is eaten away, then wash off the gunk. The chemicals may irritate the skin, and they can stink. The results can last for days, maybe up to 2 weeks, but it varies.

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