Hair removal for men

In past centuries, it was believed that a man should be brutal and rude, as they say, "look a little better than a monkey." However, over the past decades, the perception of the male body and appearance has changed dramatically. Now hairy legs and chest are not a measure of masculinity, therefore, in most cases, the representatives of the stronger sex are seen by society without dense vegetation. But not all young people can boast of smooth skin, so many of them seek to get rid of hair in a variety of places, from the face to intimate areas. The most popular procedure at the moment has become men's hair removal, which has already ceased to be a shameful curiosity. According to statistics, the number of men who want to remove their hair has increased several times in recent years.

Before understanding the specifics of the procedures that help to remove body hair, let's see how epilation differs from depilation. Parsing the terms is important because this is a fundamental issue in the topic of getting rid of vegetation.It must be remembered that hair removal is impossible forever, you can only get rid of vegetation for a certain period of time. It is determined by the way the procedure is carried out. The effectiveness of the procedure and the duration of its result depend on the techniques and methods used, this is also affected by the stage of hair growth, during which it is decided to use epilation. It is at the moment of hairline growth that it is worth turning to their removal, since at the so-called moments of transition and rest, the procedure will have a zero effect.

Epilation is the removal of vegetation with the root by various methods: for example, laser hair removal is used specifically to completely rid the skin of hair. In this case, the hair follicles, which are responsible for hair growth, are destroyed. It is easy to guess that depilation is only a partial removal of the hairline, more precisely, that part of it that is above the epidermis. Shaving and depilatory creams are used in this method.

From a technical point of view, the removal of unwanted vegetation from the body of boys and girls is almost the same, only the power of the devices used may differ, but this difference is not significant and not critical, because the essence of the procedure is the same. However, the reasons for holding such sessions vary considerably. Different types of hair removal are shown to those who:

• He is fond of sports and likes to show off his muscles. This will be especially true for athletes who must comply with the requirements for competitions. For example, swimmers are required to remove hair on their chest and legs, and bodybuilders - on the whole body.
• Not only artists and models take care of the beauty of their bodies.Many men tend to think about how ugly and untidy look "thickets" on the chest or in intimate places.
• Observes corporate etiquette, because there are quite strict requirements for the appearance of employees.
• It is prone to a high level of sweating, which is quite pronounced in the summer. For example, removing underarm hair will help prevent bad odors and wet stains on clothes.

• Take care of your health, because epilation allows you to get rid of bacteria that exist mainly on the hair. To a greater extent, this applies to the intimate area, where the multiplication of bacteria can lead to unpleasant consequences.
• Want to add confidence. This refers to the removal of hair in the pubic area and will be useful for those men who do not have the most impressive penis size. Due to unwanted vegetation, it looks even smaller than it is. That is why you need to turn to hair removal - it will allow men to gain more confidence.
• It has sensitive skin that cannot tolerate shaving, responding to it with irritation and inflammation. In such cases, epilation or the use of depilatory creams seem to be appropriate solutions.
• Feels the need to correct the shape of the face. This will allow you to visually modify some aspects of the appearance, for this, for example, there is an architecture of the eyebrows, which is designed to give the correct shape to this part of the face. In addition, men often remove hair from the chin and upper lips.
• Experiencing discomfort from ingrown hairs.

Features of hair removal in men are, first of all, in the properties and structure of the hairline: in the representatives of the stronger sex, they are more rigid and have a significant growth rate. Hair follicles are deep enough in the epidermis, moreover, their roots are much stronger than in women. It is these biological characteristics of the body that determine the painfulness of the procedure and the fragility of its result. In this regard, young people rarely decide on such events and cannot trust professionals, not to mention carrying out a cosmetic procedure at home.

At the same time, with the systematic implementation of such procedures, shame and negative thoughts will disappear, painful sensations will become dull, it will be easier to remove hair, and the effect will last much longer.

In addition to the obvious advantages, hair removal is associated with some disadvantages:

• First of all, this is the cost, which varies both from the area of ​​​​the procedure and from the rate of hair growth: the higher it is, the more sessions are required. In addition, both the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe skin and the structure of the hairline affect this, since the vegetation in men is denser than in women. Often, the representatives of the stronger sex also need to remove hair from places such as the buttocks and back. In women, these areas are extremely rarely treated.
• The need to grow hair to the desired length in order to undergo the next session.
• The possibility of irritation or inflammation from the waxing procedure.

