While body hair is becoming increasingly popular and accepted, it is also perfectly normal to want to get rid of it for the summer. Here are our little tips for easy hair removal.

When we go on holiday, we have only one desire: to relax and chill without worrying about anything other than the freshness of our mojito. It is therefore logical to look for the best way to remove body hair before packing our suitcases. Although beauty salons offer rather attractive hair removal packages, not everyone has the time or means to go there before heading off on holiday. The simplest solution remains to remove the hair yourself. At home, the options are endless: wax, shaving, hair removal creams, electric epilators and other trends have become essentials in our toiletry bags over the last few years. Just like with eyebrow hair removal, the main thing is to find the method that suits you. 

The different hair removal techniques ideal for legs

Waxing 

Waxing involves removing the hair completely, including the bulb. This method considerably slows down hair regrowth and leaves you carefree for a few weeks. Whether using hot or cold wax, you will still need some equipment: a strip to apply the wax, something to heat it, and something to prepare it if it is not already ready. It also takes time, as you need to be able to sit down for at least half an hour to perfect your hair removal in every little nook and cranny. Be careful, hot wax can be dangerous to handle, and the risk of burns is real. 

Shaving

This is probably the fastest solution. But this method has the major disadvantage of only being suitable for occasional use. Going for a swim in the pool? Shave. Going out with your legs showing? Shave. Taking a dip in the sea? Shave… The process must be repeated constantly. That can be off-putting, and above all, we have better things to do on holiday. To reduce the hassle, shaving can be done using a shaving oil. Shaving oil prepares the skin, helps prevent irritation and nicks, and softens the skin while nourishing it and removing the hair. It is worth knowing that so-called shaving oils are completely natural and formulated to slow down hair regrowth. They are practical tools that can be taken absolutely anywhere in your bag to take care of last-minute touch-ups.

Hair removal cream

 A spatula, a layer of cream, and voilà, the hair comes off like magic. How does hair removal cream work? Its effect is less long-lasting than wax but more effective than a razor. The alkaline active ingredients it contains destroy the hair down to the roots by directly attacking the keratin. The process can be frightening, and its somewhat chemical smell can raise questions. In recent years, they have been heavily criticized for a long time before returning to the forefront with more neutral formulations, even suitable for sensitive skin. Long live smooth legs! 

Electric epilator 

Practical, it can also be frightening because it is known to be painful. The electric epilator pulls the hair out by the root! It ensures perfectly smooth skin for days and days. Obviously, in recent years, the market has ensured the creation of increasingly less painful and more effective epilators. Interchangeable heads, adjustable intensities, brands compete to offer the best! Easy to slip into your bag, it can run on a charge and therefore be used pretty much anywhere.

Permanent hair removal 

With laser, permanent hair removal is, as its name suggests, an irreversible procedure. Over several sessions in a salon, permanent hair removal is an increasingly popular hair removal method for those who no longer want to bother with their hair. Possible under the armpits, on the legs, arms and even the bikini line, this hair removal technique uses the power of laser beams to reach the hair bulb and reduce it until nothing remains. Several sessions are necessary depending on the areas, skin type and hair type. 

Waxing at home: good advice for doing it well

Whether it is the legs, the bikini line or the armpits. Waxing at home requires a certain level of care and above all, doing it gently.

For the legs

This is certainly the easiest area to wax, and it is also very likely the one we take the least care of! Before each waxing session, make sure to gently but thoroughly exfoliate your legs. Exfoliation removes dead skin and not only makes it easier to apply the treatment but also to remove the hair. The day before the waxing session, make sure to properly moisturize your skin (although you should moisturize it every day, without exception) to prevent it from being too weakened by the heat of the wax and the harshness of the waxing. Be careful, when using Oriental hot wax, avoid applying the wax twice to the same place, as this can cause irritation or burns.

But also for the rest of the body

The armpits: to keep them perfectly soft and smooth, without irritating them. Make sure to prepare the area to avoid any discomfort. The day before, you can plan to moisturize your armpits with a vegetable oil (like coconut oil!). The nourished skin will be stronger to withstand the waxing, which can be painful under the armpits! Obviously, choose wax strips suitable for this area.

The bikini line: just like the armpits, it is a delicate area. But waxing remains the best way to remove the hair without fearing its sudden return in the middle of the holidays. Full bikini, bikini, Brazilian, metro ticket, classic… Bikini waxing is varied and can thus suit all situations! However, be careful with the full bikini, as it is increasingly contraindicated by specialists who insist that pubic hair is not there by chance… It actually protects against infections and the risk of irritation! Oriental wax (soft and hot) is perfectly suited for removing hair from this delicate area. Before any waxing, perform a light exfoliation (which will remove dead skin and facilitate the removal of the hair from the root). Be careful not to do it more than once a month.

Shaving at home: How to make the result last?

For a long-lasting result, shaving is clearly not the most popular. Indeed, you generally have to repeat the process every two days (if not sooner, as everyone's hairiness is different). However, you can cheat a little and make shaving last a bit longer. To do this, use the right tips:

• Shave in the direction of the hair: contrary to what you might think and above all what is generally done, shave in the direction of hair growth! And not the other way around. This method helps prevent irritation but above all unsightly ingrown hairs.
• Check the condition of your blades: for optimal effectiveness, make sure your blades are nice and sharp! A dull blade can be dangerous.
• Never shave dry: it is a mistake we have all made… And surely regretted! Shaving dry inevitably causes significant skin irritation, and can also lead to cuts that are more or less painful. Shave with gel or a shaving oil specially designed for the process. Some even go as far as slowing down hair regrowth.
• Moisturize your legs: before, after, all the time! Moisturizing your legs should never be neglected, in winter or summer.
• Carefully shave bony areas: at the knees and ankles, always be very careful because that is where the razor can most often hurt us.