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Epilators are a great alternative to tweezing or waxing—but man, using one can be uncomfortable! If you’ve tried epilating before and are considering giving up because of the pain, there are a few things you can do to make your experience a little less excruciating. The good news is that epilation gets less painful every time you do it, so practice makes perfect!
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Expert Q&A
Tips
- If you’re prone to ingrown hairs, exfoliate your skin a few days after you epilate.[9]Thanks
Warnings
- If your epilator isn’t waterproof, make sure your skin is fully dry before you start to avoid breaking your epilator.[10]Thanks
References
- ↑ https://www.philips.co.in/c-e/beauty-tips-for-women/hair-removal-tips/hair-removal-methods/epilating-tips-for-pain-free-hair-removal.html
- ↑ https://www.oglf.org/how-to-use-an-epilator/
- ↑ https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/fashion/10-top-epilation-tips-1.790029
- ↑ https://www.oglf.org/how-to-use-an-epilator/
- ↑ https://hair.lovetoknow.com/hair-removal/upper-lip-hair-removal
- ↑ https://gulfnews.com/lifestyle/fashion/10-top-epilation-tips-1.790029
- ↑ https://www.download.p4c.philips.com/files/h/hp6401_50/hp6401_50_dfu_aen.pdf
- ↑ https://www.oglf.org/how-to-use-an-epilator/
- ↑ https://www.oglf.org/how-to-use-an-epilator/
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Epilating is an effective method for removing hair, but it can be a little painful. To take the edge off, take a painkiller, such as ibuprofen, about 45 minutes before you start. It also helps to have warm, damp skin, since this will soften the hair and reduce friction from the epilator. Take a shower first and use a moisturizing exfoliator to keep your skin soft and supple. If your epilator is waterproof, you can even use it in the shower. If you’re still feeling a lot of pain, rub a small amount of a numbing cream, such as lidocaine, over the really sensitive areas before you epilate. Read on for more tips, like how to hold and move the epilator in a way that minimizes pain.
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