A Woman's Story of Overcoming Unwanted Hair

 A Woman's Story of Overcoming Unwanted Hair

Hey there. Hi, I'm Brooke. I'm a 29-year-old woman in her thirties who is currently single.

I have tried more hair removal products in the past year than I can keep track of. It wasn't intentional; I simply wanted to discover the best product for my needs; I had no intention of writing a comparative tale or evaluating other products. And no, you won't see a head full of hair on me. I just need a little help with my legs, underarms, and a few other spots here and there. I figured I'd share my struggles with you, kind reader, because my seemingly easy objective turned out to be anything but.

Hopefully, you will gain wisdom from my mistakes.

Shaving
I began my journey into hair removal, like many of you, by shaving. To get the hairless look I was going for, I shaved every area. For a long time, I believed this to be effective. After the age of 29, I began to tire of shaving all the time. If I wanted it to stay smooth, I had to shave every day. Otherwise, I could feel the stubble. At this point, I could no longer take the inevitable scrapes and bruises. Oh, it was fast, but I couldn't help but wonder if there was something better out there.

Hair removal
First, a little observation regarding waxing. This technique was taught to me by my college roommates. Shall I rather call it this torture? You must realize that my pain threshold is quite low, particularly when it concerns my own body. Other people I can hurt; for example, ex-boyfriends who sleep with the petite blonde at the corner café or who can't stop watching pornographic videos online. However, I believe that my body is sacred and deserves respect as such. While waxing does remove hair, it pulls the skin off like a band-aid on steroids. Aside from that, it's untidy and has an unpleasant odor. It didn't take long for me to figure out that was not something I wanted to do often.

Hair Removal Lotion
Upon realizing that there had to be a more satisfactory alternative to shaving, I wasted no time in rushing to my neighborhood shop to peruse the selection. Just a lotion that claimed to be able to eliminate hair with a simple wiping on and off process was what I found. Then I had the epiphany. I have found what I was seeking!
I am not going to reveal the name of the cream, but it is easily accessible, starts with an N, and sounds like "hair." I also brought it home with me. After applying it according to the package instructions, I waited a few minutes before rinsing it off. The hair fell off my legs after only a little probing.
If it weren't for the scent and the dryness, the story would end here. First of all, the stuff had an awful odor. After all, it accomplished its job of removing hair, so I figured I could get over that. No matter how hard I tried, the scent was too strong to justify the small gain. In addition, my legs were dry and chafed afterward. Some other, superior option must exist, I reasoned.

Removers of epidermis
If I referred to them as "electronic hair pullers," you might be able to identify them more easily. I had seen a few of these earlier when I was shopping. I returned to the store with the intention of trying one. They assured me that I could go weeks without using any of them. To be honest, the devices themselves were a bit scary looking. My leg hair stood on end as I stared at the trimmers. I bought one and brought it home, though, because I was hell-bent on continuing.
I think you should know that I believe myself to be an intellectual person before I continue. My work is booming, my ties with my parents are strong, and I can think of other relationships when my partner was completely to blame for the failure. Having said that, I have solely relied on perusing product labels in my search for the ideal hair remover.
When I initially got my epilator, I didn't use it. I did the opposite and placed it on the counter in my bathroom after taking it out of the packaging. Like a puppy exploring its new home for the first time, I thought, "I'll let it get the feel of the place.". "Then maybe it won't hurt that much."
Nobody returned my generosity. I experienced a three- or four-day growth on my legs when I used my new epilator. There was noticeable stubble. Additionally, I discovered that my epilator caused pain. Using it on both legs is something I'm really proud of. However, I must admit that I was overcome with emotion by the end. The thought of doing the workout again was too much for me. I kept that epilator in a closet box until I gave it to a charity at year's end so I could claim it as a tax deduction.
The epilator I bought that day isn't the best one out there; I've since learned that. Despite my attraction to the idea of a fast electrical instrument to eliminate that hair, I just can't bring myself to give it another go. Not today, but maybe tomorrow.

