The most effective way to remove hair permanently. Types of hair removal and depilation The best way to do depilation

Every girl wants to look irresistible, so many ways to take care of her body have been invented. Unwanted hairs can appear not only on the arms and legs, but also on the face and in the intimate area. A carefully thought-out image implies smooth skin; it is not surprising that recently people are increasingly resorting to various salon and home methods for hair removal.

In medicine, excessive hairiness is called hypertrichosis, and it is a fairly common occurrence. Can develop when:

• diseases of the endocrine system;
• frequent use of medications (usually psychotropic);
• active production of testosterone;
• after various head injuries (including brain tumors).

Hirsutism is another female scourge. Under this name lies the phenomenon when, instead of the usual soft, colorless hairs, “male” hair grows on the stomach, chin, and chest. It is tougher than usual and grows faster. This can occur due to benign neoplasms of the female genital area, for example, ovarian cysts, tumors, and disturbances in the functioning of the adrenal glands. And only one hair may appear, or maybe several. At the same time, it will constantly grow again in the same place if you simply shave it off.

Hardware hair removal methods

Different beauty salons are ready to offer many variations of hair removal, including:

• elos hair removal;
• laser;
• photoepilation;
• electrolysis.

Each option has its own advantages and disadvantages, which you need to familiarize yourself with before choosing. It must be remembered that before any of these procedures you should avoid visiting the solarium and the beach, with the only exception being electrolysis. In addition, it would be useful to first consult with a cosmetologist and dermatologist; perhaps the chosen method for some reason is not suitable for you.

Features of elos hair removal

This method promises complete hair removal forever. The technology consists of using two types of energy: electrical and light. Due to this, the method has the same effect on light hairs and dark ones. The process is painless, the patient experiences only thermal sensations. The hair follicles are destroyed by exposure, and the hairs gradually come out on their own.

• armpits;
• faces;
• shoulders and forearms;
• legs, arms;
• abdomen, back;
• intimate area.

The procedure is quite simple:

1. Two days before the scheduled session, all hairs are shaved off. Length no more than 2 mm is allowed.
2. Before the session, the body is disinfected and coated with a special gel. The client and cosmetologist wear dark glasses during the procedure. This is a mandatory condition for protection.
3. The applicator is placed at a certain distance from the desired areas of the body. When it works, the client experiences a slight tingling sensation.

There is no irritation after the procedure. This effect additionally promotes the production of elastin. But a positive effect is not always achieved with very thick hairs. In addition, the procedure is considered expensive and has a number of contraindications:

• oncological diseases;
• presence of tattoos;
• allergy to light;
• pregnancy, breastfeeding period.

Features of laser hair removal

A very popular option for getting rid of unwanted hairs. The procedure uses a laser, the rays of which penetrate the root, effectively destroying the follicle. On average, in eight sessions, hair removal is achieved forever.

Laser hair removal is prohibited for getting rid of hair in the ears and nose!

This technology is often used on the face, but other areas of the body can also be treated. Laser hair removal is divided into several types:

• Ruby method. Suitable for fair skin and dark hair.
• Diode. Suitable for the darkest tones of the epidermis.
• Alexandrite. The cosmetologist himself regulates the degree of impact. Suitable for all skin types.
• Neodymium laser. The most powerful option that works equally well with dark and light hairs, regardless of skin color.

The procedure is as follows:

1. First, the client consults with his cosmetologist. Possible contraindications are identified, and in their absence, the optimal method is selected.
2. Two weeks before the procedure, you cannot shave - the hairs must grow back and be at least 2 mm. A week before the procedure, creams and various oils are not used on selected areas of the body.
3. During hair removal, the patient and cosmetologist wear glasses. A month later the procedure is repeated.
4. If sensitive areas of the body are treated, additional anesthesia is used. This could be a stream of cold air or regular ice. This is agreed upon in advance.

Those with a low pain threshold will find the procedure painful. In some cases, skin burns and allergic reactions are possible.

Features of photoepilation

The technology is similar to laser, but there are differences. The hair follicle is exposed to light pulses. The hair falls out from such exposure and no longer grows in this place. The method is suitable for arms, legs, armpits, bikini area.

This technology guarantees getting rid of dark hair! Pulses of light will not have the same effect on light and red-colored skin.

The procedure is carried out as follows:

1. Participants in the session wear glasses. The specialist treats the desired area of ​​skin with a cooling gel.
2. Next, the procedure itself begins: the hairs are processed with a photoepilator. The procedure time directly depends on the area of ​​impact.
3. After the session, nourishing cream is applied. After a month and a half, the procedure is repeated. The number of sessions is assigned individually (no more than six).

One of the advantages is that fairly large areas of skin can be quickly treated. But the procedure is expensive. Burns may also occur after it. You should not resort to it immediately before your trip to the sea; after the session, the epidermis should be allowed to rest for several weeks.

Features of electrolysis

Electric current is applied to the hair follicles. This method is called the most effective. A thin needle is inserted into the place where the hair grows and weak current discharges are passed through it. Thanks to this, growth in the follicles will stop forever.

Electrolysis has only three subtypes:

• Thermolysis. Low voltage electric current. Requires a highly skilled craftsman.
• Electrolysis. Here galvanic current is used. A less painful option than thermolysis, but takes longer.
• Combination of thermolysis and electrolysis. During the session, the bulbs are heated. There is a risk of scarring.

