At home Hair Removal: Which is Right for You?
Looking for the perfect hair removal to do at home? Follow these tips and find out the perfect hair removal solution for you.
Wax On Hair Off
Repeated waxing weakens the hair follicle, reducing hair growth, plus hair grows back finer and sparser, leaving your skin looking and feeling much smoother.
How Long Does Waxing Take?
Waxing sessions will vary depending on the individual, however legs take about 45 minutes, arms are done in 40 minutes, and a straight bikini in about 10 to 15 minutes. Skin should stay smooth and hair free for up to eight weeks.
Expert Tips
Wait until your hair is at least 3 to 5 mm long
Always ensure your skin is held taut before removing the backing strip
When waxing the bikini area, work on the one small area at a time
If skin becomes irritated, apply a cold press
Recommended Products
Veet Cold Wax Strips Leg and Body
DIY Friendly and perfect for first-time waxers, these strips dilver silky smoothskin for up to four weeks. Soothing almond oil makes it suitable for sensitive skin types, plus no preparation is needed.
Nad’s No-Heat Hair Removal Gel
The original and much loved gel gets unwanted hair out by the rootsleavingskin smooth for weeks. Its is easy to use: it melts with body heat and washes away with water. Its perfect for legs, bikini line, under arms and arms
Dream Creams
Depilatory creams are completely painless and are also easy to use. They work by breaking down hair with a high pH substance, which reacts with the hairs natural protein structure. Depilatories are able to dissolve the hair you can see above the surface, as well as the hair in the pore, so it takes longer for hair to grow back.
How Long Does Depilatory Creams Take?
The process of breaking down hair usually takes between three and 15 minutes, but this may vary depending on the product and the coarseness of the hair.
Expert Tips
To prevent a skin reaction to the cream, test a patch of cream to the area you wish to remove the hair from 24 hours before. If your skin has no reaction, you can proceed with the hair removal.
Always use a cream tailored to the specific area of the body you are targeting.
Application matters – a thick, even layer of cream will give best results.
Recommended Products
Nair Shower Power Exfoliating Hair Remover Exfoliating Body Cream
Save loads of time with this fast-acting hair removal cream – it works in just three minutes – skin renewel microbeads to remove hair and exfoliate while you shower. It easily rinses off with the specially designed sponge, and is ideal for legs and bikini area.
Veet In Shower Sensitive Formula Hair Remover With Aloe Vera And Vitamin E
The moisturing formula only takes five minutes to do its work, and it’s removed with the perfect touch spatula. No nicks, no ingrown hairs – just perfectly polished legs up to twice as long as shaving.
Close Shave
Shaving involves a lather of soap and a quick flick of the razor. It’s so simple, and although the results don’t last as long as waxing or creams, it’s great for a last minute fix. Shaving is easier and more effective if you use gentle strokes – the lighter the touch you use the better the shave you’ll achieve. By using light pressure and a fresh blade, you will also prevent cuts.
How Long Does Shaving Take?
Shaving can be sure fast, but remember you’re working with a sharp razor blade. Expect a careful shave on your legs, underarms and bikini line to take 10-15 minutes.
Expert Tips
The best way to avoid in-grown hairs is to wash and exfoliate the skin before shaving. This softens the hair and prepares it for the shave. It is recommended that you use a shaving gel and shave in the direction that the hair grows to shorten the hairs, then work against the grain to finish.
Recommended Products
Gillette Satin Care Pure and Delicate Shave Gel
The ultimate accessory for all shavers: this gel is enriched with calming vitamin E and aloe vera for decreased irritation. And you’ll only need to use a drop at a time, as it lathers up beautifully to create the perfect base for your razor.
Schick Quattro For Women Trimstyle Razor & Bikini Trimmer
This is a two-in-one razor and bikini trimmer – with all parts battery operated and waterproof – this is safe to use in or out of the shower.
