How to Remove Unsightly Body Hair

Unwanted hair? No problem. There are several options to choose from that will safely, and in some cases permanently, get rid of it. You may want to experiment with a few of them to decide what works best for you.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Body Lotion
• Electric Razors
• Eyebrow Tweezers
• Epilatory Body Wax

1. Shave it. Shaving is a popular way to remove unwanted hair, although hair tends to grow back quickly.

2. Use a depilatory product, which temporarily removes hair by chemically dissolving it. When purchasing a depilatory product, be sure it is formulated for the area of the body on which you intend to use it. Do a sensitivity test before using it on large areas, and follow directions carefully.

3. Consider waxing every 4 to 6 weeks, in which you apply hot or cold wax to an area of the skin with unwanted hair. The hair adheres to the wax and is removed when the wax is peeled off. Because waxing removes hair at the root, regrowth occurs slowly.

4. Tweeze it. Tweezing removes hair at the root, but is not practical for large areas of hair.

5. Think about electrolysis. Using an electrical current, this process can remove some hair permanently by destroying the hair follicle. Home electrolysis devices are available, but most people opt for professional treatment. Large areas of unwanted hair may require several sessions.

6. Laser it. Laser treatment destroys hair follicles, but may not result in permanent hair removal. Laser treatments should be performed by a licensed professional.

Tips & Warnings

• You may wish to talk to your general physician or dermatologist for a recommendation of an appropriate hair-removal method.

• Laser treatments and electrolysis can be expensive. Find out their levels of success before you invest.

• Nearly all procedures for hair removal cause some kind of discomfort or skin reaction. Consider all options before proceeding.