Needles can be used differently. Each has its own advantages and features. The following types can be distinguished:

• needles made of medical alloy are used for healthy skin and for those patients who normally tolerate the electrolysis procedure;
• needles with Teflon insulation are used for skin with a low threshold of pain sensitivity; the advantage of such needles is that they do not cause burns;
• gold-coated needles are used mainly for allergy patients.

Five to six sessions are required to completely remove hairs. It is necessary to discuss painkillers with the specialist in advance. The procedure should be carried out exclusively by a competent specialist, then there will be no unpleasant consequences. Common phenomena include red marks on the hairs, but they will disappear on their own in a week, maximum two. If you calculate the current strength incorrectly, scars will appear. The method is contraindicated for use in the ears, nose and armpits!

Products to slow hair growth

If you do not plan to get rid of hair forever, then you can use various means to slow down its growth after hair removal. This is especially true before the beach season. You can use purchased products:

• Ingrow Go Lotion. It contains glycolic acid, propylene glycol, and alcohol. Use twice a day; problem areas are treated with a cotton pad for convenience.
• Hair No More Pack. This is a set of two products. First, a cream is used to remove vegetation, then a spray is used. The composition contains arnica, salicylic acid, St. John's wort extract. After epilation, it soothes the skin well.
• Lotion to slow down hair growth Cora. This is a domestic product. A pronounced moisturizing effect combined with the restoration of damaged skin. Available in the form of a convenient spray.

Photo gallery: products that slow down hair growth

Lotion Cora moisturizes and restores skin damaged after hair removal
Ingrow Go lotion contains glycolic acid, propylene glycol, alcohol
Hair No More Pack includes depilatory cream and anti-hair growth spray

In addition, you can slow down hair growth with the help of essential oils. The selected component is simply added to your everyday cream in the amount of two or three drops. For these purposes, they usually take jojoba, mint, and lavender oils. Ladies can experience the properties of such products for themselves. The maximum result is that you will need to resort to hair removal less often, the minimum result is getting rid of irritation and redness. You can prepare a cocktail from jojoba (ten drops), peppermint (two drops) and tea tree (four drops) oils. Apply to the steamed area immediately after shaving.

The use of oils is good for the skin, so it is worth using them on a regular basis. They are especially good at soothing the sensitive skin of the armpits and bikini area after depilation.

Folk remedies for hair removal

Not everyone trusts salon procedures and is looking for other options for getting rid of hair forever or at least for a long time. Among folk remedies, there are many time-tested effective methods.

Table: recipes for hair removal products

Means	Recipe	Usage	Frequency of application	Result
Ammonia + iodine	Mix 30 ml of alcohol, 5 ml of ammonia, 5 ml of castor oil, 1.5 g of iodine	Lubricates unwanted hairs	Twice a week is enough	After a couple of days, the hairs begin to fall out on their own.
Hydrogen peroxide	Mix a spoonful of the main ingredient with shaving foam (take the same amount), add ten drops of alcohol	Apply to annoying hairs, leave for fifteen minutes, rinse with chamomile decoction	One procedure per week	After two procedures, hair growth should slow down, and the hairs themselves will begin to thin out.
Ant oil	In its pure form, but can be mixed with the same amount of lemon juice for greater effectiveness.	Apply for fifteen minutes, rinse off	Three times a week	The hair becomes weaker and softer, over time the hair follicles are destroyed and the hair falls out forever.
Walnuts	In its purest form	Rub halves of unripe nuts onto problem areas	Twice a week	Over time, hairs will begin to fall out
Potassium permangantsovka	Strong solution	The skin is treated with a cotton pad soaked in the solution.	Every day until hair falls out	It destroys the follicle well
Turmeric	Three tablespoons of turmeric are poured with warm water to form a thick mass.	Apply for twenty minutes, rinse off	Twice a week	Affects hair follicles, hair first becomes thinner, then thins
Coffee with soda	Mix two tablespoons of ground coffee with a spoon of baking soda, add a little water to obtain a scrub consistency	Apply to the skin with light massaging movements, rinse with warm water after ten minutes.	Once or twice a week	Destroys hair follicles

Store-bought hair removal products

If you don’t have the time or desire to resort to folk remedies, then you can buy pharmaceutical preparations that help get rid of unwanted vegetation. Two products stand out in particular - Rivanol and Nuri.

They have their advantages and disadvantages. Before using this or that product, be sure to familiarize yourself with the contraindications.

Rivanol for depilation

The effects of Rivanol have not been fully studied by dermatologists, so there is no clear answer as to whether the product eliminates hair. But many people use a depilatory product, applying a thin layer to the hairy areas of the skin. If there is no redness or burning, then wait forty minutes. The procedure is repeated after two to three days. Two weeks is enough. No preliminary preparation is required, but it is advisable to steam the skin first.

Indications include the removal of fine hair on the face, but it is also used for other areas of the body. In medicine, the product is required to disinfect tissues, as well as to treat skin after injuries to prevent infection.

It is worth noting that on the packaging of the drug there is not a word about its use as a hair removal method. Therefore, it is worth conducting an allergy test before the procedure by applying a small amount of the product to a small area of ​​skin and waiting a day. The manufacturer warns in the instructions: the product should not be used if you have kidney disease or pregnancy. This should not be neglected!

