You bought a new mini skirt or black dress and you can't wait to wear it. The problem is that unwanted leg hair can ruin the whole outfit. Do you want to shave them and make them as smooth and silky as possible? Then read this article to find out how to have sexy legs, with firm and soft skin: they will be admired by everyone.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Prepare the Legs
Step 1. Open the faucet
Make sure the water in your shower (or bath) is warm enough to open your pores, which will make hair removal more effective. Avoid using boiling water, which can dry out your skin and increase the risk of razor burn. Shower or bathe as usual to allow the leg hair to soften.
You need to let your legs have a good five minutes to absorb the hydration. So, in the meantime, stick to your routine, like shampooing and applying conditioner. Only take care of your legs at the end. If the shower doesn't have a nice shelf to put your foot on, get out of the stall or tub and start shaving your legs while they are still wet
Step 2. Exfoliate your legs
Use a loofah sponge and scrub to remove dead skin and bring out the hair. This is a very important step: exfoliation reduces the likelihood of having ingrown hairs. It helps the skin to be clean, and the hair on the legs will be as exposed as possible to perform a thorough hair removal.
You can use a ready-made scrub or, if you want to try your hand at DIY, you could make a sugar one. Take your time to massage it on the parts you want to shave, then rinse it off
Step 3. Apply the depilatory foam
Pour a large walnut on your hand and massage it into your legs as you would shampoo your head. Make sure you cover every spot, including the ankles. Create a light layer on the leg; if it is too thick, it can clog the razor.
- If you don't have hair removal foam, you can always use soap, conditioner, shampoo, body wash, or shower gel. However, remember that lather is better, especially moisturizers that contain aloe vera or jojoba. Gels are great for reducing cuts and scrapes, but lotions are preferred for better moisturizing the skin.
- The only time you shouldn't use hair removal foam is when it's already built into the shaver (it should have a lubricating strip). Otherwise, you should definitely use skin protection (of any kind) to prevent it from being irritated by the razor.
Part 2 of 3: Shaving the Legs
Step 1. Use a new razor to shave your legs
Most common razors can be used about five times, but this also depends on how well you care for the tool. Either way, the result will be better with a brand new razor.
- Depil your legs from the bottom up; you have to go against the direction of growth for a more accurate result. For a hair removal that presents minimal risk from the point of view of pustules or irritation, follow the direction of the hair instead. And it would be preferable to make short passes: the razor becomes less effective with longer passes.
- Rinse the razor under tap water after each stroke. Make sure you also shave your ankles and knees, if necessary by adding extra hair removal foam on these difficult spots.
Step 2. Rinse your legs with fresh water
It will close the follicles (keep this in mind even when shampooing!). Pat your skin dry, being careful not to rub it vigorously.
At this point, take a minute to inspect the legs. If you've overlooked a part, you can go back to it and take care of it. Better to do it now than realizing that you have left unwanted hair while you are already out of the house
Step 3. Apply a thick layer of lotion
Use a thick moisturizer, such as body butter, if you have particularly dry skin. Massage in a generous amount, focusing once again on your ankles and knees to keep your skin supple. This step should not be skipped: remember that you just ran a blade over your legs, and this puts a lot of stress on the skin. Let it regain optimal hydration by massaging some cream.
Part 3 of 3: Try Alternative Methods
Step 1. Try waxing
While it's more painful than razor hair removal (unless you get a bad cut, of course), the results are much, much longer lasting. You'll have smooth legs for weeks, and you won't have to bother with a razor touch up every couple of days. If you find razor hair removal annoying, waxing may be the solution for you.
- And then there is more good news! Many women claim that it becomes less and less painful over time. So, make a small sacrifice the first time - you won't regret it later.
- It doesn't even have to cost you a fortune. Make sugar wax at home and do it yourself.
Step 2. Experiment with hair removal creams
Technology is getting better and better and, luckily, hair removal creams too. In the past, they had the same stench of an animal carcass being run over (and put in a broken refrigerator), and then they weren't effective at all. Now, there are creams that smell like a field of daisies and that can remove leg hair at the root. And they are much cheaper than waxing in a beauty salon!
If you have sensitive skin, it is best to avoid this method. The chemicals in these creams are used to remove hair, but they are harmful to the skin, so they are not preferable if it is delicate
Step 3. Invest in an electric epilator
It is an expensive and somewhat painful tool, but it is a possible alternative. The electric epilator is a device that pulls out hair at the root like tweezers would, the fact is that it acts much faster and is particularly effective. Since the hair is pulled from the root, the legs stay smooth longer than when shaving with a razor.
Step 4. If you hate hair and want to get rid of it for good, consider laser removal
If none of these solutions fit your needs and you have a good budget, why not try laser elimination? Sometimes, it's painful, and it usually takes several sessions to get the job done, but remember that you won't have to worry about hair removal anymore. In short, it would be miraculous!
It is not always permanent. You may need to go back to running it to do some tweaking, a bit like when you buy a car and occasionally have to take it to the mechanic to fix it. While this method seems almost magical, there are certainly drawbacks that need to be considered before taking action. Talk to your dermatologist before making an appointment
Advice
- After shaving with the razor, you can apply baby lotion and moisturize the skin. It makes the legs smoother and softens the hair during regrowth.
- Never shave with a dull razor. It causes friction and causes the appearance of hair removal pimples.
- Take your time and don't rush - you could end up doing a bad job.
- Use baby oil for smooth, glowing legs.
- Apply a hair conditioner before razor brushing. Believe it or not, it makes your legs smoother.
- If you have rather dry legs, you need to moisturize them, otherwise the hair that will start to grow back will be stiff and will give you an unpleasant feeling.
- If you don't have hair removal foam, use conditioner. It is equally useful.
- If you scratch your skin while shaving, try dabbing in some antiseptic cream or lotion to speed up the healing of the cut.
- Be careful in the ankle and knee area. These areas are uneven and difficult to depilate. You could use hair removal cream on them.
- If you are not good at shaving your knees with a razor and you cut yourself often, try using a hair removal cream. The area will still be smooth, but free from cuts, and you will be able to better manage the regrowth.
- Make sure the exfoliating lotion has effective granules; gentle, moisturizing ones don't do that much good here.
- If it would be your first time, try it without too many worries. However, since you may have problems such as regrowth and visibly thicker hair, you may want to consider waxing. Take heart and book an appointment now: you won't regret it. You will have silky smooth legs for about four weeks. And you no longer have to handle razors in the shower.
- Try not to shave your legs for two weeks - they will be smoother after you remove the hair.
- If you don't have hair removal cream, use baby oil to shave your legs.
Warnings
- Don't shave when your legs are dry. It is extremely harmful to the skin, and will cause more scratching if you don't use hair removal soaps or foams. In addition, it is very likely that acne-like pustules will form on the skin you have shaved.
- A newer, sharper razor is preferable. Do not use one that has lost its thread or is rusted. Razors of this type require more pressure, which can increase the risk of cutting yourself.
- Be careful when using depilatory creams. Half of the ingredients of these products, such as Veet ones, are integrated with the function of repairing the damage to the epidermis caused in the first place by the depilatory components.
- Someone has also noticed that using depilatory creams after using the razor for a long time can cause problems, leave redness and, depending on the person, cause a rash. After getting used to it for some time, the situation will improve, but the transition is easier with waxing.
