Safe hair removal in the bikini area. Care of the bikini area after depilation. Advantages and disadvantages of hair removal at home
Getting rid of unwanted body hair is currently carried out in a large number of ways. Some methods help for many years, these are often referred to as hair removal.
In other ways, you can remove the hair at the root for several days or even weeks. This is depilation. Hair removal in the bikini area is now perceived as achieving the ideal of grooming, when the figure, face, hair, nails are already in order, and the finishing touches need to be added.
Depilation technique
To begin with, I propose to deal with the terms denoting the volume of the ongoing hair removal procedure in the bikini area.
classic
Classic bikini involves removing hair under the thong, so that the hair does not peek out from under the edges of the linen.
Deep
During deep bikini epilation, hair is removed from the pubis and from the inner thighs. The hair on the labia and in the intergluteal fold is not touched.
brazilian
Brazilian or total bikini involves the removal of hair from the pubis, labia, folds between the buttocks, buttocks. This removes all hair in the bikini area. It is the total hair removal that is most often resorted to by lovers of intimate haircuts and bikini design, as this allows you to keep the “hairstyle” for a long time and not spoil the impression of the pattern with the appearance of growing hair.
Increasingly, men are resorting to bikini design as a way of self-expression. And before that, they also do a total epilation. In a number of salons there is no such gradation as given above, there is a classic and deep bikini, during which the hair growing along the edge of the linen and from the entire surface of the crotch are removed respectively. In our article, we will use the term "deep bikini" precisely in the meaning of removing all hair from the inner thighs, pubis, genitals, intergluteal folds and buttocks.
bikini area
Depilation means the removal of unwanted hair from the root without destroying the hair follicle, because over time they grow back. Usually growth resumes in the second or third week after depilation.
You can use special lotions and sprays that contain substances that slow down growth. But, as a rule, such cosmetics have low efficiency and a short duration of action.
The duration of the effect is up to 7-10 days up to 3-4 weeks. The cream can cause allergies, bruises, abrasions, "bloody dew".
| Comparison criteria | cream | Sugar | Wax | stripes |
| mode of action | dissolves part of the hair above the skin | sugar, when solidified, sticks the hair to itself and, when removed, pulls the hair out by the root | only hot wax is used, which, when solidified, glues the hair and, when removed, pulls it out by the root | the strip is glued with the waxed side to the hair, which is then removed with a sharp movement |
| efficiency | effective only if you use a cream that can be applied to mucous membranes | effectively, subject to a number of conditions regarding t about sugar and air in the room, the presence of the necessary skills and experience of the master | effective when the wax is heated properly so that it is hot enough, but does not burn the skin, the experience of the master | not suitable for the bikini and underarm areas, as a thin layer of cold wax cannot capture and hold the thick hair of these areas |
| ease of use | can be used on its own | it is almost impossible to carry out the procedure on your own, since frozen sugar must be removed according to hair growth, and hair in different parts of the perineum can grow in different directions | it is impossible to carry out the procedure on your own, since it is inconvenient to apply hot wax to the perineal area, you need to remove hair against growth, and in different parts of the perineum, hair can grow in different directions | you can try to remove hair in the pubic area and along the underwear line yourself, but there is a high risk of skin damage and the formation of hematomas |
Creams are perhaps the only method of hair removal that can be used in emergency cases, except, perhaps, a razor, since only this method allows you to remove hair without irritation on the skin.
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Women's intimate places
Epilation involves the removal of hair, which is accompanied by the destruction of the hair follicle and a persistent violation of hair growth.
| Comparison criteria | Electrolysis | Photoepilation | Laser hair removal | Elos hair removal |
| mechanism of action | electrical discharge affects the hair follicle and destroys it, thus hair growth is disturbed | a light pulse acts on the skin with hair follicles, selectively destroys the pigmented cells of the shaft and hair follicles, seals the vessel that feeds the follicle | the laser beam selectively affects pigmented cells containing melanin and blood cells containing hemoglobin, the hair shaft and bulb are destroyed, the vessel going to the follicle is sealed | the combined effect of light and electromagnetic pulses leads to the destruction of the cells of the hair follicle and the vessel that feeds it |
| efficiency | the effectiveness of the method is low, since only those follicles are destroyed where the discharge was accurately hit in the growth zone | the method is effective in the case of skin light type 1-3 (light) and dark hair, light, red, gray, thin and vellus hair are not removed | depending on the type of laser, it is possible to carry out the procedure for people with skin light types from 1 to 6, on hair from dark to light blond, except for gray, light, thin, vellus | can be used on people with skin light types from 1 to 3, removes any hair, including thin, red, blond, gray |
| duration of the procedure | few hours | 20-40 minutes | 20-40 minutes | 20-40 minutes |
| effect duration | long-term, often lifelong | several years, may last a lifetime | several years, may last a lifetime | |
| number of procedures | large, determined individually | from 6-7 to 10-15 | 5 to 10 | from 6 to 12-15 |
| soreness | very painful procedure | painful | painful | painful |
| ingrown hair | No | No | No | No |
| risk of burns | There is | There is | There is | There is |
| risk of pigmentation | There is | There is | There is | There is |
| irritation after the procedure | There is | There is | There is | May be |
Male intimate areas
Men's hair removal is also carried out, but it requires a special approach and certain skills from the specialist who performs it.