Video: using Rivanol for hair removal

Nuri for depilation

The drug is made on the basis of various herbs, minerals, and Persian medicinal mud. The composition also contains talc, henna, and calcium. But the role of the epilating element went to barium sulfate, which has good enveloping properties.

The powder is suitable for depilation of all areas of the skin, because it also improves its condition. Suitable even for the intimate area. The drug has many advantages:

• blocking follicle activity;
• complete absence of pain symptoms;
• duration of the result;
• ease of use;
• the possibility of completely stopping the growth of excess hair;
• gradual destruction of the hair structure;
• soft peeling.

But you need to use the product correctly:

1. Take 50 g of dry product and mix with 50 ml of warm water. You will get a homogeneous paste.
2. It is applied to the skin, waited for five minutes, then the product is removed with a special spatula.
3. Residues are washed off with water, but soap or gel is not used. Just apply moisturizer after shower.

The quality of depilation will directly depend on skin type, hair length and frequency of use. For thick, fairly coarse hair, one time will not be enough; a full course of ten sessions will be required, with a break of five to seven days between them. But for light hair, up to five procedures are enough.

Contraindications include intolerance to the components and pregnancy, since the effect of the active composition on the body is unknown.

On the eve of summer, the question that comes to the fore among women is: which hair removal is the most effective? Smooth and well-groomed skin has always been the dream of every woman. Nowadays, men also appreciate depilation, since this procedure not only improves appearance, but is also hygienic. The ancient Greeks were the first to remove hair from the body. Egyptian pharaohs and famous queens Cleopatra and Nefertiti were fans of wax hair removal. Already in the ancient world, people removed hairs from the hair follicle. This method is the most popular in modern cosmetology.

The difference between epilation and depilation is expressed in one sentence: depilation is temporary, and epilation is permanent. This means that the depilation procedure removes only superficial hairs located on the skin. Epilation removes not only the hair, but also its root - the hair follicle. This allows us to hope that over time the hair follicles will be completely destroyed and hair growth in this area will stop.

Depilation with razor or cream

Suitable for everyone. It has no contraindications and can be easily done independently at home. Depilation with a cream gives an effect for a couple of days, while it is painless and takes 10 minutes. Shaving lasts even less, but the effect lasts 1-2 days. After the razor, prickly stubble begins to grow, and the skin in the areas of shaving becomes covered with red pimples and itches. These are not the only unpleasant consequences of depilation. After cream or razor you may have:

1. Ingrown hair. The process of hair ingrowth depends on the large number of layers of scales of the epidermal layer and its density. To avoid this, use a scrub a couple of days before waxing and a couple of days after it. This will remove dead scales that delay hair growth outward. If the hair has already grown in, then it is enough to steam the skin and use the same scrub or hard mitten.
2. Inflammation and irritation. If there is inflammation on the skin, then over the next few days you need to apply any anti-acne product. After the inflammation subsides, you can do a light peeling. To avoid this, shaving with a machine should be carried out only according to hair growth.
3. Allergy. Before depilation, any cream should be tested on a small area of ​​skin to exclude an allergic reaction.
4. Disturbance in the direction of hair growth.

Depilation is a quick solution to the problem of unwanted hair if you are on vacation or a business trip. It is always worth having a machine or depilatory cream in your purse for quick results. But for those who constantly care for their body, hair removal is more suitable.

Waxing

Waxing is the most effective hair removal of all times. From the times of ancient Egypt to the present day, the procedure has not lost its popularity. Humanity is coming up with new ways to remove hair. Some of them take root, some fade into history, but wax as a procedure remains in the same form in which Cleopatra used it. It is used on all parts of the body, despite the pain of such hair removal. The only downside is that not everyone can use waxing.

Waxing is prohibited for pregnant women, with varicose veins, in areas of skin damage, and for people with decompensated diabetes mellitus. The procedure cannot be performed on skin areas with tumors, moles, papillomas, warts and herpetic rashes. There is also very sensitive skin, when hot wax can leave a thermal burn. In this case, natural metabolic processes in this place are disrupted. If after this you also pull out the hair, then there is a high probability of inflammation, since regeneration is temporarily stopped.

Waxing can be done at home yourself. There are several options for the procedure:

1. Warm wax contained in a special cartridge. It's easy to apply and leaves your hands clean. Another convenience is that any area can be treated, since the shape of the cartridge is round and follows the shape of the body.
2. Hot, which is pre-melted and applied to the body with a spatula. This method is difficult to use independently, as it requires dexterity and skill. If you don't apply liquid wax with a spatula every day, it's unlikely you'll be able to do it without getting everything dirty.
3. Cold waxing takes longer and is painful.

To make waxing less sensitive, you need to remember a few simple rules:

• carry out in the afternoon - in the evening the pain of the procedure is less than in the morning;
• before the procedure, take a hot steaming bath;
• tear off the strips of wax as you inhale - this way you won’t notice any pain;
• red wine and good cheese before the procedure will help smooth out the discomfort.

It is important to remember that wax is applied according to hair growth and removed against it. 2-3 days after the procedure, it is necessary to exfoliate to avoid ingrown hairs. Facial hair is best removed using hot wax. The effect of vasking lasts more than a month, and new hairs grow thinner and lighter.

