5 ways to get rid of hair
Hair removal is one of the most common self-care methods, whether for aesthetics, convenience, or health and hygiene reasons.
In the past, hair removal could be done by yourself, such as shaving or plucking. However, with the development of technology today, there are many more hair removal methods to choose from.
There are 5 main popular hair removal methods as follows:
1. Remove hair by shaving.
Shaving is a temporary hair removal method that many people have probably tried before. It is the easiest and fastest method. It can be used to remove hair from any part of the body, but the results are seen in a short period of time. Within just 1-2 days, the hair will start to grow back.
Doctors do not recommend shaving unless absolutely necessary because it can have long-term negative effects on your skin. It makes the new hair grow harder and thicker, which increases the chances of ingrown hairs. Also, if you are not careful, you risk getting a wound. If the razor blade is not clean, it can cause infection.
2. Hair removal by plucking
Hair removal by tweezing uses a tool called tweezers to pluck hair from small areas such as armpits, eyebrows, and facial hair. This method can be done by yourself, is convenient, and the new hair grows back slower than shaving, but plucking is more painful.
In addition, plucking hairs, if done incorrectly, can cause inflammation of the hair follicles, swelling, redness, skin irritation, or if the hair is not completely pulled out, ingrown hairs may occur. Leaving it for a long time can cause chicken skin bumps, especially in the armpit area, where it is most noticeable. It can cause a loss of confidence when having to show off your arms or wear sleeveless or short-sleeved shirts.
3. Remove hair with an electric epilator.
Using a mechanical epilator is easy to find and comes in many models. It can remove multiple hairs at once by using the head of the machine with small tweezers or metal plates to pull the hair out of the follicle. It is similar to plucking with tweezers but is faster and can remove hair over a larger area.
However, using an epilator also risks causing ingrown hairs. Therefore, you must choose a standard machine, which will be expensive according to its quality.
4. Hair removal by waxing
Waxing is a popular temporary hair removal method in Thailand. There are two types to choose from: Cold Wax and Hot Wax. They have different usage methods as follows:
- Cold wax is usually available in the form of wax strips, which are convenient for waxing at home. It does not need to be melted or warmed before use like hot wax.
- Hot wax is a waxing method that uses warm wax to apply to the area where hair is to be removed, then waits for it to dry and quickly removes it with a cloth.
Waxing is a method that can remove hair to the roots. The hair grows slower than shaving, but it is more painful. It should be done by someone who is experienced because if it is not pulled properly, it may cause skin inflammation and irritation. If done frequently, it risks causing inflamed hair follicles, swelling, and ingrown hairs.
5. Remove hair using hair removal cream.
Using hair removal cream is a temporary ทางเข้า ufabet hair removal method using a product that contains highly alkaline chemicals that can dissolve the keratin protein in the hair.
When applied and rubbed off, the hair will fall out on its own. It is commonly used on arm or leg hair. It is not recommended for use on other areas with sensitive skin, such as pubic hair and mustache hair.
The advantages of this method are that it is inexpensive, easy to buy, and does not hurt at all. However, most hair removal creams often have a strong chemical smell. And there is a warning that it may irritate the skin, especially for people with thin or sensitive skin. It is recommended to test on your own skin to see if there is an allergic reaction or irritation before using it for safety.