Unwanted facial hair can be irritating and embarrassing, but there are plenty of ways to remove it, either temporarily or permanently. If you have decided to remove some or all of your unwanted facial hair, you must take the time to consider all of your options. Each facial hair removal technique has its own set of unique benefits and risks, and different techniques will work better on different areas of your face. Some of the main facial hair removal methods open to you include:
Waxing
Waxing involves applying warm wax to your facial hair and placing fabric strips over the waxed areas. The removal of the strips will tear your unwanted hair from its roots, leaving you with silky, smooth skin. Although waxing is popular, it will only prove effective if you choose the right type of wax for your hair type. Soft wax is easier to use than hard wax. However, it will only remove fine facial hairs. Your face may look slightly blotchy after your waxing session. However, this unwanted side effect will subside quickly. Your hair will start to grow back about two weeks after your initial treatment session, but it may grow back finer than it was before.
Threading
Threading is an ancient method of facial hair removal that originated in the Middle East. It involves the use of a knotted cotton thread, which pulls unwanted facial hairs from their roots when it is run over your skin. Threading is a quick, cheap and effective hair removal method that is suitable for use on even the shortest of facial hairs. However, its effects will only last for around two weeks, after which your hair will start to grow back. When repeated on a regular basis, the process will damage your hair follicles, limiting regrowth.
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Electrolysis
Electrolysis uses a tiny needle that slides into your hair follicle until it reaches the cells responsible for hair growth. It provides these cells with a small electric shock, which cuts off their blood supply and causes them to fall out.
Once the hair follicles have died, they will not be able to grow back, meaning that the results will be permanent. While electrolysis is more effective than other forms of facial hair removal, it can be tedious and time consuming. You may also require several treatment sessions to obtain satisfactory results.
By weighing up the pros and cons of each hair removal method, you will be able to choose a technique that not only suits your budget and lifestyle, but also provides you with soft, silky skin.
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