This is related:
- with the growth of coarser and coarse hair in men in the bikini area;
- with the presence of excess skin, which is especially necessary to consider when conducting depilation, as the risk of skin injury increases;
- with the frequent occurrence of an erection in a man during the procedure, which requires it to be carried out using a condom.
In many salons, prices for hair removal in the bikini area for men are higher, as the master has to work with a larger area and more hair. Men have their own preferences. They are more likely to choose wax.
How to prepare for the procedure
There is practically no preparation for depilation, except for taking a shower before the procedure. It is desirable that the length of the hair be at least 4-5 mm, so that the hair shaft is sufficient to capture and remove the hair from the root.
Epilation requires preparation:
- limiting sun exposure;
- restriction on plucking and pulling out hair from the root, you can only shave or remove hair with a cream;
- you should shave your hair a day or two before the procedure;
- do not apply cosmetics to the skin, as this increases the likelihood of burns.
Video: Deep Bikini Hair Removal
Anesthesia
Any of the above methods of getting rid of unwanted hair is painful, except for using a razor and cream.
The intensity of pain depends on:
- from the method of hair removal;
- the device used and the selected mode;
- from the skills of the master conducting the procedure;
- the patient's sensitivity to pain.
Based on all of the above, we can conclude that it is unlikely that the pain of shugaring is less than hair removal with hot wax, or the pain of Elos hair removal is less than laser hair removal.
Much depends on the master and on the day of the menstrual cycle on which the procedure is performed. For most women, sensitivity increases before menstruation and during their course, because this period is not the best for hair removal.
Photo: Emla cream If you have to do depilation or epilation on unfavorable days or the procedure is always painful for you, then you can use special local anesthetics that are applied to the skin in the area of \u200b\u200bthe intended treatment. The most popular are Emla ointment and lidocaine sprays.
Do not expect that the agent applied to the skin will completely anesthetize the procedure. Usually the sensitivity is reduced by 30-50%, so you will also have to tune in morally.
Some women get rid of hair in the bikini area because, on the contrary, this is the most painless period for them. Someone has to do it before a vacation on the beach, on the most inopportune days for this. Usually, the masters meet the wishes of their clients and take them to the procedure, subject to the use of a tampon or a special menstrual cup. 
Epilation during pregnancy
Pregnancy is a period of significant hormonal changes. And hair follicles are very sensitive to hormonal changes. Therefore, any methods will be simply ineffective. The possible risk to the fetus from exposure to light, laser, electrical impulses should also be taken into account.
Depilation during pregnancy is carried out if the procedure has been performed many times and is easily tolerated before pregnancy, as well as if the pregnancy proceeds without problems. There are cases when pregnant women do bikini waxing shortly before going to the hospital.
But still, many masters are afraid to take pregnant women for the procedure, since pain during hair removal can lead to an increase in the tone of the uterus and create a threat of fetal hypoxia and premature birth.
Harm and consequences
Depilation
- Ingrown hair is the most common complication of the procedure. The use of softening and moisturizing creams can solve the problem for many, while some end up either suffering from ingrown hairs or refusing to depilate.
- Skin injury, such as abrasions and bruises, are characteristic of shugaring and waxing and appear when there is insufficient tension on the skin during tearing off the composition with hair.
- Skin irritation and redness when using a cream, it can be a symptom of an allergy; after sugar and wax, it indicates poor preparation of the skin for the procedure; it happens after repeated application of the composition to the same area.
Epilation
- Skin burns can occur when the skin is damaged before the procedure by the sun, cosmetic procedures, improper selection of the operating mode of the device, increased skin sensitivity to exposure.
- Skin irritation.
- Folliculitis may appear after the first epilation procedures as a reaction to profuse sweating.
Price
This cost in some salons does not include hair removal in the crease between the buttocks, so it has to be paid separately. Be sure to clarify all the nuances at the consultation..
FAQ
What is the difference between bikini epilation and deep epilation?
Bikini epilation involves removing hair along the edge of the linen. Deep bikini is the removal of hair from the pubis and external genitalia.
When is the best time to do it?
In both cases, it is better to do it when the hair growth on the treated area is sufficiently restored.
How is epilation done?
Specially prepared skin is treated with light, laser, electric pulses over the entire area of visible hair growth with the capture of adjacent areas of smooth skin. After the procedure, a healing spray or panthenol-type cream is applied to the skin.
How often can you do sugaring?
Sugaring can be done when the hair grows 4-5 mm. This can happen at a different pace for everyone. But on average, one procedure is required every two to three, sometimes four weeks.
How long does the cream last?
This largely depends on the color of the hair and skin. Blond hair will be less noticeable, and therefore it can be removed at long intervals, for example, once every 6-10 days. Thick dark hair will become noticeable already on the third or fourth day after removal, and therefore they will have to be removed more often.
Is the procedure painful?
The bikini area is sensitive, so the procedure is often painful, especially in the area where the skin transitions into the mucosa.
Can hair be removed permanently?