Sugaring or sugar hair removal

“Persian hair removal” removes hair in the same way as waxing, only with the help of sugar paste. Which one is more effective depends on the individual characteristics of the body. The fact that sugaring is hundreds of times more pleasant than waxing is a general opinion. Sugar paste is prepared from granulated sugar, lemon juice and water. The fact that the paste contains lemon juice already makes the skin softer and slows down hair growth. Using this method, you can remove hair from almost any area of ​​the skin: face, arms, legs, back and buttocks, armpits and bikini.

Sugar paste is selected depending on the hardness of the hair. The softer one removes the delicate fluff that grows above the upper lip in women. Medium paste is used on the shins and arms, back and armpits. Hard removes hair in the bikini area, since in these places the hair follicles are deep under the skin. If during waxing the hair length should be from 5 mm, then sugaring will remove shorter hairs. This is why the sugar hair removal procedure removes hair much cleaner than waxing.

There is also less discomfort from sugaring because the temperature of the sugar paste for hair removal is not higher than 36ºC, which is body temperature. For the same reason, varicose veins are not a contraindication for the procedure. But there are still contraindications:

• diabetes;
• low blood clotting;
• skin diseases.
• moles, papillomas, warts, they cannot be injured, as they degenerate into tumors.

A distinctive feature of sugaring is that the paste is applied according to hair growth and removed against it. This minimizes the risk of ingrown hairs. The procedure itself provides the skin with an additional light peeling effect, since when the paste is removed, it removes the surface layer of the skin from dead epithelial cells. The effect of sugar hair removal lasts for a month or longer. The skin becomes softer and looks more aesthetically pleasing due to the action of lemon juice included in the paste.

In the 21st century, almost anything can be done with a laser, even removing unwanted body hair. If you believe the advertising, in a few sessions the laser beam will completely remove hair follicles and hair growth will stop forever. This occurs because melanin, which is concentrated in the hair shaft and follicle, is able to absorb light waves of a certain length. The laser beam destroys the cells, blood and lymphatic vessels that feed the hair follicle.

This type of hair removal is indispensable for the bikini area and armpits, as these areas are difficult to reach for hair removal on your own. Another reason to choose a laser for these areas is contact-free hair removal. To remove the maximum amount of hair, it will take a long time: 4-6 procedures at intervals of 1.5-2 months. If you interrupt the course, your hair will begin to grow again, and your efforts will be reduced to zero.

The laser hair removal procedure is absolutely painless and does not take much time. You need to prepare for it, since the main effect of the laser is aimed at the pigment. 2 weeks before hair removal, you should not sunbathe, and when leaving the house, use a cream with UV protection. A couple of days before the procedure, you need to carefully shave the hair removal area. Repeat epilation after 1-1.5 months until the hair disappears completely.

Laser hair removal has many contraindications:

• diseases of the immune system;
• oncological diseases;
• decompensated diabetes mellitus;
• individual intolerance to the procedure;
• acute and chronic skin diseases;
• moles in areas affected by laser;
• phlebeurysm;
• tendency to form scars;
• pregnancy and lactation period.

After the procedure, consequences such as folliculitis, allergies, hyperpigmentation, herpes, conjunctivitis and other diseases may occur. In this case, laser hair removal is contraindicated. You should consult a doctor immediately. Today you can buy a home hair removal laser to carry out the procedure yourself. This is not recommended. It is best to have laser hair removal done in a qualified doctor's office.

Modern canons of beauty place high demands on a woman’s appearance. And one of them is smooth skin and the absence of unwanted hair. Cosmetology offers us many different ways to get rid of hair. Most of them can be performed independently at home, without the help of a cosmetologist. The choice of depilation method depends on the thickness of the hair, the places where it is located, the pain threshold, and your own preferences. Let's look at the most common methods of removing hair on the face and body.

Chemical depilation

Chemical depilation involves the use of special depilatory gels and creams that act on the hair structure, thin it near the skin and facilitate its easy removal. In addition, they also contain special substances that can penetrate the skin and delay their growth. It is necessary to apply the cream to the depilated area, hold it for a while (it is indicated on the packaging of the product used), and then remove them by running over the skin with a special spatula, which is often included with the cream.

The chemical depilation method has many advantages:

• The procedure is very simple and takes little time.
• No pain and the ability to use depilatory creams even on very delicate areas of the skin - armpits or bikini area.
• No blackheads, which, for example, remain after shaving.

Despite the large number of advantages, the procedure still has some disadvantages.

• You may be allergic to the components included in the depilatory cream.
• Ingrown hair. You can avoid this if you properly prepare your skin for hair removal and remember to scrub it regularly.
• Risk of irritation if the skin is very sensitive, the drug is too aggressive or you are allergic to it.
• It is impossible to achieve absolute smoothness of the skin. Some hairs remain and have to be removed with tweezers or shaved off.

The effect of depilatory creams is not very good. After a few days, the hairs begin to grow again, and a repeat procedure is required.

Shaving

Hair removal with a razor is the oldest and still the most popular method of hair removal at home. It is the simplest, cheapest and most painless way to get rid of unwanted hair. On the other hand, shaving has several significant disadvantages. First of all, it is fast hair restoration. The effect of the procedure lasts only 2-3 days, after which it must be repeated.

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In addition, you may encounter other unpleasant surprises, such as inflammation, itching, irritation, and the appearance of ingrown hairs. However, despite all the negative aspects of shaving, most women remain faithful to it and rarely use alternative solutions. The reasons are the low cost and simplicity of the procedure.

