Mens Hair Removal

Women seem to have been waxing their legs for ages, while men are only recently catching on to the trend of leg waxing. Traditionally only men that competed in sports like cycling, swimming or body building even considered leg waxing, but now men from all walks of life are starting to do it.

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If you are predisposed to spider veins, stay away from leg waxing as it might make it even more prominent. Having a pain killer an hour or two before doing the waxing might reduce the pain and discomfort.

If you  go to a salon / spa to do your male leg waxing, check whether your feet is also included or not. Waxing your feet might be good for the hairless-feet- in-sandals-on-the-beach look, so it is worth considering. Also consider a spa if you can’t reach all the parts of your legs or aren’t confident that you can finish once the pain has started (or because you can’t reach the back of your legs). Some spas also include a buttock wax or Speedo wax option, so decide what you want and go for that. Costs for a full leg wax ranges from $50 – $80.

The wax gets applied in big swathes with a wooden spatula. A muslin- or cotton cloth gets pressed on. Then giving the wax some time to cool down and get properly acquainted with the hair, it gets ripped of quickly in the direction against the hair growth.

After getting the leg waxing, apply proper after care treatment and don’t wear tights or other tight clothing as it will trap moisture and cause the pores to close. This is undesirable as it might cause ingrown hairs and follicitus (small pimples). 

Smooth legs are within your grasp if you are willing to grit your teeth and get some leg waxing done.

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Salon Leg Waxing – Leg waxing is typically done in one of two manners. A half leg wax is where the hair on the leg is waxed up to the knee. A full leg waxing is where the entire leg from ankle through thigh is waxed. Many women choose a half leg wax if …

Eyebrow waxing for men usually go hand in hand with eyebrow styling. At other times it is done to remove a uni- or monobrow. Because of the symmetry issues when working with eyebrows it is recommended that you get someone else to help you with this: either a partner or a professional.

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You’ll need to use hot non-strip wax which are more suitable for use on sensitive skin (it is still going to hurt, but less than with strip wax). Clean the area that you want to wax with water and some alcohol to remove the oil from hair so that the wax can adhere to it. You might want to use some marker to show how the eyebrow will be styled and for guidance to which spots to wax.

Heat the wax as appropriate and test it by dropping some on your wrist. If ready, apply the wax with a spatula to the area you want to wax with the direction of hair growth. Let it cool some and adhere to the hair, then pull it off quickly in the opposite direction of the hair growth.

Repeat this procedure for all the little areas where you want the hair removed/shaped. IF you missed some stray hairs, it might be better to pluck it than to reapply the wax as the skin is already very sensitive.

When you’re done, clean up the remaining wax, and apply a soothing lotion to the area affected. Stay out of the sun and away from sun-beds for at least 24 hours to give your skin some time to recover.

The cost of eyebrow waxing and shaping is in the region of $10 – $20.

More about eyebrow waxing

Eyebrow Waxing | Vogue Forum Blog – Eyebrow Waxing By Joanne Elliott Unless you have very sensitive skin, waxing is a quick and relatively easy alternative to plucking your eyebrows.

Why you are considering male pubic hair removal can be for various reasons. Some men came to be at this point because a partner asked them to think about it, others because they feel it will look better. Whatever your reason, we are here to provide advice on the how to go about it.

Before you start, decide how much hair you want to remove. Must all the hair come off (Brazilian)? Do you want a ‘mustache’ (just a small patch of hair above the penis)? Once you’ve decided, its time to think how you want the rest of your genital hair removal to be done.

Trimming the pubic area

Even if you want a more permanent / closer shave, it is recommended to start with a general trim just to remove the clutter. You can do this with any trimmer available from a chemist or pharmacy and you might even find that the trimmed down look will work for you.

With a specified comb length, you can trim your pubic hair to a respectable length. If you want to remove more hair, try trimming without a comb. Just take care as you can still hurt yourself over uneven skin areas. To prevent this, make sure to stretch the skin taut before trimming.

Shaving

Before you start, try trimming your hair with a trimmer or a pair of scissors without a sharp point. Just be careful – a hand held mirror, or a small mirror on a pivot stand would be useful to make sure you minimize cuts and nicks.

Start with a fresh blade especially if you are removing lots of hair. Moisturize the area that you want to shave, apply your shaving gel (preferable clear so you can see where you are shaving), and proceed to shave with small strokes. Remember to stretch the skin taut when shaving uneven areas. And shave with the growth of the hair to minimize the risk of ingrown hair.

Pubic hair removal creams

Don’t. Most depilatory hair removal creams are NOT suitable to use for genital hair removal or other sensitive areas.

Waxing pubic hair removal

This is something that you can try at home, but having a professional do it a spa or clinic, will ensure a smoother process and result. And they have done it hundreds of times so they know what they are doing and can see what they are doing.

