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Unlike the European, Brazilian women have a horror of hair and do everything to make your legs and armpits smooth. The most radical shaved the back, belly and most any other area where a drizzle threatens to emerge. In America today, shaving more dug in the groin called the Brazilian method. A specialist in aesthetic Luisa Catoira below explains the advantages and complications of the main methods for you to choose what suits your needs best.

Wax Roll-on (hot): a device heats the wax that is applied in the area to be shaved, and appliance pull it off with a cloth untrue
In favor: it is a cheap and make the most hygienic waxing. It ensures that the wax used on a person shall not be used in another
Cons: because it is difficult to control the temperature of the wax, a method is dangerous and can hurt your skin
Tips: There are lines of wax for sensitive skin, thick hair and normal skin, ask your beautician to arrange

Algae wax (hot): the method consists in removing the hair with wax itself (without paper). The product has hydrating properties of seaweed to replenish the moisture from your skin.
In favor: if done well, is not painful. It is anti-allergic and can be applied over large
Cons: can be reused, not very hygienic. If you prevent varicose veins, because the heat can break the vases
Tips: Require new wax when the hall. The temperature is essential for efficiency of this method, be very careful with professional waxing will not occur for burns

Cold Wax: The wax is placed in cellophane, and soon after, sandwiched in the area to be shaved. The leaves are used to stick to lose the power to pull the hair.
Pro: displays more lasting results and is very hygienic, because all the material is disposable.
Cons: it is more protracted and painful
Tips: It is generally done at home, waxing cold is hygienic, but it requires a skin cleansing lotion with specific soon after. It removes leftover wax, avoiding ingrown

Egyptian wax (hot) made of molasses, sugar and lemon, the wax is heated to the ideal point for application with spatula and paper is removed with depilatory
In favor: it has natural ingredients and is suitable for sensitive skin
Cons: not indicated when the hairs are short
Tips: For the result is satisfactory, the wax must be of good quality and it is important to know how to pull it properly. Do not do it alone because it is one of the most difficult to be pulled and can break the hair.

Depilatory: depilatory creams act on the surface and dissolve the hair. The result is similar to the blade
Pro: less aggressive than other methods because dissolves the protein that forms the hair without cortes.Dura up to two times more than the use of the blade. It is painless, which is positive for those who are sensitive
Cons: can not be used on bruised or irritated skin. We need to do an allergy test before use to prevent hypersensitivity. Each package costs from $ 8 to $ 15 and lasts a few applications
Tips: Remove hairs with a soft sponge to avoid damaging the skin. If there remain some, use a soft, damp towel to complete the shave. There are many gels and moisturizing after-shave, is worth investing in a hypoallergenic to soothe the skin.

Electronic devices (machines that shave): the hairs are removed with a machine that glides on skin
In favor: pull out the hairs by the root, so it hard enough. It makes no mess, because the hairs are sucked by the device. Usually does not cause allergies and between methods is the safest for sensitive skin.
Cons: has a high initial investment, since the devices are usually expensive. Can only be used be any batteries or taken by, not a good option for travel. It hurts as much as waxing.
Tips: Do not dismiss the use of post-depilatory creams to moisturize the skin. Beware of possible shocks, so never use the appliance with wet hands. Before you buy, research the pros and cons of each model and invest in brands.

Blades: is indicated in emergency cases and to complement other types of hair removal
In favor: of course, is the cheapest method - it's always good to have a new blade at home. Can be used anywhere without the need for batteries or light
Cons: over time, can leave the regions without hair darker. Ingrown hairs are common when you shave blade. How not to strip hair at the root, they grow after two or three days.
Tips: Apply a little conditioner to shave before leaving the hair soft. Pass the blade in the direction of the hair not to jam. Prefer blade with lubricating strips and springs at the base. Slides should always be very clean and new to keep the skin is injured or with some irritation.

Laser: The laser wave is attracted to dark pigment, which acts as a conductor, leading the heat until the array of hair, having little effect on the wires clear, explains dermatologist Fernando Bezerra.
For: laser hair removal proved the most effective protocol for hair reduction. It eliminates the root, the hair bulb.
Cons: It's the most expensive method of hair removal. Prices vary depending on area and type of hair, which determines the number of sessions. The complete treatment for the fluff, for example, can cost between $ 500 and $ 800 for the groin, between $ 800 and $ 1,200, considering four or five sessions. Not suitable for pregnant women. The good result depends on the person's skin and coat.
Tips: The laser hair removal requires some preparation. In more brown skins, we recommend the use of bleaching creams to reduce the possibility of stains. And after shaving is very important to protect the skin against the sun using a sunscreen, says dermatologist.

Care before and after epilation

- Try shaving at night. The skin has many hours away from the sun and clothes tighter to recover;
- Always shave with the skin clean to prevent infection;
- If possible, shave after showering. The steam increases the skin elasticity and softens the hair;
- Do not apply anything that might irritate your skin after shaving;
- During this time try not to expose skin to sun, sea water, perfumes or any other irritant, including soaps.
- Finally, soothe and moisturize the skin with an alcohol-free post-depilatory after an hour to finish the treatment.

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