Depilation with an epilator is a method using an electric machine that does not cut the hairs, but pulls them out along with the root. This method has both devoted followers and a huge number of opponents. In recent years, epilators have undergone a complete technological metamorphosis. Manufacturers offer a huge number of depilation machines with different characteristics and types of attachments. Among this variety, it is easy to choose the most suitable and effective option, but one fact cannot be denied that has not changed - plucking hair along with the follicles causes pain.

Recent innovations have softened this effect a little. Special massage or cooling attachments are used, and there are depilators that can be used in water. However, discomfort still remains. And this method is recommended for people who have a high pain threshold. As a consolation, it is worth noting that compared to a razor, an epilator gives much better results. Hair grows much slower, and the effect of smooth skin lasts for several weeks.

Another disadvantage of using epilators is the problem of ingrown hairs. It happens that he does not completely pull out the hair, but breaks it off, which is why it begins to grow incorrectly and inflammation occurs. This problem can be avoided if you perform the procedure correctly and do not forget about preparing the skin for it, as well as caring for it after. Regular use of the scrub will also help you forget about ingrown hairs.

Waxing

Waxing is one of the most popular ways to remove unwanted body hair. The procedure can be easily done at home and will not take much time.

There are two types of depilatory wax and therefore two methods by which you can get rid of unwanted hair. These are wax strips and wax that requires heating. Another, more common name is cold and hot wax.

Cold wax is very convenient to use. It is sold in the form of strips of special parchment with a layer of wax applied. Before using it, you need to warm it in your hands and apply it to the areas to be depilated. It is important to apply the strips in the direction of hair growth, but you need to remove them in the opposite direction and in one confident movement. Otherwise, after the procedure, you will still have a lot of unplucked hair that will have to be shaved or removed with tweezers. Wax strips can be used not only on parts of the body, but also on the face, for example, for depilation of mustache, chin or cheeks.

Depilation with warm wax is very different from the cold method. The wax mixture is heated to a semi-liquid state and then applied to the desired areas of the skin. After hardening, the layer is torn off with a sharp movement against hair growth.

The disadvantage of wax depilation, as in the case of an epilator, is the painfulness of the procedure, as well as the possibility of irritation and redness on the skin. The experience gained over time will subsequently greatly mitigate these negative consequences. The first procedure is the most painful, the subsequent ones will not be so unpleasant, since the hair will become thinner and easier to remove. After depilation, it is recommended to use cooling creams that will soothe the skin and relieve troubles such as irritation, pain, and redness.

Hair removal with wax is strictly prohibited in the presence of diseases such as psoriasis, varicose veins, and acute acne.

Depilation with thread

The method of hair removal with thread was invented in Asia several hundred years ago, but it has only begun to gain popularity here in the last couple of years. Mainly used for . Its main advantage is the almost painless removal of hair from follicles, as well as a long-lasting effect of skin smoothness. The thread is used to create a special loop that grabs and pulls out the hair. Correct maneuvers make this method painless, but it requires a lot of practice. The disadvantages of this procedure include its duration and the need to have special, difficult skills. There are many training videos on the Internet on how to remove hair with a thread, but we would still advise you to go to a beauty salon for this, where a professional will quickly and confidently rid you of unwanted hair.

Sugaring, or depilation with sugar paste, is very similar to the waxing method. The procedure is almost the same. A special mixture is applied to areas of the skin, which hardens and then is removed along with the hair in one sharp movement. The difference between these methods is that in this case the hair is pulled out in the direction of its growth, and not against it. Thanks to this, you can avoid the risk of ingrown hairs. Another advantage of sugaring is the denser consistency of sugar paste compared to wax, which ensures more effective hair removal along with hair follicles.

This method can be used despite various skin diseases, such as psoriasis, eczema, as well as varicose veins. It acts delicately and still gives excellent results. Sugar paste can be prepared at home from water, sugar or lemon, or you can buy a ready-made mixture.

Depilation can be done in two ways:

• Make a ball out of the paste that you will need to roll over your body.
• Apply the paste to the areas to be depilated in strips, just like wax. In this case, it should have a semi-liquid consistency.

The smoothness of the skin is one of the factors in a woman’s well-groomed appearance and her beautiful appearance. This is why hair removal has become an integral part of self-care over the past decades. There are a lot of hair removal methods, and you can easily choose the one that is most suitable for you and will give the best effect. If the method you've used so far has been causing us problems for various reasons, then maybe it's worth trying others? Try, experiment, compare.

Vegetation on the body is what nature has endowed humans with and what in our time brings inconvenience to both women and men. And if it is enough for male representatives to shave their beard once every 3-4 days, then for the fair sex, removing unnecessary hair takes much more time and effort.

With the development of science and technology, many cosmetic procedures have become a pleasant pastime, but even modern technology is usually not able to protect against pain and irritation. At the moment, the main methods of removing excess hair are epilation (long-term or permanent removal) and depilation (temporary removal). Hair removal, which will allow you to get rid of the problem forever, is most often carried out in specialized institutions using modern devices and technologies. In fact, there are not many removal methods, so considering them will not be difficult.

1.: One of the most ancient and primitive methods. It involves plucking out each hair.

• easy to do on your own at home;
• cheap;
• effective. As a result of several procedures, the amount of newly grown hair is noticeably reduced as the hair follicle is destroyed.

