There are many ways to get rid of unwanted body hair, including shaving, waxing, depilatories, electrolysis, and laser hair removal. This guide offers some advantages and disadvantages of various methods and can help you decide which one might work best for you.

Shaving

Of all the methods of hair removal, shaving is the most accessible and also the most temporary. Shaving does not affect the hair at its roots, it’s quite an expensive hair removal method on long run term and it’s pretty much a daily basis activity.

So, if your long-lasting hair removal is your goal, this method is not for you.

Waxing

Waxing is a tried and true method of removing large amounts of hair at one time. It is fast and can be done at home or at a salon, but it’s a quite painful solution. Also, it can be messy, difficult to get consistent results and It can be costly, if you’re considering undergo the procedure in a saloon. Hair reappears between three and eight weeks, so, again, if long-lasting hair removal is your goal, this method is also not that efficient.

Depilatories

Depilatories are creams that are applied to the skin’s surface, dissolving the hair so that it can be wiped or washed away. The advantage? Depilatories work quickly, but they only last up to a few weeks and often smell bad. Plus, some people are allergic to them.