Plucking/Waxing

Removal of hair by plucking is often the first method employed, and can be performed on a spot-treatment basis with tweezers, or over a larger area using an electronic device. With this technique, hair is removed at the root as the entire shaft and bulb are removed from the skin. Although the effect typically lasts for several weeks, this method is not prac­tical for larger surface areas with a large number of hair, and there can be pain associated with the process. Another method of hair removal that is commonly used is waxing. Warm wax is applied to the skin and then removed, pulling hair out from the root. This procedure is used in the facial area, torso, and legs and lasts for several weeks, similar to plucking. Side effects common to this procedure include skin irritation, redness, as well as pain.

Updated: September 16, 2015 — 3:07 am