Hair removal procedures are prohibited if:

• There is varicose veins in the area where the removal of vegetation is supposed.
• There are scars, cuts and scratches on the skin area. Also, with warts and convex moles, it is worth refusing to epilate.
• The presence of redness and inflammation in the intended place.
• The client has health problems, the main ones being diabetes and allergies.

For women, hair removal sessions are limited to only a few areas. While for men, the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe hairline is much larger, and for some it makes up the entire body - from head to toe. Often, the stronger sex removes hair from the back and buttocks, these areas are the most popular, because the presence of vegetation in these places is a very unusual and, one might even say, a strange phenomenon that many men do not like. Beauty also determines the removal of hair on the chest, on the legs, in the lower abdomen - in young people, these areas are subject to excessive hair growth, which from the outside does not look the most aesthetic way. In addition, the presence of chest growth prevents athletes from demonstrating their bodies.

Some need to correct the shape of the face: for this, guys can get rid of the beard and mustache, procedures in this area are especially in demand because some have too “liquid” hair in this area, which looks like a teenage fluff.This does not suit anyone and looks very unpleasant, just like too coarse stiff bristles, which appear, on the contrary, if the man’s hair is thick enough and he, due to certain circumstances, must shave every day. This is not only irritating, but completely ineffective because it leaves the so-called blue-gray skin effect on the face due to the dark shade of the hair. For those who have thick hair, the procedure for removing unwanted hair in the area between the eyebrows is very relevant. It looks untidy, spoils the appearance and characterizes the owner of such a “monobrow” as a groomed and sloppy person, which directly affects the perception of a person by society.

The fight against excessive vegetation is often dictated by hygienic considerations. In this regard, the guys eliminate hair in the armpits, ears, groin. In the latter, epilation can be carried out in different areas: there is the well-known deep bikini, which involves removing hair from the scrotum or minimizing it, eliminating vegetation in the crease between the buttocks. You can also completely remove pubic hair or create a bikini design, make an intimate haircut, giving the cover a certain shape. In these areas, bacteria are especially active, which create an unpleasant odor and are the causes of disease. Maintaining health in these areas is the main motive in the decision of men to get hair removal.

To date, with the development of cosmetology, a large number of methods have appeared that allow you to remove hair from the body.Interestingly, men and women are guided by different criteria when choosing a hair removal or depilation technique: for the first, the painlessness and speed of the procedure is important, while for girls, the most important thing is to get a high-quality result from the session.

When choosing one or another method, you need to pay attention to its specifics, which will be discussed below.

• Removal of vegetation with a laser is the most demanded procedure for men, it is carried out almost all over the body, which proves its versatility. In cosmetology, a novelty has recently appeared - the so-called cold laser hair removal, which differs in that during the session the skin does not heat up and is not damaged by the laser. This means that in the course of the fight against excessive vegetation in certain areas, pain will practically disappear. This is very important for owners of dark and dense vegetation.

• Another popular technique is photo and ultrasonic hair removal, which have received high demand among men due to their high efficiency and painlessness. They are based on the action of a special pulsating light and sound, which give an impulse perceived by the hair follicles. The energy destroys the follicles, which leads to the death of the hairs, however, to achieve the best result, it is necessary to repeat the procedure several times. An important difference between these two methods is that they are suitable for a complete hair removal of a man's body, but this will require lengthy sessions and tangible financial costs.

• The next option for removing hair is the use of an epilator.. Its main advantage is budget, because it requires only the purchase of special devices.However, this is not the most effective method, it is not suitable for all men, because sometimes it cannot cope with the removal of coarse and thick hair. In addition, the use of such units is associated with pain in the procedure, because they simply pluck out the hairs, and this is very painful. Accordingly, people with a low pain threshold will not be able to endure the whole session. And an unpleasant addition to this can be severe irritation and the appearance of ingrown hairs.

• Another painful way is bioepilation., which involves the use of wax to create smooth skin. The main disadvantage of this method is discomfort, but their level depends on the pain threshold of a particular person. Despite a significant disadvantage, many turn to such a procedure, because it does not require any serious financial or time costs, and the effect of one session can reach from one to three weeks.

• Brazilian Hair Removal refers to the bikini area and involves the elimination of vegetation in the entire intimate area. Hot wax is often used, which is heated to a high temperature, which makes it easy to remove them due to enlarged pores, but the skin is not damaged as much as in some other procedures. The technique requires great skill, so the procedure lasts much longer than other hair removal sessions.