Hair removal methods allow you to get rid of hair for several years, and sometimes for life. Depilation gives only a temporary effect.
Photos before and after hair removal deep bikini
Epilation of the bikini area requires a special approach. There are a huge number of nerve endings here, which cause unbearable pain during epilation. In addition, the bikini area is characterized by very delicate and sensitive skin, which does not allow the use of the usual methods of hair removal.
There are many ways to epilate the bikini area. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages. You can entrust this procedure to specialists in the salon, who, using special devices, will perform bikini hair removal without pain and for a long time. However, many women prefer to do intimate hair removal at home. For them, our next tips.
Ways to epilate the bikini area at home
Epilator and bikini area: little tricks
One of the reliable and safe ways to epilate the bikini area is epilation using depilatory machines. The electric epilator pulls out hairs from the root, so it helps to get rid of unwanted hairs for almost a month. A significant disadvantage of this method is severe pain. For this reason, women with very hard, thick hairs cannot use the epilator. If this method suits you, use little tricks.
1. Steaming. To reduce pain, steam the skin before the procedure, then epilate the bikini with an epilator, while plucking the hairs against hair growth, slightly stretching the skin.
2. Shaving in water. Choose an epilator that can work in water. Water relaxes the skin and nerve endings, so the pain during epilation is reduced several times.
3. Cooling nozzles. Some epilators are equipped with special cooling caps for sensitive areas, the cold eases the painful procedure.
4. Cream with an anesthetic effect. If the skin is very sensitive to pain, it is possible to carry out the procedure comfortably with the help of an anesthetic cream, such as lidocaine. Apply it preferably 20 minutes before epilation.
Important points when using the epilator:
It is better to pull out the hairs that are not captured by the machine with tweezers.
After the procedure, disinfect the skin and do not wear tight underwear for an hour.
Some women experience ingrown hairs when using an epilator in their bikini area. In this case, the regular use of the scrub will help, as well as the implementation of simple procedures to prevent ingrown.
Laser hair removal bikini
Laser epilation of the bikini area - the most painless way of epilation of all known. During the procedure, you will only feel a slight tingling sensation. The result of laser hair removal lasts for a very long time, and after several procedures, you can achieve permanent hair removal. Laser hair removal is now available at home thanks to the introduction of portable laser epilators on the market. There is only one disadvantage of this method - the high price of the device.
Waxing
Epilation of the bikini area can also be done using the usual waxing. Waxing- This is epilation with wax, which can be cold, warm or hot. For the bikini area, warm or hot wax is best, as the heat opens the pores of the skin, makes it easier to pull out the hair, and reduces pain.
How to make at home? - Ready wax should be bought in cassettes or in a jar. It is also recommended to purchase special paper strips.
The wax is heated (the required temperature is indicated on the package) and applied to the skin.
For convenience, a paper strip is applied on top, smoothed several times.
We expect from 20 seconds to 2 minutes (it all depends on the type of wax that you have purchased). Slightly cooled wax strips are sharply torn off the skin, holding it with fingertips.
It is convenient to remove wax residues from the skin with a cotton swab with vegetable oil.
The effect of waxing keeps for about a month. Just remember that this procedure requires some skill. On the delicate skin in the bikini area, with the inept use of wax, bruises and bruising may appear. Also, hot wax can leave a burn on the skin, so the first procedure is best done by a professional master.
Sugar waxing bikini
Hair removal method sugaring(hair removal with hardened sugar) women, perhaps, choose in most cases for epilation of the bikini area. Bikini sugar waxing is a very old, reliable and affordable method that has many advantages. It is suitable for women with sensitive skin and with any type of hair stiffness. Sugar has antimicrobial properties, hypoallergenic, therefore, does not cause inflammation and irritation on the skin.
How to do: it is more convenient to buy ready-made sugaring paste marked "for the bikini zone". If we prepare the composition ourselves, it is recommended to add honey, chamomile and walnut tincture to the sugar mass. These components disinfect the skin, and the walnut destroys the hair follicle, slows down hair growth, and prevents their ingrowth.
Bikini depilation at home
If you cannot endure pain at all, you can get rid of annoying hairs with the help of depilation - when the hair is not removed from the root, but only their protruding part from the surface of the skin. The effect of depilation does not last long - from several days to a week, then it is necessary to repeat the procedure again and again. There are several ways to depilate.
Mechanical depilation . For mechanical depilation, you will need an ordinary razor. After you have prepared and sanitized your skin, shave the hairs in the direction they grow. Then apply special products to the skin after depilation. The disadvantage of mechanical depilation is that in a few days spiky hairs grow and the procedure must be repeated.
Chemical depilation cream . In chemical depilation, hair is removed using a special chemical depilation cream. The chemical composition of the cream destroys the hair almost to the very root, therefore, after depilation with the cream, black dots from the hair are not visible on the skin, and the result lasts about a week. To depilate the bikini area with cream, apply depilatory cream to the skin and leave for the time indicated in the instructions. The cream is removed with a special spatula along with fallen hairs.
The chemical method of depilation of the bikini area is not suitable for you if you have very sensitive skin, or if it has inflammation, irritation or small cuts.
