Hair Removal

A longtime beauty secret of the East, threading is gaining popularity among Westerners who want to tame their brows. Find out why many prefer this technique to waxing or plucking.

By Sarah Siddons

Lathering up with shaving cream and using a razor for the first time is often a much-anticipated step toward manhood. But at what age should boys start shaving?

By John Barrymore

Shaving is a rite of passage into adolescence for many girls, but many parents are wary of letting their daughters grow up too fast. At what age should girls begin shaving their legs?

By Sarah Siddons

If you use a hair removal cream properly, you can wash away unwanted hair with one clean wipe. Leave a cream on your skin for too long, though, and you could burn yourself.

By Sarah Siddons

Tweezing is one of the simplest and most used techniques for hair removal, but is it safe for your skin? Learn more about the most common side effects that can come along with it.

By Sarah Siddons

Not all bikini waxes are created equal, and some require a lot more daring than others. How can you figure out which type is right for your needs?

By Sarah Siddons

By removing hair on your most sensitive parts, a Brazilian wax can cause some pain, as well as embarrassment. But what are the chances it will seriously damage your skin?

By Sarah Siddons

For those who want hair-free legs without the upkeep shaving requires, waxing may be the perfect solution. What do you need to know to have a relatively painless waxing experience?

By Sarah Siddons

Electrolysis is the only permanent hair removal option available today. Despite its appeal, however, the procedure isn't right for everyone. What are the advantages and disadvantages associated with electrolysis?

By Sarah Siddons

Do you have areas of unwanted hair but can't afford costly medical procedures? Many people find an inexpensive alternative in hair removal creams. How do they remove hair in one easy swipe?

By Sarah Siddons

Before you even place hair removal cream on your skin, the smell is unpleasant. And once it starts working, the sulfur-like smell gets even worse. What makes hair removal cream smell so bad?

By Sarah Siddons

For many men, it seems less hair is more. Thirteen percent of men shave their chest hair, according to research by Philips Electronics, but can shaving chest hair damage the skin?

By John Barrymore