• duration and monotony;
• soreness. Pulling out hair in places where the skin is especially delicate (armpits, bikini area) is practically impossible;
• high possibility of irritation;
• the appearance of ingrown hairs.

2. : A universal way to combat excess hair. There is a wide variety of special “women's razors”: with multiple blades, moisturizing strips, not to mention shapes, colors and sizes. Lotions and milk afterwards make the procedure more enjoyable.

• painless removal;
• without chemical effects on the skin;
• simple and fast way;
• low price;
• allows you to remove hairs in hard-to-reach places.

• short-term effect;
• irritation and redness due to insufficient hydration;
• cuts;
• the occurrence of ingrown hairs;
• possible stimulation of hair growth, as well as gradual thickening and increasing their rigidity.

3. Waxing: Waxing is called waxing. This is a fairly quick and convenient procedure, but it is also painful. Before using wax depilation, you should study three existing methods that differ in the temperature of the wax applied:

Cold. Basically, these are elastic strips with a thin layer of wax already applied, sold in ready-made form in the store. The strip is simply glued to an area of ​​skin, warmed up with the warmth of your hands, and then removed. A significant disadvantage is that it is impossible to remove all hairs at once; the procedure must be repeated.

Warm. The wax is heated until melted in a water bath, after which it is applied to the skin; hair removal occurs using cotton or paper strips against the direction of hair growth.

Hot. It differs from the previous method in the heating temperature of the wax; here it is 38-42 degrees. Due to the fact that under the influence of high temperatures the pores of the skin open, hair removal is more effective and less painful.

If methods 1 and 2 are suitable for carrying out, then hair removal using hot wax should be carried out in specialized salons. You should also take into account the fact that this method is prohibited for people with varicose veins.

Since the consequences can be very unpleasant (bruising, swelling), experts recommend carrying out the procedure for the first week after menstruation or choosing a waning month. To dilate blood vessels, and therefore reduce pain, you can drink 50 grams of cognac. Sometimes additional components (plant extracts) are added to the wax composition, which may have an anti-inflammatory, soothing or softening effect.

• relative cheapness;
• perfect removal of even short hairs;
• durability of the effect (up to 4 weeks);
• When used for several years, hair growth may stop.

• soreness;
• difficulty of use for very sensitive skin;
• ingrown hairs, and, consequently, irritation or even inflammation;
• possibility of growth of darker and coarser hairs;
• the appearance of irritation, which can last up to 5 days;
• inability to remove too small hairs.

4. Creams: The use of depilatory creams is classified as a chemical method. They dissolve the substance that makes up hair - keratin (protein), which leads to its separation from the surface of the skin. Expensive and cheap creams consist of the same components and the principle of their action is the same, so the result from their use is the same.

• painless;
• relatively cheap;
• can be used in hard-to-reach areas, as well as places where the skin is especially delicate.

• an allergic reaction is possible;
• the difficulty of dissolving proteins in thick hairs;
• Do not use for burns or damaged skin.

5. Sugar: Depilation with sugar is called sugaring. The principle of operation is the same as that of waxing. Sometimes sugar is diluted with lemon juice.

• very cheap;
• the effect lasts for 5-6 weeks.

• soreness;
• impossibility of use in hard-to-reach places (bikini and armpits).

6. Epilators: Electrolysis is quite popular nowadays, the variety of epilators is very large, but they differ, as a rule, mainly in the presence of additional functions: moisturizing, cooling, massage, pain relief, lighting. All this helps make the process of getting rid of unwanted hair more comfortable, but does not significantly improve the final result. On the one hand, up to 95% of hairs are removed during epilation, on the other hand, it simply tears half of the hair, injuring the skin.

• ease of use of the epilator;
• efficiency;
• relatively lasting result;
• the presence of various additions that help suppress pain, as well as special attachments for hard-to-reach areas.

• irritation, swelling and a large number of red dots;
• possibility of ingrown hairs.

7. Laser and photoepilation: A very effective method, since a few sessions are enough to almost completely stop hair growth on any part of the body.

Procedures can only be carried out after consultation with an experienced doctor, as there are contraindications: varicose veins, hypertension, ischemia, herpes, infectious diseases, as well as any skin diseases. Laser hair removal is more painful, but the hair follicle is completely destroyed. Photoepilation is a modern method, and it is also less painful.

Historical excursion

Many people know what Epilation is. Less common for those who know that the word epilation itself comes from the Latin - epilatio “hair removal”. The very concept of “modernity” at different times gave this noun a different definition. Let's briefly call it a phrase like “unwanted hair growth.” For example, in 4000 BC. e. men and women shaved their hair everywhere, because it was a sign of innocence. And I must say, very successfully, but they used highly toxic substances for this, such as arsenic and quicklime, which ultimately led to disastrous results.

But already by 500 BC. e. Roman ladies surpassed their predecessors in a more elegant and safer way - they learned to use pumice and even a primitive razor. As for men, it is impossible to determine exactly when they started shaving their beards. This probably started back in the Stone Age: there are cave paintings that depict a Neanderthal man using a shell as tweezers to pull out unwanted hairs. But the first razors found date back to 300 BC. e. It is believed that the founder of this fashion was Alexander the Great. Even if his role in what was happening is greatly overstated, he was still a supporter of shaving and helped popularize smooth faces in modern times.

