Facial Hair Removal Cream

Facial hair removal creams are a big hit with women, yes, the whole world knows that. But how many of you are aware of the fact that these products, slowly but surely, are now finding takers among the male community as well? Do I see a raised eyebrow, or maybe a wry smirk? Well, as 'pro-feminine' or obsessively metrosexual as it may seem, nevertheless, it is true. So, on that note, let me set about educating you a little bit regarding facial hair removal creams for women and men.

Creams for Facial Hair Removal
Facial hair removal creams are one of many hair removal methods that are used for dealing with facial hair. Some of the alternative facial hair removal methods used are:

    * Shaving
    * Bleaching
    * Waxing
    * Threading
    * Tweezing
    * Laser hair removal
    * Electrolysis

As far as women are concerned, shaving is the least preferred of all facial hair removal options, simply because, it can make the skin rough, it can lead to rashes, razor nicks, cuts, and most importantly, the hair grows back faster and much thicker than before. Regarding waxing, threading and tweezing, these are also quite popular as facial hair removal methods, but they can be quite painful and can cause skin irritation and/or scarring. Read more on the side effects of waxing. Laser treatment and electrolysis are hair removal methods that are considered by people who have thick or severely visible hair in unwanted body areas. However, these hair removal methods can be very expensive and they too, have their fair share of side effects. Depilatory creams i.e. hair removal creams have been around since ages. Earlier, they were used mainly by women, but in the last few years, they have also started gaining acceptance by members of the male community. Here is some information on how these hair removal creams work.

Facial Hair Removal Creams for Men and Women
Regardless of whether the product is intended for women or for men, it basically works in the same manner. Depilatory creams work on the principle of 'chemically burning' the hair by breaking the protein content (keratin) of the hair follicle at the surface of the skin. These creams primarily contain chemicals such as sodium thioglycolate and calcium thioglycolate. The strength i.e. the concentration of these substances, and those of the other product ingredients can vary slightly, depending on whether the product is designed for male skin, female skin, extra-sensitive skin, etc. However, the method of application and use remains the same. After washing your face with soap and warm water, dry it with a towel. Then, using the spatula provided with the product, apply a generous layer of the cream over the facial hair. Do not rub it into your skin. After that, wait for the specified period of time (5 mins, 10 mins, etc). During this time, the chemicals present in the cream will break down the facial hair into a jelly-like mass. At the end of the specified period of time, you can clear the soggy mass with the help of a warm towel, or you can simply wash it off with warm water and mild soap.

Facial skin is very sensitive as compared to say, the skin on your arms, legs, etc. So, when choosing a hair removal cream for your face, make sure that is specially formulated for facial skin, sensitive skin, etc. Products from brands such as Nair, Avon, Surgi, GiGi, Guinot, etc. are good examples of facial hair removal creams for sensitive skin.

Well, this was a brief overview of facial hair removal creams. You can also read more on facial hair removal for men and women as well as hair removal products for men and women. Here's where I sign off. Take care!

Facial Hair Removal For Men

For women, facial hair can be embarrassing. Men on the other hand are not so much bothered by facial hair. Most men shave everyday, as they like to don a smooth and clean shaved look. Facial hair removal for men can, at times, become boring as they may feel lazy to shave everyday. This makes them try options where they don't have to bother about facial hair for a long period of time. Listed below are some temporary as well as permanent facial hair removal methods for men:

Shaving
Shaving is the most popular method when it comes to facial hair removal for men. Shaving is quick, easy to do, and also inexpensive. Most men shave on a regular basis with a razor or an electric shaver. A razor is better, as it gives a close shave and is more comfortable. An electric shaver does not give a close shave, but does prevent ingrown hair or cuts, which are more likely while using a razor. Within a few days of shaving, the hair does grow back in quick time, so it's not used to permanently remove facial hair.

Waxing
Waxing, is a time consuming and extremely painful method of facial hair removal. In waxing, sticky wax is applied on the desired part, with a strip of paper placed on it. The paper strip is then pulled off in one quick movement. Hair removed by this method does not grow back quickly, as waxing removes the hair from its roots under the skin surface. Waxing has a few side effects like rashes, infection of the hair follicle and certain allergic reactions, and is therefore not a widely preferred option except for the eyebrows. Read more on side effects of waxing.

Precision Tweezers
Precision tweezers are used to remove hair from certain delicate area like the nose, ears or eyebrows. One can easily remove unwanted hair from these areas using precision tweezers. It is always better to use a pair of precision tweezers having a pointed tip to pluck hair accurately.

Facial Hair Removal Cream for Men
Facial hair removal cream for men, also known as chemical depilatories, can also be used to remove facial hair. These facial hair removal creams contain various chemicals like calcium hydroxide and sodium, which dissolve the hair follicles without affecting the roots. Thus, it is effective only in removing hair from the surface and it generally takes a few days for the hair to grow again. These creams are easily available in the open market. The facial hair removal cream for men, do sometimes cause certain allergies and side effects. It is always better to apply the cream on some other body part to check if the skin burns, and then apply it on the face. Make sure to apply it, only if there is no burning sensation.

Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal is undertaken for permanent facial hair removal for men. A fairly modern method, the hair follicles are destroyed using laser beams. The laser beams are attracted to the hair because of melanin, a pigment brown in color, which gives the skin and hair its characteristic look, burning down the hair follicles. This method is suitable for people with black facial hair, as white hair lacks melanin.

Electrolysis
Another method for permanent facial hair removal for men, electrolysis, is the oldest method for removing facial hair, and has been in use for about 130 years. A needle or probe is inserted into the hair follicles and then electric current is passed through this needle, which destroys the cells responsible for hair growth. The electrolysis process is a rather lengthy one and requires multiple sittings. However, electrolysis is a cheaper option for permanent facial hair removal as compared to a laser hair removal treatment. Read more on facial hair removal for men and women.

Before applying any chemical substances or opting for permanent facial hair removal, it is better to consult a dermatologist, to check if the skin is allergic to certain chemicals. Also there are various salons which help in facial hair removal for men, where one can go to.

Hair Removal for Men

There can be a heated debate on whether body hair on men is a turn off or a turn on for women. But in absence of body or facial hair, a man is always said to look, well groomed and handsome. Imagine how unsightly hair in and around the ear or other body parts can be. A smooth and clean shaved look always looks good and hygienic. But having said, hair removal for men can be a tedious and time consuming task. Many men feel lazy and find it boring to shave facial hair everyday. In such cases there are many options in hair removal for men, which are temporary as well as permanent.

Hair Removal for Men - Trimming
Trimming method can be used for removing facial hair, chest hair and abdominal hair. This is the easiest method of hair removal for men at home. There are various efficient razors either electric or the conventional ones available in the market. Electric razors, can get rid of the unwanted hair more quickly and there are minimal chances of cuts. Electric trimming also does not require any application of any cream or gel to be effective. When using the conventional razors, apply some of the hair removal for men - creams available in the market. These gels and creams act as lubricating agent and help to prevent razor cuts. Also use a shaving brush with long, soft bristles to apply these lubricating agents on the skin. Trimming is the best method for facial hair removal for men, as there are no side effects involved in this method. In some cases the only side effect is skin irritation, which can be minimized by using after shave lotions. Read more on hair removal products for men and women.

Hair Removal for Men - Waxing
Waxing can get rid of the hair from roots and it is also a very inexpensive method. The effects of waxing are also long lasting than trimming. This method can be painful, but it also makes skin smooth and soft. This method is also very simple and easy. You can buy wax made from honey and waxing strips from the market. Apply the hot wax on the area from where you want to remove the hair. Cover it with the wax strip, letting it stick to the wax. After this, pull the strip in the opposite direction of hair growth, in one single go. There will be pain in the beginning which will gradually subside, for which you can apply some moisturizing products. If you find this method painful and uncomfortable, you can use another method called sugaring. This method is less painful and is similar to waxing, just that the wax is replaced by a sugar paste consisting of lemon, sugar and water. Read more on hot wax hair removal.

Hair Removal for Men - Depilatory Creams
Among all the hair removal products for men, depilatory creams can be most effective for hair removal. They are also easy to use, just apply the cream on the area from which you wish to remove hair. Leave it on the area for about fifteen to twenty minutes. After which wipe off the cream with a cloth, and finally wash the body part with cold water. Some of the depilatory creams may contain strong chemicals and so may not suit everybody. So you can first apply them on your arm to to check out for any skin reaction. Read more on facial hair removal cream.

Hair Removal for Men - Laser Treatment
Laser hair removal for men is gaining popularity by each passing day. Laser hair removal can effectively get rid of hair from the most common areas like face, neck, back, chest, ears and genital regions. Laser hair removal treatment uses the principle of laser beam. By targeting the light energy from the laser hair removal equipment onto the skin, destroys the hair root which prevents further hair growth. While the laser hair removal treatment can have many side effects, as the skin around the hair root is also affected by the light beam. Skin discoloration is a common risk of laser hair removal treatment. It is advisable to consult an expert and then decide on this treatment option. For more information you can refer to laser hair removal reviews.

Hair Removal for Men - Electrolysis
This is another good option for permanent hair removal for men. This process involves delivering of an electric current into each hair follicle, with the help of a fine needle shaped - electrode. This method is time consuming and may take several sessions for completely removing hair from a particular body part. This method should be performed properly under a professional electrologist. If this is not performed properly it can damage the skin and even skin discoloration may occur. If you look at some hair removal for men reviews then electrolysis and laser treatments are two most expensive methods of hair removal.

You can adopt some of the above methods on hair removal for men on a trial and error basis. Knowing the method which is best suited for you and which you are comfortable with, is the key for getting rid of those unwanted, ugly hair.