5 hair removal beauty tips you should know about

Why do hair removal creams smell so badly?

They contain 2 strong chemical compounds: calcium thiglycolate and sodium thiglycolate which both can dissolve keratin. Sometimes the smell is worse after the depilatory is applied as thiglycolate acid reacts with the hair to create a sulphur-type by product - bad egg smell. A few formulations are available which are not as strong smelling, such as Kalo Hair Inhibitor Lotion.

How do I choose tweezers? There are so many shapes?

For a long lasting, durable tweezer, choose a professional quality 100 percent stainless steel tweezer that will not rust when cleaned. The prongs should have a light, gentle spring action and the gripping platforms (at the tips) should be smooth and polished. When the tips are pressed together, they should meet perfectly. Selecting a shape is a personal preference.

What is the best way to tweeze my brows?

Brush the hairs in the direction of the hair growth. Isolate the hair you want to tweeze. Always tweeze in the direction of the hair growth. Pull one hair at a time. Brows should start above the inner corner of the eye and extend slightly past the outer corner of the eye. Be careful not to remove too much hair because brows that have been tweezed too much won’t always grow back.

When should I shave my legs before going to the beach?

It is good idea to wait at least 12 hours after shaving or waxing to plunge into the spa, pool, lake or ocean. Shaving stubble is the one drawback of shaving, however it is still the most popular method for removing leg and bikini hair.

What method do dermatologists recommend for removing unwated hair?

Electrolysis is #1 dermatologist recommended hair removing method. For more abudant hair, waxing is best. Seek a recommendation for a good electrologist from dermatologist.