Epilators - Painless Hair Removal?
Epilators are a great little tool for removing unwanted hair. Each hair removal method (i.e., waxing, shaving, electrolysis) has its pros and cons. The same is true for the epilator.
On the PRO side, there’s the fact that epilators are less messy than waxing, the results last far longer than shaving, and the cost is nowhere near that of electrolysis. All in all, they’re convenient, cost effective, and pretty darn good at their job (so long as you get a quality product).
On the CON side, we have pain. Lots and lots of pain. I know, I’ve read the articles that tout the epilator as a “pain free” hair removal option. But it’s just not true.
Each hair is being pulled straight out of the follicle by the root. Naturally, that’ll hurt a bit. The pain is similar to the sting of waxing, except it’s prolonged.
That’s the kicker.
With waxing, there’s a quick tug and you’re done. Epilators need to be run through the hair, the slower the better, so that its little grabbers can latch onto each hair and yank it out. (Apologies for the complicated scientific explanation.)
Why Bother?
For the results! And the convenience. Weeks of smooth, hairless skin from a simple, chemical free process that can be done at home with one inexpensive piece of equipment.
Epilators perform best on coarser hair. For those with fine leg hair, it may not prove worth it to bother epilating your legs, but they work very well to remove hair from the bikini line and underarms.
The underarms are the most painful, but strangely satisfying when done. The follicles are empty, unlike with shaving where the blunt end of the hair lies right at the surface. And you won’t see regrowth for a few weeks, so you may find it worthwhile to go through the pain for those results.
How To Minimize The Pain
Holding the skin taut helps a lot, and it’ll keep you from getting any tender folds of skin caught in the grabbers. You may have to wrangle yourself into some awkward positions to get the right angle (especially for the bikini line), but it’ll become easier with a bit of practice.
For the ladies, avoid epilating in the week before you menstruate as your body is particularly sensitive to pain during that time. And move from one area to another frequently to spread the pain out a bit so it’s not such a concentrated sensation.
Enduring the pain has its rewards. Over time, you become less sensitive in those areas and epilating may become no big deal… brings to mind the old adage…
“No pain, no gain.”
Author: Michelle Schill
Michelle Schill is the publisher of Beauty & Fitness Savvy, an online resource for do-it-yourself beauty and fitness advice. Learn more about hair removal and find the best method for you. Looking your best doesn’t have to cost a fortune!
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