Waxing, shaving or threading? This is the ultimate guide to at-home hair removal
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Loading... - Munashe Reuben
- 29 Mar 2023
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Hair removal is a matter of personal preference: a) whether you choose to de-fluff in the first place and b) which method you favour if you want to transform yourself into a slippery seal.
In the latter camp? The best way to decide how to go about hair removal is to arm yourself with the pros and cons of each option. That way, you can work out which suits you best in terms of convenience, pain factor, longevity, and end result. We've put together the ultimate guide on every different hair removal method to choose from in case you're in the market to switch things up.
Threading
This involves looping a thread of string around each tiny hair, effectively lassoing it, then pulling the loop taut to catch and pull each hair out from the root.
Pros: It gives an ultra neat and tidy finish and it's a more gentle option than waxing for sensitive, thin or redness-prone skin.
Cons: It’s tricky and fiddly to learn how to thread at home and you may struggle to do it yourself. It is taking the hair out from the root so it's a bit painful. It's not great for covering wide surface areas.
Best for: Lips and brows.
Waxing
This involves using strips of hot or cold wax, spread over hairs (in the direction of growth), then ripped off in the opposite direction to remove both the hair and the root.
Pros: It’s fairly foolproof and effective and, since it removes hair from the root, it gives a longer-lasting smoothness than razors or hair removal cream. Over time, waxing hair repeatedly can weaken the hairs making them finer and less painful to remove and less stubbly if left for longer periods.
Cons: It stings (especially for thicker haired gals), it's messier than shaving, and it takes some nerves of steel.
Best for: Legs, lips, brows, pits and bits (aka bikini lines). Read More…
