This Not That: Body Hair Removal Systems

Removing your body hair is a necessary evil that most people have to deal with. Over-grown side burns, prickly legs, and unibrows are just some the hairy secrets we rather our friends and co-workers not know about. Ultimately, most people prefer the most effective and efficient way to remove hair so they won’t have to worry about it for constantly.

There are so many different ways to remove body hair, but the trick to doing it at home is doing it in a way that is as simple and safe as possible. Tweezing works for a couple of hairs, however, if you try to do a large area it will hurt. Threading can be hard for beginners to master and you can catch your skin in the thread if you’re not careful. Shaving can cause ingrown hairs and cuts which can lead to infections. The wisest ways to remove hair at home is with wax. Wax may sound painful but it’s actually the quickest way to remove a lot of hair. As long as your wax isn’t too hot and you don’t wax the same area more than twice, you’ll do great. Two of the best at home waxing kits are MOOM Organic Hair Removal System and Bliss Poetic Waxing Microwaveable Waxing Kit.


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There are many different types of waxes and wax processes to remove body hair. MOOM Organic Hair Removal System uses a waxing process called glazing. Glazing is when use a wax like substance to remove the hair and not compromise the integrity of your skin, unlike traditional waxing. MOOM’s glaze is 100 percent USDA Certified Organic; it cost $20 and can be purchased from the companies’ website and from Amazon.com. There is very minimal discomfort and those used to waxing say it feels painless. Let’s take a look at some of the pros and cons of MOOM Organic Hair Removal System.

Pros

  • Only cause slight discomfort
  • Is easy to use
  • Made with natural organic ingredients

Cons

  • Is not sold in stores
  • Cost $100 if you buy the starter kit
  • Is often sold out at many retailers


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Bliss Poetic Waxing Microwaveable Waxing Kit is one of the most popular at home waxing kits available on the market. This waxing kit cost $48, and can be purchased at a Bliss Spa or Sephora. This body hair removal system is a more traditional waxing system, using soft wax and muslin strips in order to remove unwanted body hair. This wax can be used all over the body and comes with special pads you use after waxing to eliminate ingrown hairs. The kit also comes with a pre/post wax oil to moisture skin and soften body, plus a skin cleanser to remove any wax residue. This type of waxing can be painful, but the results can last for over a month. Some of the chemicals included in the products in this kit are mineral oil, parabens, and ammonium hydroxide.  Below are some of the pros and cons of Bliss Poetic Waxing Microwaveable Waxing Kit.

Pros

  • Results can last for up to a month
  • Same wax that Bliss Spas use
  • Contains simple step by step instructions

Cons

  • Can compromise the integrity of the skin
  • Will cause pain
  • Has harsh chemicals and can burn you

The Verdict: MOOM removes hair gently, protects your skin, and is 100 percent organic. A healthier choice that isn’t painful is what we really want.

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