To do waxing genital hair removal, the hair needs to be at least a quarter of an inch to half an inch long so the wax has something to cling to. Stretch the skin, apply the wax, apply the cotton strip, and rip against the direction of the hair growth (that is one reason it is recommended that you let a professional do this as any man who willingly does this to himself is more brave/stupid than the average man).

Men who are very sensitive might consider taking some painkillers before doing this to numb the pain a bit. Doing it at a spa has the added benefit of a knowledgeable person who can advise you or answer any questions you might have.

Laser genital hair removal

There are home laser hair removal kits on the market, but again, it would be better to have a professional do this as doing it wrong can make things a lot worse for yourself (try walking into an A & E and explain the burn marks on you crotch). The lazer treatments might not be suitable for everyone as the lazer work by targeting the darker pigment against a light skin background. The effect of lazer hair removal is said to be of a small rubber band snapping against the skin, and afterwards a small sunburn effect.

Electrolysis pubic hair removal

Electrolysis hair removal works somewhat similar to lazer hair removal in that the follicle is targeted, but where lazer uses pulsed light, electrolysis inserts a small needle down to the follicle and applies an electric charge. It is only a mild effect, but because it targets one follicle at a time it can be quite time consuming.  Seek out the hair removal technician at your local clinic or spa and get more relevant information and price for electrolysis hair removal treatment.

The effects of both lazer pubic hair removal and electrolysis pubic hair removal can be permanent so make sure that this is what you want before you commit.

Is male pubic hair removal for you?

If you are considering male pubic hair removal for a partner, read this cautionary tale and make sure you’ve consulted your partner about your intended course of action. There are pros (healthy, looks bigger, looks better) and cons (not necessary, risks of the method used) to genital hair removal. In the end, it boils down to personal choice and only you can make that choice for yourself.

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Nair hair removal cream for men is a depilatory alkaline solution that dissolves the chemical protein bond in hair. It will dissolve the hair to just below the level of the skin and the hair should grow back in 2 to 3 weeks without being thinner.

Make sure you read the instructions carefully and thoroughly as you definitely don’t want to do it wrong. Because of the strong alkalinity, it is not recommended for use on your sensitive skin areas like the genitals or nipples as it will cause a strong burning sensation. In the same vein, you also need to make sure you don’t leave the hair removal cream on your skin too long as it will start to irritate your skin as well.

Nair hair removal for men comes in three options. Nair hair remover spray which is a spray on and takes about 4 minutes. Nair hair removal speed cream which takes only three minutes. And Nair hair removal body cream which takes 8 minutes but are more sensitive to your skin. A bottle of Nair hair removal will allow 2 to 4 uses depending on the area being covered.

While it smells good initially, once the chemical reaction starts, you’ll notice a strong odor which are the dissolving hair. Leave the hair removal cream on for the amount of time indicated on the bottle and afterwards wipe with a wet cloth to remove the cream and the hair. You should also wait a day or two before exposing the skin to direct sunlight as it might be a bit sensitive.

To avoid ingrown hairs, use some exfoliating skin wash on the area (after the sensitive skin waiting period is over). It might also be a good idea to test the product first on an easy area like the arms to ensure that it is agreeable to your skin type and it will give you a feel for how to use the product.

Nair hair removal for men can be an easy solution for your hair removal needs, but as mentioned already, it is not suitable for the sensitive spots like genital hair removal. You can get a 3-pack of Nair hair removal for men directly from Amazon.

So you’ve heard about lazer hair removal and are wondering if it is an option for you. Before you decide, you need to know what it does and whether you fit the profile of a suitable candidate.

Who can consider lazer hair removal?

People with dark hair and light skin tones. This is a requirement because the lazer hair removal works when the lazer targets the dark pigment in the hair follicle with its beam. While some improvements and developments are being made with different skin tone/hair color combinations, the majority of currently available treatments only work with said combination.

If you are pain intolerant (it only involves mild pain like pinch) or have an existing medical condition you should definitely consult a physician who knows more about lazer hair removal.

How long will lazer hair removal take?

A session will depend on the area being treated with large areas like the back taking up to an hour. Several lazer treatment sessions will be required as different hairs have different stages of growth. The hair will actually only fall out 1 to 2 weeks after treatment so dont expect to be hair free the moment you walk out of the clinic.

Is lazer hair removal permanent?

It can be. It varies from person to person with an indicated hair removal rate between 40% and 80%. So while it does remove hairs permanently, not all hair will be removed. It does help to make the hair thinner and less noticeable and reduce the need for shaving and/or other hair removal.

Lazer hair removal costs

The big problem that most men have about lazer hair removal is the cost. A single lazering session can cost anywhere from $200 to $800, and you’ll have to do a series to have the proper hair removal effect. It is a medical treatment described as a cosmetic procedure, so you might check if it is covered under your insurance.

An option that is becoming available is home lazer hair removal. If you are too sensitive to approach a clinic/spa to help you with this, it might be an option for you. But please consider it carefully as it can generate a lot of problems for you if not applied correctly. (Check these home lazer hair removal kits sold on the Amazon marketplace and the reviews there of).