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Adventures in Hair Removal: Nair

As I said when I broke up with my razor, I want to give a few other methods of hair removal a test run. Today I had my first date with a depilatory cream. The instructions are easy enough: smear on the cream, wash your hands, and wait. In as little as three minutes (or up to ten minutes) your legs will supposedly be hair free. After that, just wipe away the cream, rinse well, and enjoy your smooth new legs. Okay, I can do that. I’ll even take pictures because I’m sure you want a good look at my … Continue reading →

For the Girls: What Is the Right Age to Start Shaving Your Legs?

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I was in sixth grade when my holiday gift haul included an electric razor. Unlike some of my friends, I hadn’t yet been teased about my leg hair — one friend was horribly embarrassed when a boy commented that her legs were hairier than his! Is there a right time to start shaving your legs? Really, it’s different for every girl. Some things to consider: Do YOU feel self-conscious about your body hair? Is the hair on your legs thick and dark, or light and fine? Are other people making you feel self-conscious about body hair? The earlier you start … Continue reading →

I’m Breaking Up with My Razor

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Dear Razor: It’s not you, it’s me. My needs are changing as I get older, and you’re just not right for me anymore. Love, Aimee. That’s right, I’m back on the market — for a new hair removal technique. I’ve been a razor girl for a long time. My first razor was electric, but I never really felt like I got a close enough shave. When I switched to a disposable (single blade), the difference was amazing and wonderful. Then came the double blades… the triple blades… the quads and quints. I guess my skin is getting more sensitive as … Continue reading →

What is Laser Hair Removal?

Looking to get rid of unwanted body hair? Laser hair removal is one nonsurgical option to consider. Laser hair removal is touted as a convenient way to permanently reduce unwanted facial hair or body hair. Note: “reduce” not “remove”. Keep in mind that you have a LOT of hair follicles on your body. We are, after all, mammals. The hairs that disappear at one session may be gone forever, but they may also be replaced by hairs growing from follicles nearby. A laser hair removal treatment may take just a few minutes or may last several hours, depending on how … Continue reading →