Chemical bleaching . Some women prefer to bleach their bikini area hair with hydrogen peroxide. Hair becomes brittle, fluffy, then dry out and fall off.
To make a chemical depilation of the bikini zone, a brightener is applied to the skin, washed off after a certain time. The hair becomes discolored and becomes very thin. For complete destruction of the hairs, it is necessary to wipe them out during the day with a solution of hydrogen peroxide and ammonia. Soon they will disappear completely.
Modern cosmetology allows any woman to choose the appropriate method of hair removal. Don't feel sorry for your beauty!
The bikini area is the most delicate and sensitive. Hair in this place perform a number of important functions. Among them, protection against infections, thermoregulation. During intimacy, vegetation prevents irritation and retains the aroma of pheromones. However, modern trends dictate their own rules and more and more people, both men and women, prefer smoothness to natural hairline. To achieve the desired effect, they use various methods of hair removal: from traditional wax to hardware laser. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages that you should be aware of before proceeding with the procedure.
Like many questions in medicine and cosmetology, there is no definite answer about deep bikini hair removal. Some experts adhere to conservative views and do not recommend getting rid of the protective cover. Others are convinced that the hair removal procedure is a necessary part of intimate hygiene. Consider all the pros and cons objectively.
Table: pros and cons of the procedure
However, despite all the disadvantages of deep bikini hair removal, with the right approach, they can be minimized. Follow the suggested recommendations and feel free to wear open underwear on smooth skin.
How to do deep bikini hair removal
There are many ways to solve the problem of excess hair in the bikini area: wax strips, sugar paste, liquid wax or wax in cassettes, epilator, laser, photoepilator, etc. Most of them are easy to repeat at home. In this case, you will have to take care of skin preparation, instruments and sterility on your own.
At home
Almost all manufacturers of professional hair removal equipment produce devices adapted for home use. In particular, this applies to laser and photoepilators. More affordable and cheaper methods of dealing with vegetation are waxing and shugaring.
Do not confuse the procedure of epilation with depilation. The first means the complete removal of the hair along with the follicle. The second removes vegetation only above the surface of the skin.
The effectiveness of home hair removal also depends on the quality of performance. To fully master one technique, you will need to carry out 2-3 procedures. It is also worth taking care of further care to maintain the result.
Waxing
Strips, warm wax or cassettes - any type of material is suitable for the procedure. Hair is removed from the pubis, inner thighs and the intergluteal crease. Technique:
- Clean the bikini area with an antiseptic solution.
- Apply talcum powder or baby powder to your skin to better capture the hairs.
- Apply wax or strip in the direction of growth.
- Press firmly on the paper strip.
- With a sharp movement, remove the wax against the growth line.
- Re-treat the area if necessary.
- Remove wax residue with an oiled cloth.
After the first procedure, redness on the skin may last 1-2 days. Over time, the epidermis will get used to the wax and will react less painfully to it. The hair itself will become thinner and weaker.
Take an anesthetic (Ibuprofen, Tempalgin) 30-40 minutes before the procedure.
For the least discomfort, epilate 1-2 weeks before your period. Also pay attention to the length of the hair. It should be at least 2–3 cm. Contraindications for waxing are:
- diabetes;
- genital herpes;
- elevated temperature;
- allergy to wax and resins;
- skin diseases or injuries.
For allergies or sensitive skin, you should choose a classic wax, which does not contain dyes and flavors.
Wax strips are a convenient tool for epilating not only the deep bikini area, but the entire body. On the packaging, the manufacturer always indicates which zone the product is intended for.
Sugaring
The basis of the procedure is sugar paste. There are many options for its preparation. Of the dishes, you only need a pan with a thick bottom, thanks to which the mass does not burn. Step by step recipe:
- Mix 10 tbsp. l. sugar without a slide, 4 tbsp. l. water, juice of 1/2 lemon and 1/2 tsp. citric acid.
- Put the container on low heat and cover with a lid.
- Boil, stirring regularly. At first, the mass will become transparent, and after boiling, bubbles will appear.
- After 5-7 minutes, the paste will acquire a caramel hue. In this form, remove it from the fire.
- Cool composition to room temperature.
If the finished paste sticks to your hands and you cannot separate the ball from it, then boil the mixture for another 2-3 minutes.
Working with properly prepared sugar mass is easy and convenient. The process is very similar to waxing. Spread a little paste on the hairs against hair growth, and then pluck sharply in the opposite direction. Treat the entire deep bikini area, and rinse off the remnants of the product with warm water.
To relieve irritation after shugaring, apply a light soothing lotion to the skin. Choose cosmetics based on natural oils, plant extracts.
Video: making sugar paste for shugaring
Epilation with an epilator
The epilator is a large number of small tweezers that, during rotation, grab the hair and pull it out by the root. Irritation remains on the skin for several hours, and the process itself is painful. The result at the same time keeps longer, than after wax. Recommendations for a comfortable procedure:
- Pre-treat the area with a lidocaine spray and massage oil.
- Cool the skin with a special nozzle or gel pads.
- Use gentle mode.
- Move the epilator smoothly, against hair growth, at a slight inclination.