A buddy and electrolysis
I was disheartened, but not defeated, so I resolved to educate myself on the subject before attempting hair removal again. Electrolysis was something I was already familiar with, but it piqued my interest for some reason. It might have been the "permanent hair removal" promise or the product's proven track record of effectiveness. I thought I'd give it a go.
According to my web study, RF, ultrasonic, and other home electrolysis equipment are questionable, to say the least. You must exercise caution and possess the necessary expertise in order for them to be effective. The experts should handle it, I reasoned.
A friend and I were chatting about my journey while I was gathering information. She spoke clean about her interest in laser hair removal. We both committed to scheduling appointments with our respective professionals (I will do electrolysis and she will do laser) and then comparing our outcomes.
My electrolysis treatment session was scheduled. Electrolysis is not inexpensive, and you must understand this. Though I was fortunate enough to be able to give it a go, I am fully cognizant that not everyone has the financial means to pay the many thousand dollars required for annual professional electrolysis.
In any case, what exactly is electrolysis? To start, it moves at a snail's pace. I mean extremely slowly. A skilled professional uses an electrical current to stimulate hair follicles one by one by inserting a needle into each one. The hair is weakened from the root up when the current passes through the needle. After that, tweezers are used to pluck the hair out.
And secondly, it hurts. Much more so than I had anticipated. Although using my epilator was painful, the process was fast and easy. Electrolysis is painful as well, and the worst part is that it takes a long time. Plus, that is for only one session. To address other areas of your body, you will need to make further appointments and return for additional sessions. After multiple visits, the remedy becomes permanent. If you're committed to electrolysis, you should be ready to commit to these lengthy, uncomfortable, and costly treatments for at least two or three years. That fell short of my expectations. My second appointment has still not taken place.

Using a laser
My friend also made her laser treatment appointment about the same time. Many other types of laser hair removal treatments are available, including IPL, Ruby Red, and IML. All of them work by using a laser beam to destroy hair on the skin.
Because of her prior experience with electrolysis, she was understandably worried about the potential discomfort. It was a huge relief for her that the procedure was not too painful. The sensation of a gentle "thumping" on the skin, similar to the snap of a rubber band, is experienced during the application of the laser. Plus, it took only a few minutes instead of hours using the electrified needle, thus it was far faster than electrolysis.
Down sides? Price per unit. Each of the laser treatments she enrolled in was priced at hundreds of dollars, adding up to more than a thousand dollars. My investigation also led me to learn that a recent government rule states that laser hair removal is not permanent, meaning that treatments (and associated costs) will have to go on forever. The advantage of a speedy and painless removal outweighed the expense, in my friend's opinion. Even now, she is pleased enough with her results to keep up with her laser treatments. I choose to keep seeking for an alternative that would be just as effective, but much cheaper, for my own situation.

Restarting the process
I felt like I had a good grasp of hair removal at this point. But then what became of me? My choices appeared to have been exhausted. I did what any competent researcher would do and reviewed my notes to make sure I hadn't forgotten anything. The hair removal cream was actually my first choice, and I gave it a lot of thought. Easy to apply and remove were two of my favorite features, so I gave them more thought. And the smell was the main thing that turned me off. I figured it was time to conduct some research, and I did it online as well as in the stores. Something I had bungled the last time.

No More Worries!
I decided to try a different hair removal product after doing some research. And what was it that I found? Not only was my new cream more effective than the one I had before, but it also provided my skin with vitamins and nutrients that kept it hydrated. To top it all off, I didn't have to deal with any unpleasant smell! I quickly learned that this cream eliminated stubble after only one application, and I was able to skip applications for weeks at a time. What little hair that eventually sprout back is noticeably smoother and finer than before. Despite my (very fair and evidently difficult) demands, I have at last discovered a product that satisfies them.

My Guidance
I finally decided on a product. Despite my desire to do so, I will not disclose the product that I ultimately chose because this is not a sales piece. I've been completely satisfied with it for months now. Because we may have varied pain tolerances and needs, it's hard for me to make a product recommendation. Before you buy any hair removal product, my recommendation is that you conduct some basic internet research. Visit TopConsumerReviews.com at http://www.topconsumerreviews.com/hairremoval for unbiased product ratings and reviews. You may access all of their information for free, and their analysis is well-thought-out. Read the customer reviews to determine if any of the products are a good fit for your requirements.

I really hope you can learn from my mistakes and not waste the next few months (and probably over a thousand dollars) trying different hair removal treatments. Stay stunning and best of luck!

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