Hair Removal

There are a number of different methods of removing body hair, known as hair removal. Hair removal in certain areas of the body is practiced by both men and women for a number of reasons including cultural, medical, religious and vanity. Most cultures around the world practice some form of hair removal.

Common methods of hair removal practised in Australia include threading, waxing, sugaring, laser, and electrolysis. Some practices of hair removal offer a more permanent and lasting effect than others. Laser hair removal offers a more permanent treatment and is generally performed by a trained professional at a laser clinic. Hair removal by laser treatment takes a number of sessions lasting over a period time, most commonly about six weeks, however, this differs per individual and depending on skin colour, type of and amount of hair being treated for hair removal. Laser hair removal has become increasingly popular among men and women.

Hair waxing is another method of hair removal, and is practised by a professional in the hair and beauty industry. While almost any part of the body can be waxed, many women prefer waxing as a form of facial hair removal as it offers a semi-permanent solution by removing hair at the root. Bikini waxes are also popular among women. Threading is a traditional form of hair removal that goes back many thousands of years, and practised by women in Arab and Indian cultures and is gaining popularity in western cultures. It’s important to research each different type of hair removal to find the one best suited to the particular reason and need for the removal of hair. As reasons for hair removal vary from medical to vanity reasons, it’s important to find the professional and the method best suited to meet the needs of the individual.