Epilation in our time

Today, hair removal takes on a new meaning, as a routine or, more precisely, an obligation, a kind of good manners. And it is purely aesthetic in nature. The supply market is seething with an overabundance and diversity of offers. And understanding their real purpose can be, oh, how difficult and very costly and often with an unknown denominator at the end. Let's try to figure out together what is what. To do this, I propose to move in a certain order with the word proposed to us. If we open the Wikipedia dictionary on the page dedicated to hair removal, we will find that this Latin word has two interesting concepts: a synonym and a hyponym. So, a synonym for hair removal is depilation, the removal of the visible cutaneous part of the hair, and a hyponym (private entity) is bioepilation or hair removal using a product consisting of wax, resins and other natural-based ingredients.

So, we have three concepts: epilation, depilation and bioepilation. Now let’s see what the market for hair removal offers is like today. Diverse: of course, the first place is taken by the advanced developments of the new millennium in cosmetology - lasers, which undoubtedly have enhanced and expanded the possibilities in this direction. It must be remembered that if we say the magic word laser, then we should know:

1. That this is a high-tech development and requires professional handling, and therefore a doctor specially trained for this or that device works on it.
2. If a laser is used, then several procedures from 3 to 6 or 7 are required to achieve one task, depending on the severity of the problem.
3. The use of a laser carries some contraindications: such as cancer, acute inflammatory or infectious diseases that manifest themselves as skin rashes, herpes and, of course, pregnancy.

Types of lasers for hair removal

Returning to the list of lasers offered for hair removal today, several representatives of this type should be highlighted:

• Ruby laser
• Alexandrite laser
• Diode laser
• Neodymium laser

Now let's try to analyze and talk about each.

Ruby laser

The ruby ​​laser was the first in the list of which was assigned a role for hair removal, because it was able to absorb the color factor: dye and melanin. Therefore, it was used primarily for removing tattoos, age spots, and then hair. But in practice, when using this laser on dark skin, the melanin in the areas of laser exposure was destroyed, leaving behind a light spot on the skin.

Alexandrite laser

An alternative has become a powerful alexandrite laser - an alexandrite laser doped with chromium. The Alexandrite laser made it possible to epilate dark hair from dark skin. It was not effective for lighter and redder hair.

Diode laser

A more modern development is the diode laser. The diode laser is the third type of laser that is now actively used in modern cosmetology for hair removal. Powerful pumping with electric current and LED radiation allows you to effectively remove hair from very dark areas of the skin, which is very important for southern countries. But for the Central European and Northern European races it is very difficult.

Neodymium laser

The neodymium laser or Nd:YAG laser is the latest existing laser used for hair removal. It has a longer wavelength - and higher power. This allows the laser beam to penetrate deeply into the skin, more actively affecting the hair follicles. A particularly powerful wavelength allows for the removal of light-colored hair on any skin type, although the risk of inflammatory and pain reactions for particularly sensitive patients during removal has increased, because the main destructive factor is the rapid expansion of tissue when heated, or photothermal, when coagulation and charring occur (carbonization) or evaporation (vaporization) of the tissue.

Photoepilation

Everything deserves attention, but there is always something missing. Something more subtle and perfect. This is how the photoepilation method was born.

Photoepilation is based on the ability of hair melanin to absorb and conduct light. The energy of the light pulse absorbed by melanin causes heating - thermolysis (photothermolysis - in the scientific world) and destruction of the hair follicle, which ultimately leads to hair loss within a few days. Light flashes affect several bulbs at once. During photothermolysis, the hair is heated to 70-80 degrees Celsius, all the cells of the hair follicle die, including the cells of the hair papilla, so hair growth does not resume. But in other cases, the hair follicle was not destroyed, but was significantly damaged, resulting in its atrophy, the natural hair growth cycle was disrupted, and its thickness and degree of pigmentation decreased. Why not a discovery? Melanin is a pigment found in hair. But what should natural blondes, redheads or gray-haired inhabitants of the planet do?

Qool hair removal

We discovered Qool hair removal or the “cold” method of laser hair removal. The procedure received this name thanks to the English language (“cool” - cold), since in addition to the main thermal effect using light radiation, the skin is treated with cold and a neodymium laser. During Qool hair removal, there is a great impact on melanin (neodymium laser), which is why when working with dark skin, specialists reduce the laser power to avoid unfavorable thermal burns. Because of this, in such cases it is necessary to carry out several more procedures than usual. Also, this type of hair removal has a pronounced cooling effect, which has not been fully studied and has many contraindications.

AFT hair removal

AFT hair removal is a new generation of intense pulsed light with a wide spectrum of action. The word “AFT” itself is an abbreviation, which in its expanded form means Advanced Fluorescence Technology or advanced fluorescence technology based on a diode laser, developed by the Israeli company Alma. The essence of AFT technology is the use of a filter system that converts diode laser radiation into a spectrum. 700-1000 nm. The mechanism of laser action is polychromatic, which means that both melanin and hemoglobin are absorbed. But the question is, what would be the use of a more universal device, suitable for any type of hair and having less ability to provide thermal and infrared irradiation to the skin, because everyone understands that this does not add strength? Maybe then ELOS hair removal?

