How to relieve pain from epilation with an epilator at home
Excessive hair on the body does not allow any woman to live in peace. Each of them finds suitable methods of depilation, but using an epilator - This one of the most common and effective methods.
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How to relieve pain during hair removal on the bikini area, armpits, legs
The method of using an epilator is certainly effective, but it is also very painful. The question arises - how to relieve the pain of epilation with an epilator at home? There are various medications and special attachments for the defiling device. It is quite possible to relieve pain from depilation in the bikini area or armpits, legs and arms.
Painkiller sprays
You can purchase this spray at any pharmacy; finding it is not difficult. When purchasing such a spray, pay attention to the country of manufacture. Specialists recommend giving preference to foreign products production, for example, Hungary. These products are considered to be of higher quality and more effective.
Apply a generous layer of spray to the area to be epilated and temporarily wrap it in cling film. After a couple of hours, remove the film and begin the procedure.
Lidocaine in ampoules
This anesthesia option can be chosen if it is not possible to purchase and use a spray.
IMPORTANT. Before using this drug, read the instructions for use. Make sure you do not have an allergic reaction to this drug.
If you have noticed that your skin is hypersensitive and prone to allergic reactions, it is better to avoid this type of anesthesia. The effect is exactly the same as that of lidocaine spray.
Creams with anesthetic effect
This version of anesthesia has the same operating principle as sprays. The cream can be used to relieve pain in any area of the body.
You can buy such a product at a pharmacy; it can be Emla cream, which contains the same lidocaine and prilocaine.
In order for the analgesic effect to be more effective, the cream must be used according to the same principle as the spray.
IMPORTANT. Be sure to read the instructions for use of the drug. If possible, consult your doctor.
Painkillers
If none of the anesthesia methods listed above suits you, you can easily choose over-the-counter drugs on pharmacy shelves. Their action is aimed at dulling pain. They can be used for depilation at home.
REFERENCE. Painkillers include: analgin, nurofen and others with a similar spectrum of action.
It is necessary to take the tablet half an hour before the procedure, this will make the depilation process less painful.
IMPORTANT. You should not experiment; take only those drugs that are familiar to you. If possible, consult your doctor for advice.
Steaming before the procedure
In addition to medications, you can also resort to gentle pain relief methods. To reduce pain during the hair removal procedure at home, you can first take a bath with hot water, or you can steam in the shower.
Under the influence of steam and high temperature water, the pores on the skin open, and this ultimately significantly facilitates the depilation process. When carrying out this procedure at home, take care of your pores first.
IMPORTANT. Do not forget that during the depilation procedure, the skin must be dry. After showering or bathing, dry your body thoroughly with a towel.
Special attachments for the epilator
Epilator manufacturers have taken care of women. In addition to equipment that allows you to remove unwanted body hair at home, they also offer various convenient and effective attachments. Thanks to the use of such attachments, a significant reduction in pain can be achieved. The types of nozzles are as follows:
Cooling. It is filled with water and then it should be placed in the freezer. When the water in the nozzle freezes, you can begin the procedure. By cooling the skin during depilation, you will notice a decrease in pain. It is also worth noting that the risk of developing skin irritation after the procedure is significantly reduced.- Attachment with thinned epilating discs. When using this attachment, fewer hairs are removed in one pass, therefore, pain is reduced.
- Massage nozzle. Its action is based on vibration. Thanks to vibration, pain is interrupted. You can describe its action as rubbing your hand over the place on the body where it hurts.
Selecting the day and time for the procedure
If you know some of the characteristics of your body, you can guess the time when sensitivity decreases as much as possible.
- When sensitivity is lowest. The first couple of days after the end of the menstrual cycle, sensitivity in the female body is at its lowest threshold.
- When sensitivity is heightened. During the period of ovulation and three days before the onset of menstruation. It is not recommended to carry out the procedure on these days.
- The best period of the day. It is recommended to carry out the procedure between four o'clock in the evening and six o'clock in the evening.
Tips and tricks
When performing the procedure, stretch the skin with one hand and move the device over the skin with the other.- Before the procedure, you can use a body scrub.
- The shorter the hair, the less pain.
- Massage the depilation area before the procedure.
After studying the information provided, you can easily set up the depilation procedure in comfortable conditions.
