Varieties and features of epilation

Modern beauty standards require absolutely smooth and delicate skin from women. For many years, women have resorted to various tricks in the fight against unwanted hair. Today, thanks to science and technology, women finally have every chance to win the war with excess hair on the body. To help you understand all this variety of methods and techniques, we will talk about the most popular and common hair removal methods.

First of all, it is worth understanding what is the difference between epilation and depilation, since not everyone clearly understands the difference between them. Yes, both concepts mean the removal of unwanted hair, but at the same time they have a fundamental difference between both the methods and the result.

So, depilation is the removal of hair only from the surface of the skin by shaving (which is the cheapest and safest), or chemical exposure, that is, using a special cream containing dimethyl sulfoxide.

Epilation is the removal of hair from the root., which leads to a gradual weakening of the hair follicle and, consequently, to a further cessation of hair growth.

To better understand which method is right for you, let's get acquainted with different types and methods of hair removal, as well as with some companies that produce equipment or various means for getting rid of hair:

• Enzymatic hair removal is a method of hair removal with the help of enzymes (enzymes). A special agent is applied to the skin, covered with a thermal bandage and infrared radiation is directed at it for heating (when heated, the pores open, which ensures better penetration of the agent into the skin). After 30-35 minutes, the skin is cleansed of the product and the hair is removed with wax. The procedure is recommended to be carried out every 1-1.5 months.
• Ultrasonic hair removal consists of three stages - first, the hair is removed with wax, then a gel with active chemical components is applied, and finally, ultrasonic waves act on the skin. After hair removal with wax, the pores open up, so it is easier for the gel to penetrate into the hair roots using ultrasound.
• Laser hair removal method guarantees one of the most effective and long lasting results. It destroys the hair follicle and after 6-12 sessions (depending on the type of hair) almost stops hair growth, the rare hairs that appear will be thin and light, that is, almost invisible on the skin.

• Electrolysis - the most painful type of hair removal. The game is injected under the skin to the hair follicle and destroys it by means of electrical discharges.For epilation, different types of needles are used: those made from an alloy of nickel and chromium are the most painful, and they can also be used only on healthy skin; needles coated with Teflon reduce the risk of burns and pain; and the gold-plated nickel needles are for allergy-prone skin. For hygienic purposes, experts recommend buying your own needle and carrying it with you to procedures. Electrolysis is not suitable for the armpit and neck area due to the lymph nodes located in these places. It is not suitable for a deep bikini either - the high pain of the procedure makes it unbearable for the delicate zone, and even for other parts of the body, the use of painkillers is recommended. The effect of this method is long-term, but it leads to a gradual cessation of hair growth. After the procedure, the skin should not be allowed to come into contact with water for 24 hours, the use of cosmetics is contraindicated for 2 days, and it is forbidden to sunbathe or exercise for 2 weeks.
• "Qool" - This is the latest technology in the field of cosmetology. The principle of operation is the same as that of laser hair removal - the effect is light radiation, but, unlike a laser, it does not contact the skin, directing the beam exactly to the hair follicle (due to which the risk of burns is reduced to zero).

• Elos technology (combination of pulsed light IPL and radio frequency RF methods) removes any type of hair, combining electrical and optical energy at once. This technology is positioned by cosmetologists as the most effective and safe.In addition, the procedure also has a beneficial effect on the skin, increasing its elasticity and making it smooth and velvety.
• Soprano ICE Platinum - the latest device developed by the corporation Alma Lasers. Differs from previous generations in additional options "Super Hair Removal" and "In motion". Soprano Ice Platinum combines alexandrite, diode and neodymium laser technologies. In essence, this is the same alexandrite laser, operating in dynamic mode and having an additional nozzle, due to which the risk of burns is reduced to zero.
• SHR (Super Hair Removal), same as AFT (Advanced Fluorescent Technology) - brand names Alma Lasersused by Chinese firms, which is a gross disregard for the copyrights of Alma Lasers Corporation. The original products have red tips, in addition, all aesthetic centers with the original Soprano have the Soprano ICE emblem.

