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Hair removal: misconceptions and reality
Last reviewed: 01.07.2025
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Web2Health presents the 10 most common questions and misconceptions regarding unwanted hair removal.
Eyebrow hair grows slower than hair elsewhere.
This is true, so you should be careful when you trim your eyebrows yourself. If you don't have much experience yet, it's better to contact a specialist who will do everything carefully and won't leave gaps that will take at least a week to heal.
Facial hair removal with thread is a very effective method
This is true because with the help of so-called threading you can not only correct the eyebrow line, but also effectively get rid of hairs, which over time become thinner and softer. In addition, eyebrow correction with a thread eliminates the risk of infection, as is the case with tweezers, and is also virtually painless even for sensitive skin. In this video, you can see exactly how the threading procedure is performed.
Shaving makes hair thicker and darker
This is just an illusion. And the feeling of excessive harshness from shaving occurs because the razor blade cuts the conical shape of the hair. Thus, it seems that the hair becomes coarser and harder.
How to avoid ingrown hairs?
In this case, shaving in the direction of hair growth and other similar methods will not help. It is best to use a scrub to exfoliate the upper keratinized layer of skin and release the hairs. This will help them grow unhindered.
Is it safe to remove unwanted nipple hair with wax?
No, waxing sensitive areas like your nipples, nose or ears can damage your skin and leave scars as a reminder of your unsuccessful waxing.
It is not safe to use wax if there are many moles in the area being treated.
It is true. If there are moles or warts in the area where you want to wax, it is better to find another way to remove unwanted hair, otherwise you can damage these growths and introduce an infection.
Where on the body does hair not grow at all?
There is no hair on the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, lips, or eyelids. The rest of the body is covered with hairs - in some places this is down, which helps maintain normal body temperature, and the most sensitive areas are hidden under coarser hairs.
Electric shaver or machine? After which the skin is smoother
It is easier to achieve smoothness with a regular razor because the blades work in close proximity to the skin. Electric razors do not give such a result, but they will allow you to shave without soap and water.
Is one session of electrolysis enough to get rid of unwanted hair forever?
No, electrolysis is a radical method of hair removal, in which the hair roots are exposed to current. However, in order to achieve a good result, a certain amount of time and more than one session are required.
Laser hair removal is the most effective method for removing unwanted facial hair.
This is a misconception. This laser hair removal is most suitable for removing hair in the bikini area and underarms. The skin in these areas is thinner, which increases the effectiveness of the procedure in these places.