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Depilatories

Application of depilatories is one of the easiest ways of temporary hair removal. Depilatories are chemical based formulations which are applied on the skin surface and wiped off after keeping it for some time. These formulations break the disulfide bonds and get dissolved in the keratin of the hair. As a result, the hair weakens and can be thus easily wiped off from the surface of the skin.

As depilatories are chemical based solutions it is essential to choose the right one suiting the individual skin type on which it is being applied. It is also important to ensure about allergic reactions and skin irritations before using it on a larger area of the skin. To ensure this you may first perform a test on a small patch of your skin before moving on to use it on the other parts of your body. It is always recommended to follow the directions for using depilatories for preventing side effects or skin irritations. Apply a small amount of the depilatory on your skin and wash it off after the suggested time given in the user manual and check if your skin is reflecting any negative reaction to it. If not, you may go ahead and use it conveniently but if you feel any irritation or allergic reaction, it is better to change your public depilatory.

You might also want to know that depilatories are formulated in different strengths depending on the area of their application. A high strength product can be very harmful for the sensitive skin of the face whereas a low strength product may not be that effective for areas with coarse hairs. Though depilatories are formulated to remove all kinds of hair, from fine to coarse, very easily, it is essential to remember that these solutions remove the hair from the surface of the skin and not from the hair shaft. Therefore, depilatories only provide a temporary solution to your hair growth problems wherein the regrowth of the hair occurs within a short period of time.

The side effects of depilatories are not many but if you do not choose the right solution suitable for your skin, you may experience irritation, allergy or chemical skin burns. It is important to remove the depilatory once your skin starts feeling a stinging or slight burning sensation so that you can avoid further harmful consequences of the chemicals. Never exceed the time period suggested in the instructions for keeping the depilatories on the skin. In case you experience excessive irritations it is important to consult your doctor to prescribe a cream or a solution that can be used before or after using depilatories. Also, do not apply depilatories near the eye area or other mucous membranes.

Depilatories and hair removal are commonly believed and considered to be a ‘cosmetic’ issue. However, apart from beauty and appeal hair removal can often be a medical requirement as well, especially when it comes to treating ingrown hairs, performing skin graft procedures or just general surgery.

In short, depilatories provide a fast, inexpensive and painless way to a hair free body. Even if it is temporary solution, using this method at regular intervals can be adequate for a lot of people who do not favor time consuming and expensive procedures for removing unwanted hair.