A wide range of tools and accessories are used for various methods of dealing with excess vegetation.For example, for the most modern procedures, such as sound hair removal, an ultrasound scanner is used, which transmits ultrasound and a special gel, which, under the influence of the scanner and the signals emitted by it, penetrates into the deep layers of the epidermis and destroys the hair follicles there.

During painful sessions using wax or sugar paste, painkillers are often used, for example, Lidocaine, which is injected into the body. However, methods that provide local anesthesia are more popular, the same Lidocaine can be applied as a spray on the intended area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe skin, such products as "Emla" and cream "Light Dep"which only recently appeared on the Russian market. Home procedures also require special supplies. It is for these cases that firms specializing in skin smoothness, for example, VeetThey produce a wide range of products. Among them you can find wax strips, trimmers, and special soothing creams.

Many men face a difficult choice: to carry out the procedure at home or go to the salon. It depends on which method of hair removal is chosen: obviously, complex sessions of laser or ultrasonic hair removal cannot be done at home. However, for wax methods, it is also recommended to contact professionals, since they have sufficient experience to carry out such actions and due to this, the possibility of encountering negative skin reactions to various cosmetic manipulations is minimized.

A trip to the salon provides both maximum safety and the highest quality of the result.In addition, qualified masters will be able to choose the most optimal option for hair removal for a particular person. However, when choosing a cosmetologist, you should contact only proven and experienced clinics that have proven themselves on the positive side.

A number of advantages of salon removal does not mean at all that it is impossible to carry out procedures at home. It is important to stock up on the necessary supplies and prepare carefully. This process begins long before the actual hair removal process. Already two weeks in advance, you should turn to the use of sunscreen if you live in southern latitudes. This is important to know because a fresh tan can cause some side effects, such as pigmentation or irritation. During the day, you need to scrub the skin at the intended place of epilation. This step is optional, but desirable, because it will prevent hair from growing into the skin, as well as cleanse the skin. On the scheduled day, refrain from using any cosmetics other than painkillers. Such creams are covered with an airtight bandage, the role of which is perfectly performed by cling film.

It is better to remove vegetation in the evening, because according to doctors, the pain threshold rises at this time. In addition, evening procedures give time to reduce redness after the session, because when using soothing creams, all negative effects will disappear overnight.

Let's talk about the three most popular methods of hair removal at home.

• Waxing. First you need to degrease the skin, which can be done with a special tonic.At this time, heat the wax to about 40 degrees, then apply to the skin with a special spatula. Do this in an even layer, otherwise it will be impossible to achieve a good effect. On the wax you need to put a thick paper strip that needs to be smoothed out. After a couple of seconds, after waiting for it to fix sharply against the hair, tear off the strip.

• Male sugaring no different from women. Prepare the sugar paste, which you need to cool after cooking. Next, take a piece of the mixture into your hand, knead it, and when it becomes plastic and soft, evenly distribute it on the skin against hair growth. But it is necessary to pluck it according to hair growth. Remember that this procedure is carried out quickly so that the paste does not start to melt.

• Chemical depilation involves the use of special creams that are applied to clean skin with a special spatula. After 10-15 minutes, the composition is removed by using a spatula against hair growth. After that, the depilated area is washed with warm water, wiped dry and a soothing cream is applied. This method is more popular among women, it is not suitable for men due to the biological characteristics of male hair.

In order not to cause inflammation, follow the recommendations:

• In the first 5 hours, do not wet the skin at the site of hair removal.
• Do not rub treated skin while showering. Avoid using hot bath temperatures and don't go to saunas and baths.
• Within 1-2 weeks do not use aggressive cosmetics - peelings.
• Apply soothing and healing agents, for example, Actovegin.
• Do not wear tight, rough clothing.

It is possible that after the procedure, irritation may appear.This situation can be corrected using drugs such as Solcoseryl and diluted hydrogen peroxide. They prevent the spread of inflammation in the skin. In addition, refer to folk methods: apply aloe juice, chamomile and tea decoctions, they tone the skin, cleanse it and promote relaxation. These same funds can be included in cosmetic products and various healing creams.

Most men still cannot decide to remove their body hair: in their opinion, this deprives them of their masculinity. But those who nevertheless found the strength to fight the vegetation, speak of the procedures in the most positive way, emphasizing that despite the pain and some discomfort during the sessions, they received exceptionally smooth skin. This gave them self-confidence and allowed them to look neat.

For more information about the sugaring procedure for men, see the following video.