Epilation ELOS (ELOS)

ELOS in English means electro-optical energy. We are talking about devices whose technology combines the use of two types of energies: high-energy light (RF energy + diode laser) and bipolar electric current, and also has an active cooling system for the skin surface. Developed specifically by the American laser company Syneron. When exposed to light energy, the maximum heating of melanin occurs at a wavelength of 680-980 nm. Dark hair (black, brown), due to its high concentration of melanin, absorbs light very well, heats up to the destruction temperature and is easily removed by the device. Moreover, the procedure is completely painless, unlike other methods, due to the moderate impact of the diode laser and not intense cooling. In the case of hair removal of thin, weakly pigmented and non-pigmented hair, the applied light pulses of the Elos device are absorbed, turning into heat. The hair warms up almost to the very root, but is not yet warm enough to fall out. The effective RF current then finds a path of sufficient resistance, i.e. heated hair, destroying the root follicle forever. Through the cooling system of the skin surface, the tissue resistance increases, the RF current acts on the deepest and heated layers, which then leads to the desired result.

The use of additional RF energy from the Elos hair removal device is a huge advantage over other hair removal methods, removing any type of hair, regardless of the amount of melanin. In addition, the developers of this method use special high-energy light or RF energy to rejuvenate and improve the structure of the skin, skillfully combining it with other attachments to treat age-related skin atrophy and vascular formations. It should be noted that none of the types listed above has such a correct combination: non-aggressive effects on the skin and hair follicle and treatment of age-related skin changes!

Electrolysis

Also, the direction of hair removal includes electrolysis. This type of hair removal should not be attributed to the last century. By the way, it allows you to get rid of unwanted hair growth significantly and in a shorter time. And it helps with small areas of hair growth. A special electrical conductor (preferably a gold needle) is used to directly penetrate the hair follicle by hand (which requires considerable professionalism!) and destroy it with a low-intensity electric current. But there are sharply negative characteristics of this method - it is painful, although it is performed after application of anesthesia with special ointments or creams.

Enzyme hair removal

And the final representative of Epilation (impact on the hair follicle) is Enzyme Epilation - the effect on the hair follicles of special chemical preparations with enzymes. Enzymes are substances that affect all biochemical processes in the body. They destroy hair germ cells and stop their growth. This type of fight against unwanted hair combines the effects of thermotherapy and the unique properties of enzymes. In this case, both the root itself and the growth zone of the hair as a whole are destroyed.

Most often, this type of hair removal is carried out in courses. The cosmetologist will evaluate your skin's reaction to the impact, determine the number of procedures and the duration of each of them. The effect of the procedure lasts from 4 to 7 weeks.
Contraindications: cardiovascular diseases, pregnancy, bleeding, inflammatory processes, cancer, presence of a pacemaker. You should not do such hair removal on “critical days” and of course allergic skin reactions to one of the components! That is, the effect is comparable to deep chemical peeling. It must be recalled that the hair follicle lives outside the skin in the subcutaneous fat!

Depilation

Now it’s worth returning to the synonym for the word hair removal - depilation. And once again emphasize that depilation is the removal of the visible subcutaneous part of the hair! Let’s not confuse the two different concepts of hair removal and depilation; they are not the same thing!

The most common and economical method of removal is shaving the hair. Two types of razor, electric or mechanical in the form of machines (Gillette for women and men)

Bioepilation

Bioepilation is the removal of hair (the visible part of the hair and follicle) using a product consisting of wax, resins and other natural-based ingredients. And it is represented by the common method of sugaring (sugar molasses), wax bioepilation, thread bioepilation. This type of bioepilation allows you to part with unnecessary hair for two or three weeks. However, this procedure has a disadvantage: the hair is removed in one stroke, which causes blood flow to the surface of the skin and to the hair follicles, which stimulates the growth of even thicker hair in the future. Although many ladies prefer this method of hair removal.

Results: what type of hair removal to choose

Now, after a detailed analysis of all types of vegetation control, we will try to summarize.

The main issues of hair removal include:

1. Narrow-profile lasers, but only for people with dark hair types and dark skin, where there is a lot of melanin. And if you choose from them, the diode laser has the most intelligent qualities.
2. Photoepilation or photothermolysis, exposure to a light beam, again capable of absorbing only melanin. The blondes can only breathe.
3. A combination of thermal effects, namely cooling and neodymium, in other words the most powerful laser. Extremely careful, there are many contraindications.
4. The combination of fluorescent technology (capable of absorbing melanin) with a less aggressive diode laser (capable of absorbing melanin and hemoglobin) is not as universal for fair-haired and fair-skinned people, although with a more delicate effect on the skin!
5. Elos hair removal - the use of high-energy light capable of absorbing low melanin content, diode laser (melanin and hemoglobin) and bipolar current (to be on the safe side, coagulate especially colorless hair). Moreover, due to the presence of high-energy light or RF radiation in this device, a rejuvenating effect is also obtained, which greatly distinguishes its competitors that I have previously listed.
6. Electrolysis deservedly takes pride of place in permanent hair removal. But the sharp pain factor practically breaks everything. Therefore, it is applicable to a single hair growth (a woman’s chin)
7. Enzyme hair removal generally makes you think about a lot of things.

For such synonyms of the word epilation: as depilation and hyponym, as bioepilation, we will allocate a separate place within the framework of aesthetic care for the skin of the body and face, which bears an honorary medal with the profile of Alexander the Great and the inscription “Heritage of the Ages.”