Whether your eyebrows are unruly or you sprout random chin hairs from time to time, you may be looking for the most effective way to get rid of unwanted hair on your face. Don’t fret, because we’re here to help! Here are seven popular facial hair removal methods to consider. See ya later, fuzz.
1. Waxing
The process: Whether you want to shape your brows or show that mustache who’s boss, waxing is an effective (and pretty affordable) hair removal method to consider trying on various parts of your face. You’ll just need to make sure your hair is at least ¼ of an inch or longer. During a waxing session, a pro will spread either soft or hard wax onto your skin and pull it off when the wax dries to remove hairs at the root, says Holly Green, esthetician and owner of Norabloom Botanicals & Beauty Lounge in Ithaca, New York. Green prefers hard wax for the face since it tends to be thicker, is applied warm, dries on the skin and is removed without a cloth.
Ouch factor: Minimal to medium discomfort, but it’s really different for everyone, says Green, adding that sometimes comfortable surroundings can make you feel more at ease, thus lessening the pain. “The first time is always the worst,” says Green, “but after that it’s fantastic—knowing what to expect and having a skilled pro really go at it makes it less scary.”
How long the results last: Anywhere from four to six weeks, says Green.
How much it costs, on average: Anywhere from $9-25, varies depending on the salon, where you live, and the area of your face you’re waxing.
Pros and cons: Since hairs are removed at the root, you can typically go at least a month between waxing appointments. Waxing is something that’s best left to the pros, so you may want to skip out if you’re more of an at-home hair removal kind of gal. It can be difficult to gauge the temperature of the wax at home, so you could burn yourself. The good news is that a pro facial waxing is pretty affordable.
Dos and don’ts: After getting waxed, the first step you should take is applying sunscreen. “People don’t realize that when you wax, you’re pulling the top layer of skin off,” comments Green. “You can get hyperpigmentation if you don’t protect yourself from the sun—especially on your upper lip.” Oh yeah—and save the spa treatment for another day. “It’s not ideal to come in and get a wax and then get a facial,” says Green, as this can cause unnecessary irritation to vulnerable skin. If you experience any redness afterwards, apply a cool compress, suggests Green. Experiencing ingrown hairs? Roll on some PFB Vanish gel, which has willow bark extract and camphor oil to curb inflammation.
2. Threading
The process: The name pretty much describes what’s going on—a hair removal specialist uses a thread to pull rows of hair out from the root, says Santi Garay, lead brow specialist at Browhaus in New York City. While brows are the most popular area to have threaded, you can get it done just about anywhere on your face, including your forehead, sideburns, cheeks and upper lip. A full eyebrow threading will typically take 15 to 20 minutes.
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