- The speed should be increased gradually. For the first time, select the minimum.
Look for detailed instructions for a specific model on the packaging. It also contains precautions and contraindications for using the device.
Some epilators are suitable for use in water. As practice shows, they are more versatile and less painful.
Photoepilation
This method is suitable only for owners of dark hair and fair skin. Under the influence of a light wave, the hair is heated, destroyed, and then completely dies. The whole process takes 1-2 weeks.
The effect of the procedure lasts from one to several months, depending on individual characteristics. With regular repetition for a long time, the hair stops growing completely.
What you need to consider when working with a photoepilator:
- Consult a dermatologist before use.
- For 14 days, refrain from visiting the solarium, the beach.
- The optimal length of the hairs is 2–4 mm.
- Do not combine the procedure with a period of taking medications that increase skin photosensitivity.
The process itself is quick and painless. If the skin is thin and sensitive to light, local anesthesia is applied. Then the device is attached to clean and dry skin. After the signal, you can move the epilator to a new location. It is recommended to do this horizontally - from right to left. For beginners, the process of processing a deep bikini takes from 25 to 40 minutes.
To avoid tingling and burning, cosmetologists recommend using a cooling gel.
In the cabin
The second name for deep bikini hair removal is “Brazilian”. The procedure is carried out using wax, sugar paste or laser. Photoepilators are not used in salons, as they belong to the old generation of equipment. After the session, the skin in the intimate area becomes velvety and soft, which in the best way affects the quality of sexual life and self-esteem in general. The absence of hair allows you to wear open clothes, revealing underwear and swimwear without hesitation.
Laser hair removal
The target for the laser, as well as for the photoepilator, is a dark pigment. Under the influence of the beam, the follicle is destroyed and a new hair will never grow out of it again. To achieve maximum results, you must complete a full course of procedures. On average, their number is 5–7 with an interval of 1.5–2.5 months.
The myth about the dangers of laser hair removal has long been debunked. The beam length is only 1–4 mm. This is enough to reach the hair follicle, but too little for negative effects on the skin and overall health.
The main stages of epilation of the deep bikini zone:
- Preparatory. It includes a consultation with a specialist, a test for susceptibility to the laser, no depilation for 14 days.
- Session. The duration is 10–15 minutes. The master puts the client on the couch, anesthetizes the area and treats it with a laser.
- Post-walk. For 24 hours, the skin should not be rubbed with a washcloth and wetted. Also, within 2-3 weeks, it is recommended to refuse to visit the sauna, swimming pool, solarium.
It is strictly forbidden to carry out the procedure at home. Professional equipment in the wrong hands can lead to burns and other dermatological problems.
No master can give a 100% guarantee that new hairs will not grow after the course. The emergence of new hair follicles is influenced by the hormonal background, the work of the endocrine system and the characteristics of the body.
Video: bikini laser hair removal
Waxing or waxing
Deep bikini waxing with cosmetic wax is a simple, effective and affordable service. In salons, it is performed in two ways - hot and warm wax. The first is less painful due to the high temperature of the material. It is ideal for the delicate area. The second involves the use of strips that cause some discomfort. It is most often used for hands and feet.
Together with unnecessary hairs, wax removes the stratum corneum of the epidermis. Such peeling gives the skin additional smoothness and silkiness.
Step by step procedure with hot wax:
- The master checks the length of the hair. It should be at least 0.5 cm.
- The bikini area is treated with a special tonic with fruit acids to cleanse and prevent ingrown hairs.
- Wax is applied with a wooden spatula along the hairline.
- The cooled mass is sharply removed with a spatula against the growth line.
- Wax residues are removed with a lotion that nourishes and softens the skin.
- To fix the result, a cream is applied to the epilated area, which slows down hair growth.
The whole process takes 30-40 minutes. For those who do hair removal for the first time, irritation disappears within a day. With repeated waxing, redness will disappear in 1-2 hours.
Video: waxing in the salon
Sugar hair removal
An alternative to waxing is sugar hair removal or shugaring (from the English sugar - sugar). To remove hair, a ready-made paste is used. Manufacturers prepare it from sugar and honey. Sometimes soothing or softening components are added to the composition. The sticky substance covers the hairs and removes them along with the root. The only difference between the method is that the frozen sugar mass should be torn off along the hairline.
To combat excess vegetation, shugaring was used by women of ancient Egypt and Persia. Hence, another name for the procedure - Persian hair removal. The pasta recipe reached us only in the 80s, and became widespread already in the early 2000s.
Technique for sugar hair removal in the salon:
- The master puts the client on the couch.
- Wearing gloves, he kneads a small piece of pasta until it is soft and smooth.
- Ready-to-use material is applied to the skin against hair growth.
- After 15-20 seconds, the paste is removed with a sharp movement.
- Remaining product is removed from the skin.
- Finally, the bikini area is treated with a moisturizer.
The advantage of shugaring is safety and environmental friendliness. The paste contains only natural ingredients that do not cause allergies and have a beneficial effect on the epidermis. Also, after the procedure, ingrown hairs are unlikely, and the session itself is quick and almost painless.
