Hair removal with depilatory cream is fast and suitable for all areas of the body. In addition, the skin is softened thanks to the moisturizing agents contained in these creams.

Depilatory cream:

Use: Depilatory creams consist of alkaline active ingredients at a very high pH . To depilate apply the cream before you shower and leave for a few minutes. Rinse thoroughly and finish with a moisturizer that will help the skin to reform its protective film. The hair takes 3 to 5 days to repel, they are less thick than after depilation with the razor but the hairs remain strong.

Precautions: Allergies are possible , this is the case with any chemical. Avoid if you suffer from eczema or if you have sensitive skin. You may also have to have some reversible skin discomforts such as redness, tingling, burning.

Advantages: This method is fast and painless , it does not require any effort (one rinses in the shower). In addition, it is suitable for all body areas (except the mucous membranes) and leaves the skin very smooth because the hair is cut off the skin. Some depilatory creams contain exfoliating and nourishing agents that leave a silky finish .

Disadvantages: These depilatory creams interfere in the pores and in summer, in contact with UV rays, dot the epidermis of small brownish spots.

Tip: To limit irritation, it is advisable to wait 72 hours between applications .

See also shaving

See also epilation with electric epilator

See also depilatory hair removal