Like most DIY projects, the right equipment is essential to make the task at hand seamless, hassle-free, and as pleasant as possible. Removing body hair can be something of a grudge chore, so we’re here to advise on the best methods to suit your needs, skill set, time frame, and budget.
We are all born with body hair, which is generally non-problematic and easily overlooked when we are young. Then, when puberty hits, body hair that was previously unnoticeable can become darker, coarser and more apparent, leaving us feeling self-conscious and seeking a solution. There are three options: leave, disguise, or remove it.
Assuming the first option isn’t an option, you have a choice. Whichever choice you make, ensure you have the right tools to execute the task effectively. This may involve learning some new skills, but like riding a bicycle, once you have mastered it, you’ll never look back. Also, ensure that your product or equipment correlates with your intended purpose and body area.
As is the case with unwanted facial hair, disguising or camouflaging unwanted body hair is viable if it is fine, short, and reasonably sparse. In this instance, using good-quality cream bleach like Sensitive Cream Bleach . Mandy’s Sensitive Cream Bleach is safe, painless, and easy to use. It lightens unwanted dark hair to tone in with your natural skin colour.
There are several options for removing body hair yourself, each with pros and cons. Opt for a method that best suits your comfort, skills, inclination, and budget requirements and proceed from there. It’s a 50-year habit for many of us, so it makes sense to find a great fit!
Shaving:
No, sis – don’t! Cuts, nicks, blunt or contaminated blades, expensive replacements, shaving rash, ingrown hairs, and shaving is harsh on the skin. Honestly, it’s just not worth it.
Depilatory Creams and Lotions:
Pros: It is painless, simple, and super-easy to use; no skill required. It works well on small areas like underarms and larger areas like legs. Regrowth is softer and slower than shaving, giving you a few more days of grace between sessions. Most quality brands have formulations to suit both Regular and Sensitive skin types. NB! A patch test before use is essential to determine skin compatibility.
Cons: Although modern, low-irritant formulations have made massive strides, skin reaction to chemicals poses a risk for some. This can happen at first-time use, or sensitivity can build up over time. Some people also find the odour of the active ingredients off-putting. Odour is a personal issue, but it is safe to say that any odour dissipates when the product is washed off after a few minutes – not too much of a hardship! Products in our Mandy’s range to consider would be Hair Removal Lotion, Hair Removal Lotion Sensitive including Hair Removal Lotion Sensitive sachets, Hair Removal Cream Sensitive and Hair Removal Cream Brightening. Each product offers something a little different: a sensitive formulation for sensitive and intimate areas, easy-to-pack travel sizes or a formulation that gently removes hair while also tackling problematic pigmentation.
Waxing or Wax Strips:
Pros: Waxing is an effective form of hair removal. It works well in small and large areas and offers long-lasting results. A great bonus is that repeated waxing yields softer, sparser regrowth.
Cons: Mastering waxing yourself takes some skill, especially in hard-to-reach areas, but you can avoid this by enlisting the assistance of a friend, sister, or mom. Sensitivity can be an issue. There is a low risk of skin reacting to wax formulation, but it can react badly to poor waxing technique.
For more information on these options, check out these products on our website: Mandy’s Film Wax, Mandy’s Hot Wax Mug or Microwaveable Hot Wax, Water Soluble Wax, Mandy’s Original Wax Strips for Legs, Mandy’s Original Wax Strips for Bikini and Underarms, and Mandy’s Soft-Feel Wax Strips for Legs..
Epilators:
Pros: These work well in small and large areas and offer long-lasting results. No chemicals are involved, so there is little chance of skin irritation.
The cons are that the equipment is expensive, and although it can be used on all body areas, sensitivity is almost guaranteed to be an issue!
DIY Laser Hair Removal
This is a tricky one—in an unregulated industry, there are many dubious manufacturers whose equipment can do more harm than good or can be completely ineffective. When considering laser hair removal, we’d recommend spending the money and having a professional do it properly.
Post Hair Removal Aftercare
Hair removal can be harsh on the skin, some methods more than others. The skin in areas like underarms and bikini areas are particularly vulnerable. Irrespective of your preferred method to depilate, we suggest using a good quality anti-chafe cream like Thank Goodness. An application to the skin twice a day for 2 – 3 days after removing hair goes a long way to soothe irritated, vulnerable skin and prevent problems like shaving rash, ingrowns and Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation.
