All about leg hair removal
Getting rid of unwanted leg hair is quite difficult. Nowadays girls are using various methods to cope with this problem. Of course, modern techniques allow you to achieve the desired results. But it happens that you need to try quite a few methods to find your best option. Today, legs are epilated not only at home, but also in beauty salons. Moreover, experts offer methods that guarantee long-term hair loss. In this article, we will get acquainted with the popular types and techniques of hair removal.
Peculiarities
Many women turn to leg hair removal. Their goal is to get rid of unwanted hair completely, as well as to make the legs more attractive. Leg epilation includes the removal of the hair shaft and hair follicle. The procedure starts from the thighs and ends with the feet. Usually, the hairs are most noticeable on the shins.
You should understand the difference between epilation and depilation. Epilation consists in removing the hair shaft along with the bulb, but depilation includes only a cut of the hair shaft, while the bulb remains intact, so the hairs grow back rather quickly.
How to Prepare?
The preparatory phase is very important. Initially, it should be understood that procedures that allow hair removal should be stopped beforehand. So, you need to abandon the use of tweezers and wax depilation, since these procedures negatively affect the condition of the hair follicles. During the epilation, it is the follicles that are affected.
In addition, about half a month before the epilation procedure, you should stop being in the open sun, and also completely forget about the means for creating an artificial tan. About a week before the procedure, it is recommended to give up cosmetics that include alcohol components.
It is imperative to remove hairs 48 hours before epilation with a regular razor, since hairs longer than 2 mm get very hot when exposed to the laser, and this can lead to burns on the skin.
Types and technique of procedures
Today, a fairly large number of types of leg hair removal are presented. Let's consider the most popular solutions.
Laser hair removal
This procedure takes place using light exposure. The laser beam negatively affects the follicles that are in an active state, while the soft tissues remain intact. It is worth noting that the light does not have any effect on the bulbs in hibernation mode. For this reason, it is recommended to perform a second epilation procedure after a month. To permanently get rid of hairs on the legs, 4-6 procedures should be performed.
Depending on the color of the hairs, the type of laser is selected. So, to remove light hairs, you need to act on the vessels that feed the bulbs. To get rid of dark hairs, you have to work through the melanin pigment.
Laser hair removal has a number of contraindications, namely:
- pregnancy;
- diabetes;
- diseases of the skin.
The complex of laser hair removal procedures allows you to forget about unwanted hairs for up to 5 years. The disadvantages include the high cost of the procedure.
Photoepilation
This procedure is performed using the use of light pulses. Dark hairs contain melanin, which absorbs light pulses. Further, the light turns into heat, which negatively affects the hair follicles, which are in the phase of active growth.
It is recommended to do 5-7 procedures to achieve the desired result. After a full complex, you can forget about unwanted vegetation on your legs for about 3-5 years.
Usually, after photoepilation, it is forbidden to visit the sauna, pool or sunbathe. The price of the procedure is 3 thousand rubles.
Electrolysis
This type is quite popular and effective. Thanks to the electric current, hairs are removed... The electrodes are presented in the form of a needle. It enters the bulb, and due to the high temperature, it is destroyed. Many experts are of the opinion that electrolysis is the most effective among other types, since it allows you to get rid of hairs forever. The course includes 4-6 procedures. It is not recommended to perform the procedure in the following cases:
- diabetes;
- pregnancy;
- varicose veins;
- the presence of a pacemaker.
The price of electrolysis is 5 thousand rubles.
Enzyme hair removal
This procedure removes hairs by using special enzymes called enzymes. They are applied to the skin, then they are absorbed and destroy the follicles by preventing the supply of nutrients and oxygen to them. Usually this type is combined with wax hair removal, then the result exceeds all expectations. Enzymatic hair removal can be done only once a month.
This procedure should be abandoned in the following cases:
- diseases of the skin;
- expecting a baby;
- individual intolerance to enzymes.
The price of the procedure starts from 2 thousand rubles.
Bioepilation
This variant has been known since ancient times. It allows you to maintain smooth skin for up to a month. Bioepilation is hair removal with sugar or wax. Today on sale are ready-made kits that allow you to use both cold and hot wax.In addition, usually such kits include additional products that provide softening and moisturizing of the skin.
If we consider cold wax, then it is already located on special paper strips. They should be rubbed with your hands before use, and then applied to problem areas, smoothed and plucked sharply against hair growth. This option refers to painless methods.
If we are considering hot wax, then it must first be prepared before use. The wax is heated in a water bath until it acquires a liquid consistency. Then it is applied to the skin with a spatula.
If the procedure is performed at home, then initially fabric strips should be prepared, they will be used to fix the wax. When the hardening process takes place, the strips of fabric begin to tear off against the growth of the hair.
Many girls prefer bioepilation with sugar. This procedure is called shugaring. This option does not differ in the way of use from waxing, but a different composition is used. For sugaring, a mixture of sugar, water and lemon juice is used. It is safe because it does not contain preservatives. It can be used even while carrying a baby or breastfeeding.
Bioepilation is performed not only by yourself at home, but also by a professional in the salon. But if for home use the cost of material is about 500 rubles, then in the salon this procedure will cost 2-3 times more.
Many girls use an epilator, which is equipped with a special roller that captures the hairs and pulls them out along with the bulb. So that the procedure does not bring uncomfortable sensations, many modern models are supplemented with a cooling system and a variety of attachments. The electric epilator is mainly used up to the knee, since the hip area is characterized by increased sensitivity. It is worth remembering that there are limitations to using the epilator.
Skin care after hair removal
If you performed hair removal in a beauty salon, the master will immediately apply a softening and soothing cream to your skin. If you did your hair removal at home, then you should definitely anoint your skin with cream. The effectiveness of the procedure will depend on skin care after hair removal.
It should be noted that hair removal by any method is stressful for the skin, therefore the best remedy is natural coconut oil, since it perfectly soothes and also relieves irritation. With its help, you can quickly get rid of red spots, and the skin will regain its original appearance.
It is undesirable to use products that contain glycerin after hair removal. This substance clogs the pores, resulting in ingrown hairs. Experts advise to apply the scrub after a few days, then ingrown hairs can be avoided.
After epilating your legs, you should adhere to the following recommendations:
- do not sunbathe for a week;
- during the first days, do not visit the sauna, bathhouse or pool;
- do not visit the gym for a week if electrolysis was used.
