Many people have the misconception that hair removal creams can achieve permanent hair removal, which is not the case. None of the non-medical hair removal products can achieve permanent hair removal. The next step is to explain the knowledge about hair removal.
How hair removal creams work
Hair removal creams work by deconstructing the structure of the hair shaft and removing hair from the surface closest to the skin. It uses chemicals to make the hair spiral and soft, brittle and easily broken, and then scrapes the hair away with tools such as a scraper.
Effectiveness of hair removal cream
Effectively inhibits hair regeneration, enhances skin cell activity, keeps skin soft and smooth, reduces local hormone density, reduces follicle cell activity, makes hair fall off automatically, and thick hair does not regenerate.
Can hair removal cream remove hair permanently?
Permanent hair removal can only be solved by medical hair removal, which should be implemented by professional physicians in hospitals.
In general, hair removal creams can only slow down the growth of hair and make it thinner and lighter, but it will still grow gradually after hair removal, so it must be applied regularly.
After hair removal precautions
1, after hair removal 1-2 weeks do not expose to the sun, especially after laser surgery hair removal, can not be exposed to the sun.
2, after hair removal also can not use more than 37 degrees Celsius hot water bath, avoid showering hot water in hair removal parts when bathing, should use warm water, do not bake sauna, steam bath, do not go swimming in the pool or beach.
3.Do not use scrub, alcohol, antiperspirant.
4.Do not use makeup and skin care products containing fruit acid and a acid, use mild skin care formulas.
5, reduce the intake of greasy, irritating food, eat less MSG and other condiments, also help to inhibit the growth of body hair, to avoid triggering skin inflammation leading to pigmentation.
6, before and during the physiological period, girls are more sensitive to pain, the skin state is unstable, not suitable for hair removal.
7, there is dermatitis acne location is not suitable for hair removal.
Hair removal cream suitable for people: suitable for people who are afraid of pain but the skin is not easily allergic.
Applicable parts: Underarm, limbs.
How to use: Before use must do patch test, use should first clean and dry the skin to reduce stimulation, with hair removal cream evenly coated in the parts to be hair removal, 5-10 minutes after the hair becomes soft, scrape it with a scraper, and then rinse the hair removal parts with warm water, and towel dry the water on the skin, wipe on skin care solution.
The correct way to use hair removal cream
1, the parts with longer hair, first use small scissors to cut to about 1cm, then hair removal.
2, the skin has broken, wounded parts can not use hair removal cream.
3.After using the hair removal cream, make sure to tighten the cap after draining the air in the tube to prevent the cream from oxidation.
4, face and bikini (private parts) should be used with caution.
Use hair removal cream to avoid the following sequelae
The main component of hair removal cream is thioglycolic acid (calcium), which is suitable for people who are afraid of pain but whose skin is not easily allergic. A patch test must be done before use. The skin should be cleaned first when using to reduce irritation. When using, apply the hair removal cream evenly on the area to be removed, and after 5-8 minutes, the hair will become soft and scrape it off with a scraper. Specially against fine and soft body hair, it can remove large area of hair quickly.
Skin allergy
Hair removal cream can be used to specifically deal with fine, soft body hair and can remove large areas of hair quickly. However, this method does not damage the hair follicle, so it does not last long and will grow back in about three days. The chemical composition of hair removal creams can be irritating to the skin, and frequent use or sensitive skin can cause redness and allergies, and even rashes, so people with sensitive bodies should use it even more. Hair removal cream stays on the skin for a long time, if the skin is prone to allergies, or if you buy a bad brand, or if you use it excessively, it will easily cause redness and allergies.
Hair thickening
Using hair removal cream tends to leave half of the residual hair broken, leaving the thick hair stem because of the cross-section, it will look and feel thicker and darker. The hairs are broken and buried inside the skin, which will form a kind of embedded hair that cannot grow out normally. In some cases, the epidermis or hair follicles are injured due to hair removal and the pores are blocked when the skin heals, which can also cause ingrown hairs. The appearance of ingrown hairs resembles goose bumps, and the result of buried hairs on the body can cause irregular inflammatory reactions and pigmentation scars, which usually require surgical removal of the buried hairs to resolve.
Hyperpigmentation
People who are allergic to hair removal creams should not try medication for hair removal. It is best to apply it to the inside of the elbow first and test for allergies. If there are no reactions such as redness, swelling or itching, then use it on other areas. No matter which method is used, it will cause slight damage to the skin. After hair removal, it is necessary to moisturize and protect the skin from the sun, otherwise the skin will be injured and pigmentation will occur.