There are many different ways to remove underarm hair and it can be shaved, waxed or chemically removed. There are also laser and electrolysis hair removal options. You can even remove underarm hair by pulling it.
A disposable razor can be used to shave your underarms.
Shaving is a quick but temporary method of removing underarm hair. This method consists of cutting the hair on the surface of the skin. When you shave your underarm hair, it tends to grow back quickly, requiring you to shave again. There are many different types of razors or trimmers on the market, including electric razors, which some people prefer because they eliminate the risk of cutting or cutting yourself.
Women often shave to remove underarm hair.
Waxing is another popular method used to remove underarm hair. With this method, hot wax is spread over the area. As the wax cools, it solidifies around the hair. Once the wax cools, it is removed very quickly, moving away from the natural growth direction of the hair. This movement pulls the hair out of the follicles. Some discomfort may be felt when the wax is removed from the skin.
Waxing is one option for removing underarm hair.
Waxing, pulling the hair with tweezers, is another possibility to remove armpit hair. To do this, the hair must be long enough to be able to grab it and hold it with tweezers. Generally speaking, this method of hair removal is not very practical for underarms as it takes a long time to do. Also, many people find it uncomfortable to shave the sensitive underarm area.
Some people prefer to use tweezers to remove underarm hair because, as with waxing, the skin will be hairless for longer.
Some people choose to remove underarm hair with depilatories, chemicals designed to dissolve unwanted hair. Generally available in cream, spray, or liquid form, a depilatory is spread or sprayed on the underarm area and allowed to sit for a period of time. Once it has done its job, usually in less than 15 minutes, it is cleaned or rinsed away, leaving the skin hair-free. Sometimes these chemicals can cause skin irritation.
Shaving underarm hair is only a temporary solution, as it tends to grow back quickly.
Electrolysis can also be used on the armpits. This method uses an electrical current to destroy the hair follicle. It removes hair permanently, but may require multiple treatments as hair follicles may survive the first attempt. Electrolysis is time consuming as each hair follicle needs to be treated separately.
Laser hair removal is another method used to remove underarm hair. It involves the use of light rays to destroy the hair in a follicle. This method is not permanent, but is considered durable. Serious complications can occur with laser hair removal, but they are rare.