Video: shugaring procedure in the salon
How to prepare for deep bikini waxing
Preparation for hardware hair removal begins 1-2 weeks before going to the beautician. You will have to stop taking medications that increase the sensitivity of the skin, prolonged exposure to the sun and visits to the solarium, sauna. Before waxing and sugaring, the listed activities can be stopped 3-4 days in advance.
Mandatory preparatory procedures for all types of hair removal:
- Learn contraindications and check for allergies to wax or laser.
- Choose the correct date. Day 4-7 of the cycle is best.
- Appoint the procedure at lunchtime or in the evening. In the morning, the pain threshold is higher.
- Shave all hair in 3-5 days so that it has time to grow to the desired length (0.5-2 cm).
- Pick up a painkiller and test it.
Before mechanical methods of hair removal (sugaring, electric epilator or wax), the skin should be steamed. It will become less sensitive, and the hairs will come out easier.
The easiest way to steam your skin is to take a warm bath with sea salt. Additionally, the skin can be treated with a scrub or hard washcloth.
The consequences of deep bikini hair removal
Even the best and painless ways to deal with hair in the bikini area are fraught with consequences. Itching or irritation may occur throughout the day. More serious problems after epilation include:
- inflammation of the hair follicles (folliculitis);
- ingrown hair;
- dryness, peeling of the skin;
- accelerated growth of new hair;
- bruising, damage to capillaries;
- burns;
- pigmentation;
- excessive hair growth (hypertrichosis);
- darkening of the skin.
To prevent the appearance of the above, bikinis require daily care. Immediately after the procedure, lubricate the epilated area with an antiseptic (furatsilin, chlorhexidine) or herbal alcohol tincture. Soften skin regularly with hypoallergenic lotions or natural oils (olive, grapeseed, almond). For the prevention of ingrown hairs, use scrubs and special creams, lotions. Avoid frequent wearing of synthetic underwear and tight jeans and trousers.
Deep bikini epilation: does it hurt?
Discomfort during epilation depends on the individual pain threshold. It is very important to relax, mentally prepare for the procedure and trust the master. Causes that affect the appearance of pain:
- fatigue of the skin;
- neglect of the rules of preparation;
- improper use of painkillers;
- painful menstrual cycle;
- hormonal background.
According to statistics, most clients of beauty parlors have a low pain threshold. Hypersensitivity is the exception rather than the norm.
Deep bikini waxing during pregnancy
Hair removal in the deep bikini area during pregnancy is not recommended, but acceptable. Before the procedure, it is important to take into account all the restrictions and choose the safest way. Prohibited:
- laser hair removal;
- photoepilation;
- electrolysis.
- If you have never done epilation before, you should not use this method when carrying a fetus. There is a high probability of stress, increased uterine tone, miscarriage.
- In the early stages (up to 4 months), the fetus is not sufficiently fixed in the uterus, so any effect on the intimate area is contraindicated.
- It is forbidden to resort to the procedure for varicose veins in the groin during pregnancy.
- Refrain from removing hair during periods of increased skin sensitivity.
If there is no urgent need for deep bikini hair removal, then it is better to refuse it altogether. Alternatively, you can choose a disposable razor.
Any modern woman who cares about her appearance will agree that the bikini area should always be smooth and well-groomed. Do not be discouraged if you are sorely lacking finances or time to visit salons - you can clean your skin of unwanted hairs on your own.
The most common method of depilation of the intimate area is a classic shave. All you need for this simple procedure is a quality razor with protective strips and shaving gel. This type of depilation does not require special skills and high financial costs. Keep in mind that the razor only removes the visible part of the hair, which means that in order to maintain flawless skin smoothness, you will have to repeat the shaving procedure daily. Take a warm shower before you start waxing. Machine movements should be carried out exclusively in the direction of hair growth, otherwise ingrown hairs and inflammation of the skin cannot be avoided. To prevent redness in the bikini area, be sure to use a soothing lotion with moisturizing ingredients after shaving. In case of a cut, treat the wound with an antiseptic - herbal tincture, miramistin or chlorhexidine. An alternative shaving option is the use of special depilatory products - gels or creams. To properly perform chemical depilation, read the instructions for the selected depilatory product in advance. Before starting the procedure, be sure to do an allergy test - apply a small amount of the depilator on the wrist or bend of the elbow and wait 3-5 minutes to make sure that there is no allergy to the components of the active composition (owners of sensitive skin should initially pay attention to depilatory products with a hypoallergenic formula). In the absence of itching, burning and other uncomfortable sensations, you can start applying the depilatory cream. After the set time specified in the instructions, carefully remove the depilatory product with hair residue from the delicate area using a special spatula (usually such a small spatula is attached to the cream / gel) and take a shower. Then be sure to moisturize the skin with a light lotion with the effect of slowing down hair growth. Hair regrowth after such depilation begins after 3-4 days. In the presence of cuts and irritations on the skin, chemical depilation will have to be abandoned. Within one or two days after the procedure, you can not sunbathe and use self-tanning products.
To find "your" way of depilation, it is worth trying all the options. Only in this way you can choose the most suitable and comfortable method for removing unwanted vegetation in the bikini area.
