We’ve all squirmed through waxing sessions, dealt with the horror of a razor cut that refuses to stop bleeding or tried saving up for pricey laser treatments. Unwanted body hair can be pretty annoying for some people! And if you’ve wanted to zap away hair on your underarms, back, legs or anywhere else minus any pain or hassle, you’ve definitely given hair removal creams for women a thought. We have easy access to them but don’t know enough about them, right? So we tell you everything you need to know about hair depilatory creams, how they work and when and if you should use them. 1. How Do They Work?
2. But, Don’t They Stink?
Old-school hair removal creams meant for women did, giving them a bad rep thanks to their unpleasant odours. But these days, depilatory creams smell of floral and fruity tropical blends while some smell like nothing at all.
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3. Will They Cause Ingrown Hair?
4. Finding The Right Cream For You
There are loads of brands and lots of choices of women’s hair removal creams out there, we wouldn’t blame you for being confused. Keep these in mind while picking one:
- If you have sensitive skin, choose the one that’s specified for your skin type. Ingredients like aloe vera and green tea should be present in creams for sensitive skin.
- You shouldn’t be using a regular hair removal cream available for women on areas like your face and bikini area. If you really want to then look for creams and formulas that are specially created for those sensitive areas. We highly suggest doing a patch test first.
- We most commonly come across creams in India, but you can also get them in the form of gels, roll-ons and sprays. These can be less messy.
5. How Do You Use One?
6. So, Should You Swap It For Your Regular Hair Removal Method?
Let’s weigh the pros and cons! Pros:
- It’s inexpensive.
- It is absolutely pain-free.
- You can do it yourself at home and at your own time.
- It won’t cause ingrown hair.
Cons:
- The hair can grow back faster than with waxing.
- It can get messy (but so can waxing!)
- It can cause skin irritation if not done properly and carefully.
Overall, we think creams work well for quick and painless hair removal in women. It will leave your skin smooth, even if it’s just for a few days. If you don’t want to make it your usual hair removal method, having a hair removal cream handy at home is a good idea. It can come to your rescue in case of emergency situations like last minute plans when you want to wear a dress! Many women do think it’s the best method of hair removal.Images: Shutterstock