Remove Unwanted Hair

In the pubic area, many people may not want to remove all the hair but only have a clean bikini line. In that case, going for a bikini wax is a good idea. Though you may find DIY kits in the market, it may be better to go to a salon than try do it yourself. Why? Well, working in between your legs can get quite difficult. Unless you are a contortionist, it can be very awkward trying to get the right angle. It can be more painful too. If you decide to go to a salon, make sure you use a salon which is hygienic and one which uses disposable waxing strips. Let the lady know if the wax is too hot for your skin. You may experience redness even after the treatment is over. If your skin is too sensitive, apply a cold compress (ice) to soothe the area and wear comfortable innerwear. Properly done, the hot wax treatment will leave your skin feeling soft and smooth for weeks after the initial pain. There are the different types of wax for the bikini area.

How do you determine which ingredients to try at home? Turmeric is a very ancient herb with lots of medicinal qualities. It is also great for skin. Nettle also has great qualities; however, it can itch the hell out of you. It is claimed that nettle and tumeric powder mixed together is a good home remedy for removing unwanted hair. However, others say this this just isn’t true.

Keep in mind, natural home remedies will take longer to show the claimed results, so a bit of patience is required. But the payoff is that, if they work,  since there are no chemicals in these natural ingredients, there are no side effects either.

As you know, chemicals in many creams can cause irritation, allergies and darkening of the skin.

For this home remedy, you will need about 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. “Squeeze the juice of one lemon.  Stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar and half a cup of warm water. This will form an acidic liquid that you can apply to your face with your hands. Apply it in the direction that the hairs are facing, and let it sit for about 20 minutes. You’ll feel your skin getting stiff and crackling. After 20 minutes, wash it off with warm water, using a gentle rubbing motion. This will help to exfoliate your skin and ensure the lemon juice/sugar mixture is absorbed into the follicles.”

Here’s another one, “Crush half a cup of papaya into a thick pulp, and mix half a tablespoon each of gram flour and turmeric powder. Add in two tablespoons of mustard oil, four tablespoons of aloe vera (gel or raw), and a couple of drops of peppermint oil.Apply the mixture to your skin, and let it dry. After about 20 minutes (15 for those with sensitive skin), rinse it off with warm water. This will help to lighten your body hair and prevent the hair follicles from re-growing.After your skin has dried, use a natural moisturizing cream to reduce dryness and protect the skin.”

Some even claim that, “White pepper and camphor cause a burning sensation when used on sensitive skin, but don’t worry, this just means it’s working.”  Some even recommend using kerosene with this method, but don’t do it. Kerosene is highly flammable even in small amounts. You can burn or blow yourself up. And  kerosene will blister or otherwise damage your skin instead of repair it.

In conclusion, there are many home remedies out there for removing unwanted hair. There are also many advertised products and gadgets for doing the same.If you try one of the home remedies, you’re on your own. But beware of things which sound too good to be true. Check out what the  FDA has to say on the subject. While they recommend consultation with a healthcare professional, the FDA also offers some tips related to the most common methods of hair removal. Lasers effectively destroy hair follicles. However, the skin numbing creams associated with those treatments can cause health complications. Also, you can remove unwanted hair with electrolysis because electrolysis also destroys hair follicles. According to the FDA, “Electrolysis is considered a permanent hair removal method, since it destroys the hair follicle.” However, there can be potential  associated risks from scarring. Here are some devices which should be explored for their potential success in removing unwanted hair. 

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