Unwanted body hair gives girls a lot of trouble. Fortunately, today there are many ways to make the skin smooth and beautiful.
Since ancient times, women have been fighting unwanted hairs in the bikini area, not only. Today, a lot of different methods of bikini hair removal have been developed for them, with which you can get rid of hair at home or by contacting specialists.
Any girl, woman wants to be perfect. And not only a limited number of hours a day, but 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The ideal image consists not only of hairstyles, makeup, impeccable figure, clothes from the best boutique in the city. It is very important to feel confident. For this, the body must be perfect. In particular, we are talking about the bikini area.
Popular Bikini Hair Removal Methods
The most popular types of bikini hair removal in our time are:
- waxing,
- sugaring,
- chemical epilation,
- photoepilation,
- electrolysis.
Each of these methods has its advantages and disadvantages, let's look at the main types of hair removal in more detail. And also let's talk about what the providers of these services do not always talk about: about the result, contraindications, pain.
How is epilation different from depilation?
Bikini epilation differs from depilation in that the hair is removed by plucking. Regardless of the tool - tweezers, thread, wax, electric epilator - the result will last for quite a long time, smoothness will delight from 7 to 14 days. In reality, more often than 7. This result is achieved by removing the hair root and traumatizing the hair follicle.
Contraindications for this method of bikini hair removal: skin hypersensitivity and altered pain threshold.
Negative factors after the procedure include:
- increased hair growth,
- the transformation of vellus hair into hard,
- ingrown hair,
- possible irritation,
- folliculitis,
- inflammatory swelling.
Traumatic edema is characteristic of the upper lip.
Bikini depilation - shaving
This is the cheapest, easiest and fastest way to get rid of hair in the bikini area. Shaving is an old fashioned way. All you need is a razor, shaving cream and aftershave.
Benefits of the procedure
Hair roots are not damaged, the procedure is painless, there are practically no contraindications (individual hypersensitivity). Of the complications, cuts threaten if you use dangerous razors, and the degeneration of vellus hair into hard ones.
Disadvantages of the procedure
However, this is the most short-lived way to get rid of unwanted hair, as it grows back after 1-2 days, depending on the rate of hair growth. Therefore, the bikini hair removal procedure must be repeated very often, but it does not pass without consequences. Irritation appears on the skin, and the growing hairs become more and more rigid and prickly.
Chemical depilation of bikini
It is also a fairly simple and common method in which special depilatory tools are used. They can be produced in the form of a cream, gel, lotion, aerosols, but their principle of action is the same. They are applied to the skin for a few minutes, and then removed with a spatula or sponge.
The action of depilators is based on the possibility of their chemical composition to destroy the hair shaft on the surface of the skin. The chemicals break down the protein backbone of the hair, allowing it to easily separate from the surface of the skin. However, the hair follicle is not affected, so the hair grows back quickly enough with such hair removal.
Benefits of the procedure
Unlike shaving, the skin stays smooth a little longer, and the growing hairs do not itch as much. The cosmetic value, depending on the preparation used, ranges from 3 to 10 days.
Minuses
A huge disadvantage of depilators is possible allergic reactions and chemical burns. Possible adverse reactions from superficial to deep burns with subsequent scarring; more often everything is limited to local skin reactions.
Bikini waxing
Bikini waxing, also called waxing or bioepilation, is a fairly effective procedure. It is carried out using resin or wax, both at home and in salons. This method came to us from ancient times, Nefertiti herself used it.
This method consists in applying liquid wax to the skin, which hardens after a while and breaks off along with the hairs frozen in it. The procedure is ideal for girls with abundant vegetation in the legs, underarms and bikini area.
Advantages
Wax also does an excellent job of removing unwanted hair, allowing the skin to remain smooth for a long time. Due to the fact that the hairs are removed from the root, they grow back only after 4 weeks.
Flaws
However, such epilation of the bikini zone is very painful and not every girl is able to cope with it on her own.
Therefore, in this case, it is best to contact the salon. In addition, with self-hair removal with hot wax, burns are possible, but a professional will be able to correctly carry out the procedure and reduce pain. Over time, after each procedure, the hairs become thinner, and most of them simply stop growing, while the rest break out more and more easily, reducing the pain of the epilation procedure.
Waxing at home
At home, warm or cold wax is usually used. Such wax and wax strips can be purchased at any cosmetic store. The strips are heated between the palms, applied to the skin and torn off against hair growth. Cold waxing is the most painful type of waxing, but also the easiest and cheapest. Its effect lasts for about two weeks.
Advantages
Warm wax epilation keeps the bikini area smooth for longer. In addition, during the procedure, the heat of the wax warms the skin, reducing the pain of the procedure. Such wax is sold in special cassettes heated to 40 degrees, which is then applied to the skin. The result of warm waxing lasts about 3 weeks.
After epilation of the bikini area with wax, carefully remove the wax residue with a special cloth to avoid ingrown hairs.
Minuses
The disadvantages include again soreness. In addition, to perform the procedure effectively, you need to "get used to it."
Sugar waxing bikini
Today, sugar bikini waxing, also called sugaring, is becoming more popular. For epilation, a thick sugar paste is used here, which is applied to the skin and removed with the help of hands.