• Moveo - another dynamic high-precision version of the alexandrite laser, according to the Italian manufacturer (company DEKA) that combines all the best of laser hair removal and leaves behind all the shortcomings and limitations of this technology. The procedure is absolutely painless and even delivers pleasant tactile sensations. A plot of 10 square centimeters is processed in 10-20 seconds. Hair thins noticeably after the first procedure, and the full course consists of only 5-6 sessions.
• Iplaser technology allows you to remove hair without any mechanical or chemical action (does not require hair removal with wax or the use of a gel). The results do not depend on the phototype, but the method does not allow you to remove very light or gray hair.

• Lycon is an Australian company that produces a variety of hair removal waxes. Chocolate, strawberry, vanilla, apricot - this is not the whole list of Lycon waxes. In addition to the actual wax, the company also produces a variety of pre-epilation and post-treatment products that help prolong the result, as well as various accessories that increase the comfort and efficiency of the process.
• Quantum hair removal - this is not even a kind of photoepilation, but in fact the same thing. But in fact, this is photoepilation + advertising = ridiculously inflated price.

At home, shaving remains the easiest way to remove unwanted body hair. Although, due to the short duration of the result, it is worth trying other methods, for example, waxing, which is also not difficult, given the presence of a variety of ready-made products, which we will discuss in more detail a little later.

The use of electric epilators is widespread, although experts unanimously argue about their dangers. (ingrown hairs, blackheads and severe irritation are short list of epilator disadvantages).

Recently, shugaring has become very popular. The principle of the procedure is the same as that of wax (although shugaring is less traumatic for the skin) - you apply the mixture on the skin against hair growth and after a few seconds rip it off, only in the direction of hair growth. It is easy to prepare a mixture for honey shugaring on your own. To do this, you will need sugar (1 cup), honey and lemon juice (a quarter cup each).All the ingredients must be thoroughly mixed and put on a slow fire, immediately when bubbles appear, it must be removed from the heat, mixed and allowed to cool for a couple of minutes, then put on low heat again. The procedure should be repeated several times until ready (readiness is determined by the hardening of a drop of the mixture in water).

In this section, as promised, we talk about ready-made products for home waxing, which will significantly reduce the preparation time for the procedure, facilitate the process itself and, most importantly, take care of prolonging the result. So, a beautician's home kit (except for the epilator itself) includes:

• Products to prepare the skin for the hair removal process - for example, a Black Pearl coffee scrub is suitable for removing dead skin cells and releasing ingrown hairs, and hydrogen peroxide or a simple facial tonic for degreasing.
• Devices for epilation (cartridges and apparatus for melting the agent).
• Post-epilation care - involves rubbing the skin with an antiseptic and moisturizing the skin with special milk after epilation to slow down hair growth.

Let's figure out why we need devices, that is, cartridges and a heating machine. The former are convenient in that they themselves regulate the thickness of the layer applied to the skin, which is very important - too thick a layer cannot be removed, therefore, part of the hair will simply remain on the skin, and a thin layer will simply not cover all the hairs.The melting point is always indicated on the packaging of the product - a special apparatus will automatically melt the wax to the desired temperature, without it you will have to control it with a thermometer in your hand.

And finally, we will talk about the advantages of phyto-resin over wax:

• Phyto resin is easy to wash off with water. For wax, you need a special liquid.
• Resin does not need to be warmed up before application, unlike wax.
• Fitosmol due to the content of honey softens the skin and opens the pores, which, in turn, contributes to easy and painless hair removal.
• The longer the product is on the skin, the easier the removal process will be - in the case of wax, seconds count, it instantly freezes on the skin and it is very painful to peel it off.
• The use of phyto-resin eliminates hair breakage (removing them directly from the root) and skin irritation.

If you decide to carry out the hair removal procedure at home, read some rules to carry out the process without pain and side effects:

• Use a scrub to release as much of the ingrown hair as possible (excluding shaving - it itself has the effect of peeling the skin).
• After using the epilator, apply an antiseptic (alcohol-free) to the skin.
• In the case of waxing, cool the skin to reduce pain (wrap a bottle of frozen water in a kitchen towel and apply to the area to be treated).
• Do not neglect the simple rules when sugaring to avoid pain and ingrown hairs (apply against growth and rip off in the direction of hair growth).

