Hair Removal

Hair removal can take its toll on skin over time. Learn more about hair removal and skin at HowStuffWorks.

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From thin to thick and back again, we take a pictorial look at eyebrow fashion over the last 100 years.

By Alia Hoyt

Trying to get rid of excess body hair? Learn all about hair removal creams – and how to pick out the most effective one for you!

By Katie Lambert

Brazilian waxes are becoming more popular. But what do you need to know before you sign up for this type of bikini wax? Get the latest Brazilian was info.

By Kevin P. Allen

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Many razors, foams and other shaving products out there are tailored specifically toward men or women. Is there really much difference in the way men and women need to shave?

By Meghan E. Smith

Getting rid of your five o'clock shadow or perfecting your bikini line probably isn't one of your favorite things to do. Do more blades equal a better shave and less time devoted to making you look fabulous?

By Susan L. Nasr

Whether you're trying to keep your brows perfectly arched or dig out a splinter, tweezers are amazingly handy. How can they become even handier?

By William Harris

Few people admire the combination of facial hair and lipstick outside of the circus, but unwanted facial hair is a fact of life. Will a little bleach do the trick, or should you resort to other methods to get rid of it?

By Molly Edmonds

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Either way, razors are freakishly expensive. But one's got to be cheaper in the long run than the other, right? Which type of razor should you invest in to save money?

By Charles W. Bryant

We seem to be perfectly comfortable with the fact that we've got hair on our heads, but we'll do just about anything to get it off other parts of the body. How did the Neanderthals remove unwanted hair?

By Charles W. Bryant

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

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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

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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

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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

Laser hair removal is a popular and effective way to get rid of unwanted body hair. That said, how much should you pay for it? How much does price matter -- if at all?

By John Barrymore

Stubble can begin appearing on your face just a few hours after shaving. You may have a five o'clock shadow -- or a 12 o'clock shadow -- but how often should you shave your beard?

By John Barrymore

Stubble can appear as early as a day after shaving, but sometimes razor burn and ingrown hairs can make you wary of picking up that razor blade again. So how often should you shave your legs?

By Sarah Siddons

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You can minimize the risk of nicks, cuts and razor burn if you always shave with a clean, sharp blade, but how often should you replace your razor blade?

By John Barrymore

If you don't have the patience for tweezing or the money for waxing, an alternative way to get rid of eyebrow hair is threading. How does this simple method for removing unwanted facial hair work?

By Sarah Siddons