In the summer, girls are most afraid of having unsightly hair on their bodies. It's because when wearing tank tops, skirts, shorts, and even bikinis, revealing a “hairy sight” can be a major buzzkill. To avoid this situation, girls must take care of their unwanted hair! We’ve got you covered with 6 tried-and-tested hair removal methods to help you enjoy a worry-free summer!

Removing small amounts of hair

Plucking

Plucking involves removing hair at the follicle level with a pair of tweezers or a thread. While this method is effective for touch-ups and small areas like eyebrows, it can be painful and may easily trigger inflamed hair follicles and red, swollen skin. So, it's recommended to use plucking sparingly and only for small areas.

Shaving

Shaving is a cheap, fast and convenient way to get rid of unwanted hair. Girls can use a traditional razor or an electric shaver – both are beginner-friendly options, but remember to apply lotion beforehand to protect your skin. The downside of this method is that it can only last for 2-3 days. Sometimes, it can even cause unsightly black spots and ingrown hairs.

Threading

It is a traditional method to get rid of facial hair. A technician will first apply cosmetic powder to your face, hold a piece of thread, with one end fixed around their thumb and the other end in their teeth, and then start moving the thread over your face. It is a precise method only used for the face and is often painful, and may also cause injury.

Removing moderate amounts of hair

Waxing

Waxing is suitable for large areas of hair removal, such as legs. You’ll need to apply the wax and then cover it with a cloth strip. After waiting for a while, you can quickly pull it off along with the hair. It sounds painful, right? That's why some people prefer using hot wax for hair removal. You’ll heat the wax to a temperature similar to that of the skin before applying it to the skin. This method is less painful because the pores naturally open up when exposed to heat. However, heating and removing the wax yourself can lead to skin damage, so it’s better to find a professional to help you.

Hair removal cream

This method uses a chemical substance called calcium thioglycolate to dissolve the hair. You only need to apply the cream on the hairy area, wait a bit, and then wipe it off to remove the hair. While this process is painless, the chemical ingredients can sometimes cause redness, swelling, or allergic reactions on the skin. If you have a lot of hair and need to use this method frequently, it can also burden your skin.

Removing large amounts of hair

Intense pulsed light (IPL) hair removal

IPL hair removal works by targeting the melanin in the hair follicle with a specific wavelength of light, which selectively damages the follicles and sends them to a dormant state. However, as IPL uses a range of light colours, the light source is more scattered and less concentrated, therefore delivering less effective result when compared to laser hair removal. Plus, it requires 10-20 sessions to achieve visible results, and hair will still grow back in the treated area after the sessions. So, IPL is not an option for those who want permanent and genuine hair removal.

Laser hair removal

Laser hair removal is now the most sought-after way to get rid of unwanted hair. It uses a high-energy, monochromatic light source to directly destroy the melanin in the hair follicle to halt hair growth. You can get rid of hair permanently with just 4-8 sessions. Thanks to advanced technology, even with high-energy lasers, you can enjoy a pain-free process with the use of high-tech cooling techniques. That's why laser hair removal is so popular among beauty lovers. However, it's important to have the treatment performed by a trained professional to ensure safety.

Laser Hair Removal for Asian Skin

DR REBORN’s Lumenis® Laser Hair Removal Treatment

Melanin levels vary with skin tones, making it challenging for lasers to locate hair follicles in pale or dark skin, reducing the effectiveness of the treatment. But no worries, our Lumenis® Laser Hair Removal Treatment uses a laser wavelength of 800 nm, specially designed for Asians with any skin tone. With two probe sizes of 9x9mm and 23x35mm, a larger area of skin can be covered, reducing the duration and frequency of sessions. With only 4-6 treatment sessions, you can get rid of any amount of unwanted hair permanently!

The treatment features a patented cooling system called ChillTip™ Contact Cooling. This system cools down your skin instantly, ensuring a comfortable and pain-free heat sensation during the process. Our well-trained and professional beauticians perform the treatment, making it the perfect way to get your summer-ready body!

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