Sharon Mirin asked:


Hair removal products are available in abundance in the market. But how do you know which of these products are safe for your skin? With the products containing chemicals many that use such products do tend to complain of some skin redness and skin irritation. Hence, the need for natural hair removing products has surfaced and many are cashing in on this by letting out products that are termed to be made from natural substances. But no one can be absolutely sure that the products that they are using are free of chemicals and that is why home made natural hair removing products are getting popular.
Waxing is one of the easiest and most convenient ways to remove unwanted hair. Yes, waxing can be painful but the results are good and after waxing the hair taken much longer to grow back. Instead of picking up hair removing wax from the market you can always make your own wax at come from natural substances found in your home. To make homemade wax take two cups of sugar, one fourth cup of water and one fourth cup of lemon juice. Heat this mixture over a low flame and stir regularly until you get a thick brown liquid which is your wax. Once the wax has cooled down to a temperature that you are comfortable with you can apply in onto your skin and place a clean cloth or waxing strip over it. Once it has cooled down completely pull the cloth or strip in the opposite direction of hair growth so that the hair is pulled from its roots. Make sure that you apply ice and astringent to the waxed area to tighten the pores.

One of the oldest methods of hair removal used is sugaring. Sugaring is back in fashion again after a few decades as the newer cosmetic products were preferred over sugaring earlier. The popularity of sugaring has now increased tremendously. It can be done at home by taking one cup of sugar and mixing it with the juice of half a lemon, molasses, corn starch and a bowl of honey. You start off by mixing lemon, honey, sugar and molasses in a bowl and keeping the mixture in a microwave for about 2 to 4 minutes or till you get a smooth consistency. You can also heat up the mixture over a low flame. Now apply corn starch over the area you need to wax and then apply the mixture over it. Corn starch will help in smooth removal of hair. Place a cloth or waxing strips over the area and pull it out once it has cooled down.

Other natural hair removing techniques are tweezing and threading. Tweezing is usually used to remove ****** hair. Tweezing is a slow process as each hair has to be pulled out using tweezers. The pain involved in the process is also much greater. Tweezing is most commonly used to shape eyebrows that are bushy and if repeated over longer periods of time can lead to permanent hair removal. Threading is a common hair removal method that can be used on any part of the body. The usual parts of the body where threading is used are upper lips, chin and eyebrows. But even other parts of the body where there is a patch of hair, threading is useful. Threading requires a lot of attention and detail and is great for people with sensitive skin. Pumice stones can also be used for removing hair from the body except ****** hair.

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Mike Jones asked:


One of the most time consuming and frustrating parts of bodybuilding is not building muscles, it’s removing unwanted hair.

For any competing bodybuilder, hair removal is a must but it’s also growing in popularity among casual bodybuilders.

Permanent Methods

Before looking at recommendations for specific body areas it should be stated that laser hair removal or electrolysis are regarded as the only permanent hair removal methods.

Although the most effective, they are also the most expensive! For full information on laser hair removal and electrolysis, visit this Laser Research Library: about-hair-removal.com/Laser-Library

Here is checklist of body areas and recommended hair removal methods for each:

Upper Lip, Chin, Mustache and Beard -

Men: Shaving.

Women: Waxing or sugaring.

Back of Neck –

Men: Shaving, clipping.

Women: Waxing or sugaring

Chest –

Waxing, shaving, depilatories.

CAUTION: Some find the shaving option unacceptable due to the irritation it causes when stubble reappears shortly afterwards. There can also be an acute problem with ingrown hairs in some cases. Once the shaving option is taken for chest hair removal it will need to be done regularly.

Nipples –

Tweezing. Stretch the skin slightly, grip the hair close to the root, and pull gently, firmly and evenly. Yanking the hair may cause it to break off thus increasing the risk of ingrown hair.

Shoulders, Back, Arms, Hands, Tummy –

Waxing, sugaring, depilatories. Waxing or Sugaring is the best method for all these areas. Taking a shower directly after waxing the back helps eliminate the possibility of acne breakouts and skin redness.

Underarms -

Shaving is safe in this area. Hair under the arm grows in all directions so a side to side stroke as well as up and down strokes may be necessary to catch all the hairs. Do not apply deodorants or antiperspirants right after shaving as this can cause acute irritation and soreness. Waxing or sugaring are also safe.

Do not use depilatories to avoid the risk of chemical burns on the sensitive skin in this area.

After the skin in this area has become accustomed to shaving, applying a thin layer of Vaseline petroleum jelly instead of a shaving foam or gel will give a really close shave.

Pubic Area and Bikini Line -If the hair is long it can be cut down with scissors. Then use a waxing or sugaring solution. Careful shaving is also possible.

Genitals – Male –

Hair growing on the shaft of the ***** and on the ********* can be removed by shaving using a new wet razor. Great care is needed to avoid cuts.

Genitals – Female –

Waxing or sugaring is generally best. Shaving will only cause stubble to appear after a few days and it may cause skin irritation and painful bumps.

Anus and Perineum –

The Perineum is the area of skin rich in nerve endings located below the ****. In men it extends to the base of the testicles, in women to the vaginal opening. The **** is a mucous membrane. Depilatories should not be used as they can result in serious damage. Shaving produces stubble which may cause irritation as the sides chafe and rub together. Waxing or sugaring are the best methods.

Legs, Feet, Toes –

Shaving the legs is popular but the hair grows back after a short time. Waxing or sugaring are preferred although you have to wait until there is about a quarter of an inch of growth.

For detailed instructions on each of the hair removal methods mentioned above for bodybuilders, check out the resource below:

Painless Hair Removal