Different parts of the body and face have different characteristics and features.For example, if you disinfect the skin with alcohol before plucking your eyebrows, and then run a piece of ice over it, you will avoid redness and inflammation. On the hips, hair grows the slowest, and the bikini area is the most tender and sensitive to pain.

During menstruation, the process of reconfiguring the hormonal background of the female body is underway, which reduces both the effectiveness of various cosmetic procedures and the pain threshold. And during pregnancy or breastfeeding, all types of epilation and depilation are contraindicated, except for shaving.

To prolong the effect of epilation and to maintain the smoothness of the skin for a long time, it is important to learn how to regularly care for it. Proper care includes weekly use of a scrub and daily moisturizing of the skin. Today, a huge number of post-epilation care products are produced that slow down hair growth. Choose the product that suits you and use it regularly. So you can prevent skin irritation, as well as solve the problem of ingrown hairs and save the result for a long time.

Some hair removal methods do not have any contraindications for tanning (even in a solarium) after the procedure - this is, for example, Moveo technology. But in most cases, it is better to play it safe and refrain from sunbathing for at least a couple of days. In the case of shugaring, a solarium is generally contraindicated both before and after the procedure for 5 days.

Taking a tan after a laser or photoepilation can cause burns, and also contributes to the appearance of unsightly blackheads.

Each technique for removing excess vegetation has its advantages, as well as disadvantages. Let's look at the advantages and disadvantages of each method separately.

Advantages:

• Fairly long lasting effect of smooth skin.
• Comparative painlessness.
• High efficiency.
• Maximum time savings.
• No ingrown hairs.
• Gradual cessation of hair growth.

Flaws:

• A small risk of burns for owners of dark skin.
• Does not "see" thin, light or gray hairs.
• You will not be able to sunbathe 10 days after epilation.
• Contraindicated in certain diseases.

Advantages:

• Promotes the production of collagen in the skin.
• The ability to carry out the procedure yourself at home.
• Long term result.

Flaws:

• Price.
• Burn risk.
• Suitable exclusively for owners of dark hair.
• May cause exacerbation of skin diseases and allergies.

Advantages:

• Painlessness.
• Removes thin and lightly pigmented hair.
• Absolute security.
• No contraindications to tanning.
• Absence of ingrown hairs.
• Persistent long-term effect.

Flaws:

• Not recommended for the bikini area.
• Waxing is required prior to the procedure.
• Price.

Advantages:

• Long lasting effect.
• The prospect of stopping hair growth.

Flaws:

• High soreness.
• Risk of burns.
• The appearance of scars.
• Not suitable for all areas.
• The complexity of post-procedural care.

Advantages:

• Easy to use at home.
• No ingrown hairs.
• Smoothness and velvety skin.
• Absolute security.
• Price.
• Gradually weakens the hair.

Flaws:

• pain of the procedure.
• Energy consumption.
• Sunburn restrictions.

Despite the fact that you always want to look good, there are several cases when you should refrain from carrying out any procedures. This is a period of hormonal adjustments (menstruation, pregnancy and lactation, taking hormonal drugs, etc.), painful conditions (although it is recommended to consult a doctor in all cases before epilation), severe stress, increased allergies or skin diseases (a consultation with a doctor is necessary) .

Since all hair removal techniques have their pros and cons, to make the choice easier, it is best to summarize all the features and see what outweighs the advantages or disadvantages in the end. A little higher, we got acquainted with the characteristics and the main positive and negative features of different methods. On this basis, some conclusions can already be drawn.

So, the best salon method can be called Moveo, as it has many undeniable advantages and almost no disadvantages. Sugaring is recognized as the best home hair removal method - firstly, it is safe and easy to use, secondly, it is highly effective, and thirdly, it consists of completely natural ingredients. The list of its advantages is so impressive that it easily outweighs the cons.

According to women who have experienced different hair removal techniques, laser and sugaring remain the most common and widely used methods, although recently the technology is gaining more and more popularity.Moveo". Absolutely all women who got rid of unwanted vegetation through this method note only its positive qualities and claim that “Moveo» is simply not. Due to its painlessness, efficiency, speed and lack of any restrictions, it is so perfect that it gradually leaves all other methods far behind.

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