Armpit hair removal is one of the biggest contributors to personal hygiene and presentation. All women and some men remove armpit hair on a regular basis. It is not only a fashion necessity but also a matter of personal hygiene. Armpit hair removal should be done more regularly than that of the legs and hands as armpit hair grows faster than the hair on your legs. Women may also remove armpit hair for fashion reasons especially if one is wearing a sleeveless or cap sleeved dress.
If left untouched, armpit hair growth leaves the armpit dark and bacteria tends to settle in the armpits due to excessive sweating. This causes bad body odor and also drives people away from us. Let us look at some common methods and consider the pros and cons of each method:
Waxing
Waxing is a great method of armpit hair removal. This method is more long lasting than other methods and also takes away some darkening from your armpits. However it is slightly painful till you get used to waxing your armpits. As a rule, always go to a salon the first time you wax your armpits to see how you should do it. You may end up with a bad burn otherwise. Your armpits should be cleaned well with soap before you attempt armpit hair removal. The best time to wax your armpits is when your hair is less than 0.5cm long. The wax should always be applied in the same direction as the hair growth and the cloth should be pulled in the opposite direction to avoid irritation to the skin. Lastly, you should apply a moisturizing lotion to your skin after waxing since the skin on your armpits is very sensitive.
Shaving
Shaving is the most common method of armpit hair removal. It is fast, non-expensive, painless and can be done anytime, a perfect solution for your last minute armpit hair removal needs. The only disadvantage of shaving is that the results do not last long and hair re-growth is fast, growing back anytime between a few hours to a day. Some tips for a smooth shave are:
Shaving is best done after a warm bath as warm water softens the hair and makes it easier to shave.
Use a shaving cream or gel so that there is o friction and the skin remains moist and moisturized.
Skin should be stretched tight and if you are using a razor, shave in several directions for maximum results. Use a electric shaver that can be used with lotions or is provided with moisturizer itself.
DO not use perfumes and deodorants immediately after shaving to avoid irritation to the skin. Use powder or lotions for sensitive skin instead.
Other methods of armpit hair removal are the use of hair removal creams or depilatory creams and permanent hair removal methods such as electrolysis. Depilatory creams keep hair re-growth away for a few weeks and they are extremely simple to use. Always use a moisturizer after hair removal and chose the method that suits you best.
A hair removal cream that is very easy on the skin is Revitol. Read our Revitol review here.
