A Comparison of Temporary Hair Removal Options
No matter how much body hair you have, removing it is likely not on your list of best ways to spend your evening. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the veritable cornucopia of hair removal options on the market, and false promises by these products’ manufacturers can give way to nasty bumps, skin irritation, and loads of stubble. So what’s the real deal on hair removal? At long last, here’s an honest, hype-free comparison of the available options.
Shaving
Shaving is typically everyone’s first experience with hair removal, making it an easy and relatively simple go-to option. On the plus side, shaving is cheap and relatively safe. You’ll also be able to get smooth skin without any special skill or effort. It’s easy to take off your hair with shaving during a frenetic and rushed morning, making shaving an ideal choice for the chronically stressed. But shaving can also wreak havoc on your skin, causing razor burn, ingrown hairs, dry skin, and generalized irritation. It’s a short-lived solution because it removes hair just at your skin, not at the root, which means you’ll have to do it every few days or more. Shaving is also a poor choice for facial hair, because it can give rise to nasty stubble and even the dreaded five o’clock shadow.
Plucking
Ideal for the errant stray hair and minimalist hair removal projects, plucking is virtually free, requiring only a pair of tweezers. It also lasts longer than shaving because it removes hair at the root. Although it’s painful, it’s unlikely to lead to dry skin or breakouts and ingrown hairs. However, it’s not a practical strategy for most people because it can be extremely time-consuming and doesn’t work well for removing large patches of hair. Leave the plucking for your eyebrows and other small areas.
Depilatory Creams
Depilatory creams dissolve hair just under the skin’s surface, leaving you with longer-lasting smoothness. You won’t get razor burn with a depilatory, and application is fairly easy, though it does require some waiting. However, depilatory creams have a notoriously foul odor, and many people experience skin breakouts and burning immediately after using them. Moreover, depilatory creams work best on fine hair. People with thick, coarse hair may see only some hair removal, leaving them with peach fuzz and stubble they’ll have to find another way to remove.
Threading
Threading uses fine strings that look a lot like dental floss to forcefully pluck out individual hairs. An excellent option for eyebrows and other small, localized patches of hair, some people find that threading is less painful than waxing. You won’t have to apply any chemicals to your skin during threading, making this hair removal option a good choice for people with sensitive skin. However, threading is typically too time-consuming for large patches of hair, and it can be messy. Because the threads don’t tightly grip the hair, hair tends to fall after it’s plucked, potentially leaving you with hair stuck to your makeup or skin lotion until you can shower. Because threading plucks hair at the root, it lasts longer, but it can also be painful.
Waxing
Waxing has quickly become the gold standard in temporary hair removal because it lasts several weeks and is less likely to cause ingrown hairs and red bumps than other forms of hair removal. You can wax at home or enlist the services of a professional, and can quickly remove large patches of hair, making wax a good choice for virtually every area of the body.
Of course, because waxing rips hair out at the root, it can be painful. Some people also experience reactions to the harsh chemicals in some waxes. VidaSleek aims to offer an alternative to this frustration, with a natural product free of harsh chemicals that you can easily use at home. VidaSleek is an excellent alternative to traditional waxes for people with sensitive skin, and some people even find that waxing is less painful with our product. You can learn more about VidaSleek here.
