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Hair removal from the arms can be either temporary or permanent, depending on your preference and your budget. The methods suggested here can be applied to the legs too.
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Shave your arms using shaving foam, shaving cream or even hair conditioner and a razor. This method is only temporary and hair starts to grow back in 1 to 3 days.
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Apply shaving foam or shaving cream.Advertisement
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Using a razor, shave arms in the opposite direction of hair growth.
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Moisturize to make sure your skin doesn't dry or become irritated. [1] X Trustworthy Source Harvard Medical School Harvard Medical School's Educational Site for the Public Go to source
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Although this isn't a hair removal method, this can be easier and less hassle than the other methods, because it just lightens the hairs so that you can't see them rather than removing them completely. [9]
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Heather Richmond, MD
Board Certified Dermatologist
Expert Interview. 24 September 2020.
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Patch test the product on a small area of your arm for around 15 minutes. If it irritates your skin, do not continue to use it. [10] X Research source
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Apply a body hair waxing kit to the area and apply for the stated time. (Usually around 10 minutes).
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Remove a small amount of the product from a small area to check if it's done. If not, cover the patch back up and leave on for around 5 minutes.
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Use cool water to rinse the skin. This will get rid of the bleach.
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Moisturize the skin to stop it from becoming dry or cracked. [11] X Research source
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QuestionHow do I stop arm hair from growing?Karina Villalta is a certified Esthetician and Owner of Oh Sweet and Sugar and Shears, a skincare and hair removal service located in Seattle and Kirkland, Washington. With over eight years of experience, Karina specializes in eyebrow shaping, a hair removal technique called sugaring, and organic facials. Karina started her career and was trained at Benefit Cosmetics Brow Bar. Since opening her own business, Karina ensures her clients are educated about their skin and helps them implement personalized skincare routines.You can get laser hair removal to get rid of your hair. It does take multiple sessions before you see results though.
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QuestionAfter I wax my arms and put on a sweater, why does it feel oily? Sometimes I don't want to wear short sleeves.TheArtOfSarcasmCommunity AnswerIt may be because of the texture of your sweater. Instead, try putting on a jacket or something that will feel different on your arms.
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QuestionHow long does this take to work?HumanBeingTop AnswererThe various methods take different amounts of time. Shaving is fastest, while laser treatment can take weeks.
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Warnings
- Be careful when shaving, you could cut yourself.Thanks
- Before hair laser removal, make sure you have a consultation with the company you're considering getting it done at first. This helps you make sure it's the right decision for you.Thanks
- If you have dark skin, bleaching the hair may temporarily lighten your skin in patches.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/how-to-moisturize-your-skin
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZTz382TtuV8
- ↑ https://www.oglf.org/how-to-use-an-epilator/
- ↑ https://www.oglf.org/how-to-use-an-epilator/
- ↑ Heather Richmond, MD. Board Certified Dermatologist. Expert Interview. 24 September 2020.
- ↑ Karina Villalta. Certified Esthetician. Expert Interview. 19 August 2020.
- ↑ https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/laser-hair-removal/about/pac-20394555
- ↑ Heather Richmond, MD. Board Certified Dermatologist. Expert Interview. 24 September 2020.
- ↑ Heather Richmond, MD. Board Certified Dermatologist. Expert Interview. 24 September 2020.
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