Advantages
Due to the fact that this paste captures only the hairs and does not stick to the skin, this type of hair removal is almost painless and does not cause irritation.
Sugar paste is removed along with the hairs without affecting the skin. The hairs are removed in the direction of growth, so their ingrowth is excluded. And they begin to grow in about 3-4 weeks.
Minuses
The disadvantages include time costs, as well as the presence of certain experience in order to obtain an effective result.
Bikini epilator
Epilation with an electric epilator consists in plucking hairs in the bikini area. Many modern devices are equipped with painkillers, cooling and massage attachments that reduce pain during epilation. They are also equipped with shaving heads and trimmers. Some are even capable of working underwater.
pros
Thanks to the removal of the hair from the root, epilation becomes easier and painless every time. And the effect of such bikini hair removal lasts about 2-3 weeks.
Minuses
This procedure is quite painful.
Bikini electrolysis
This is a fairly effective and safe way to epilate a bikini - it can get rid of unwanted hair forever.
During such epilation of the bikini zone, each hair is processed separately, so the procedure takes a lot of time. The hair shaft passes an electric current, which destroys its shaft. To completely get rid of hair, one session is not enough - it will take at least 6, at intervals of 4-6 weeks.
pros
Excellent result.
Minuses
This method of bikini hair removal requires patience and time from girls, as well as a lot of money. It is possible that the hair follicle will wake up again, for example, in the event of a hormonal change.
The high frequency current damages the follicle, after which the hair is pulled out. The effect is persistent for smooth hair, does not work on curly hair. The method is dangerous with hyperpigmentation, ingrown hairs, burns and scars, folliculitis.
Bikini photoepilation
Photoepilation offers hair removal in the bikini area using impulsive light, destroying the bulb at the very base, regardless of its depth.
pros
With the help of it, large areas of the skin are processed, and the procedure is quite quick and painless.
Minuses
This bikini hair removal is not suitable for everyone and is not used on tanned skin.
Laser hair removal bikini
Laser hair removal bikini is contraindicated in areas with light, red and gray hair, moderately painful. Light-thermal hair removal is painless and has no restrictions on hair color.
pros
The result is stable, but the complete cessation of hair growth occurs after a course of procedures, the number of which varies individually.
Before and after bikini hair removal, you need to stay in the shade, use sunscreen.
Contraindications:
- excessive insolation,
- hypersensitivity,
- inflammatory diseases in the acute stage,
- taking medications.
The list of complications is long:
- peeling,
- edema,
- erythema (redness),
- hyperpigmentation,
- angioectasia,
- at low power, on the contrary, increased hair growth,
- with a large - burns,
- moderate pain.
Enzymatic hair removal bikini
The essence of enzyme epilation is as follows. Enzymes are applied to the cleaned area of the skin to be treated (classic hair removal with wax or sugar). After that, the skin is heated by an apparatus with infrared rays. Enzymes, under the influence of infrared rays, penetrate deep into the skin to the hair follicles and destroy them.
The result is a stable result of epilation.
Minuses
Do not use for people with individual intolerance to the drug and with contraindications for thermal procedures (neoplasms, inflammatory diseases in the acute phase, diseases in the stage of decompensation, etc.). In addition, you can not do such a procedure on the face.
pros
- safety,
- painlessness,
- long lasting effect.
If you take into account contraindications, then side effects will not occur.
Ultrasonic bikini hair removal
Ultrasonic hair removal = ultrasound + germ cell growth inhibitor.
pros
After 1 procedure, the effect lasts for 2-3 weeks. For complete hair removal, 10-12 procedures are needed (their number may vary individually, more often upwards).
Minuses
Expensive price and the presence of contraindications.
Contraindications: contraindications for ultrasound. Alas, it is likely that coarse hair, folliculitis, ingrown hairs, hematomas, transient angioectasias will decorate the bouquet of positive results and emotions.
To determine the sensitivity of your own skin, it is necessary to use bikini epilation first on a limited area. But before that, if your choice fell on electro-, laser-, ultrasonic, light-thermal effects or photoepilation, contact your therapist and / or physiotherapist to clarify the issue of contraindications.
How to slow down hair growth
In order for the effect to be preserved for a long time, you need to use creams that slow down the development of the hair follicle. According to popular belief, hair should be removed during the waning moon.
Effective remedies against accelerated hair growth are:
- green grape juice;
- olive oil mixed with lemon juice in equal proportions;
- water decoction of walnut partitions (only freshly prepared is always used);
- alcohol tinctures from unripe walnuts or pine nuts (medical alcohol is poured into a glass dish filled with the ingredient. After 2 weeks of infusion in the dark, the product will be ready). Before use, it is diluted with water in a ratio of 8: 3.
How to care for a bikini after depilation?
- During the week it is forbidden to sunbathe, swim in natural reservoirs and pools. Forget about visiting the sauna or bath.
- The skin in the bikini area is wiped with decoctions of sage, chamomile or chlorhexidine solution.
- After depilation, the epidermis is moisturized with a cream or specialized oil.
- Use an ingrown hair scrub twice a week.
Which of the above methods do you choose? Share your tips with us!
