Which is your favorite?

In this article, we aim to assist you in resolving queries such as
Which hair removal method is the most painful?
Is laser hair removal effective?
How should we care for our skin when removing hair?
Therefore, we will explain the most relevant hair removal methods available in the market.

WAXING

One of the most common methods for eliminating unwanted hair is waxing. This involves applying hot wax that adheres to the skin and, when stretched, pulls the hair out from the root. The results are long-lasting (2-3 weeks), and its main drawbacks include the pain (for obvious reasons) and the recommendation to avoid sun exposure after waxing, as the depilated areas may become red.

SHAVING WITH A RAZOR

When discussing razors, we refer to shaving, not depilation, as the razor removes hair protruding from the skin but does not affect the follicle. For this reason, the results are much shorter-lived (3-4 days). Razors are often an appealing option in terms of speed and cost, but have you considered the time spent shaving and the investment in razors due to frequent repetition of the process?

HOME LASER HAIR REMOVAL DEVICES

On the market, we find home hair removal systems labeled as laser. This description is inaccurate, as these devices operate with Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) rather than laser, thus having a limited number of pulses.

This equipment allows for hair weakening, but generally does not provide the energy required for permanent hair removal.

DEPILATORY CREAMS

A widely used hair removal treatment, thanks to its speed and being entirely painless, is the depilatory cream, which involves applying the cream to the area to be depilated, waiting a few minutes, and then removing it. Its effectiveness is similar to that of a razor, as it only eliminates the hair protruding from the skin without removing follicles, making the results last 3-4 days. Additionally, it is advised to conduct a patch test on a small area before use, as it may irritate the skin or cause issues for more sensitive skin types.

LASER HAIR REMOVAL

Finally, there is laser hair removal, which is based on selective photothermolysis, involving the removal of selected tissues, in this case, the hair follicle, through the heat exerted by the laser light. This type of hair removal allows for the permanent elimination of body hair, as it not only removes the hair but also prevents its regrowth.

Regarding the cost of the treatment, it will vary depending on the number of sessions required by each skin type and body area or the number of body areas where depilation is required. However, after a few sessions, you will be free from hair permanently, without needing other products or treatments in the future, beyond occasional touch-up sessions.

Lastly, and not least important, laser hair removal offers many benefits for the skin, as it promotes cellular regeneration and the synthesis of collagen and elastin, helps address ingrown hairs, fade scars, and treat conditions such as folliculitis or pseudofolliculitis, hirsutism, and hypertrichosis.

We recommend always visiting specialized hair removal centers with highly skilled professionals and effective, comfortable devices like Initia, a system developed by Asirox for the permanent destruction of hair.