What is the difference between depilation and epilation

These terms are often confused even by those who regularly undergo both procedures. It’s time to finally figure out what’s what, and consider different options to get rid of unwanted hair – on your own or in the office of a specialist.

What is depilation and epilation

There are many ways to get rid of unwanted hair, but there are only two main methods.

  • During depilation, the hair is removed with or without the root, and the hair follicle is not damaged.

  • Epilation is aimed at destroying the hair follicle.

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Types of depilation

Under the beautiful word “depilation” are hidden the most ordinary actions that we perform with routine regularity. In a rich arsenal, everyone chooses the method that is most convenient for him.

Razor

For many, shaving off unwanted hairs under the armpits and on the legs is the same hygienic procedure as brushing your teeth. There is no wisdom here, the main thing is that the skin is moist, the foam is thick, and the razor is sharp. By the way, shaving a beard is also depilation, only men do not know about it.

Depilation – the most ordinary shave

Special cream

Depilatory creams destroy the keratin of the superficial part of the hair with the help of calcium salt (calcium thioglycolate). The composition is applied to the skin for 8-10 minutes (see instructions), and then removed along with the “killed” hairs.

Tweezers

It is unlikely that anyone would think to harass dense vegetation with it, but to remove single hairs, tweezers are what you need.

Epilator

It can be mechanical or electrical. A miracle machine with many rotating tweezers removes hair from the root. True, not everyone is able to take such a step – for people with a low pain threshold, this procedure is painful, especially in sensitive areas of the body. The lucky ones who manage to get used to such an effect tolerate the procedure perfectly and enjoy the smoothness of the skin acquired at home.

Wax strips

The hair is removed with an adhesive tape with wax.

Waxing is the most popular type of hair removal

Waxing and shugaring

Salon methods allow you to get rid of vegetation using melted wax or caramel with one movement of the skillful hand of a beautician.

A thread

A special hair removal technique using silk, nylon or cotton thread came from the East. Oriental craftswomen work with a thread masterfully, but in inept hands such hair removal is very painful and can result in severe irritation.

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Depilation efficiency

If the procedure is carried out cleanly, in other words, if the hair is removed at the root, the skin becomes perfectly smooth both in appearance and to the touch. True, the result is short-lived – the hair grows quickly. The growth rate varies depending on the individual hormonal levels.
Some use a razor no more than once a week, others have to shave every day. On average, “thorns” appear three days after shaving. When depilating with a cream, the effect lasts a little longer. Home epilator, wax, sugaring give a longer lasting effect.

The main advantage of depilation, and perhaps the only one, is the ability to carry it out on your own without the participation of a beautician and the price is not comparable to the prices for hardware hair removal.

The disadvantages include the risk of ingrown hairs. However, any hair removal damages the lipid barrier, so after depilation, the skin must be moisturized with body milk or a special cream.

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Types of hair removal

High technologies literally “see into the root” – into the root of the hair in order to destroy it and the follicle itself – the cavity in which the hair develops. Such a radical approach gives a solid long-term result. But it always takes several treatments. Because all the hairs on the body are in different phases of development, and it is most often possible to influence them only if they are in the growth stage. In order to cover everything, the procedures have to be carried out in a course. But the effect of proper hair removal will please more than one season.

  • Laser, photo and elos epilation. Modern technology does not remove hair, but destroys its follicle with a light pulse. The method is very effective: the hairs become much smaller, or they become thinner so that they do not require removal. The disadvantages of the procedure are high cost and long course.

  • Electrolysis. A fairly old method of destroying the root of each individual hair using an electric current. It is very painful, long and traumatic. But it allows you to get rid of unwanted hair forever.

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Efficiency of epilation

The main advantage of epilation is a long-term result.

Disadvantages of epilation:

  • it might hurt;

  • irritation, sometimes swelling and red dots may appear on the skin.

    Epilation requires skill and skill

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Safety measures

Any method of hair removal causes microtrauma to the skin.

  • Shaving causes dryness and flaking. Do not forget to moisturize clean-shaven skin with body milk or gel or a special aftershave (you can also use a man’s if you are not confused by the fragrance).

  • Be careful (especially for sensitive skin) with depilatory cream. Do not overdo it: the formula triggers a chemical reaction that can lead to redness and burning.

  • To avoid ingrown hairs, exfoliate the skin with a scrub the day before the procedure and a week after.

  • Always use soothing and moisturizing creams after epilation.

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Overview of funds after depilation / epilation

Calming multi-restorative balm Cicaplast Baume B5, La Roche-Posay with panthenol, a complex of minerals, madecassoside and shea butter comes to the rescue of irritated, flaky, inflamed skin, including after depilation and epilation. Can be applied to both face and body.

Soothing gel for irritated skin after shaving Post Shave Repair Gel, Kiehl’s will prevent irritation and restore the skin affected by microdamages left by the razor blade. In the composition – aloe vera extract, squalane, peppermint extract. There is no alcohol.

“Precious Beauty Scrub”, Garnier with cupuaçu tree fruit seeds and a complex of four oils will help prevent ingrown hairs, and at the same time smooth and soften the skin.

Moisturizing soothing aftershave balm Biotherm Homme Ultra Confort, Biotherm contains allantoin, glycerin, chamomile extract and, of course, thermal plankton extract. What else is needed to comfort the skin that has been touched by a razor?

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