Other Methods
Alternative hair removal techniques from traditional plucking to newer light-based treatments. Articles explain threading, sugaring, epilators, chemical depilatories and medical options for excessive hair growth.
All About Transdermolysis
Transdermolysis claims to remove hair painlessly at home, but there's little proof it actually works and plenty of sceptics.
Are Photoepilators Better Than Tweezing?
Photoepilators destroy hair follicles so they don't grow back, while tweezing only removes hair temporarily and needs constant upkeep.
Do Hair Growth Inhibitors Really Work?
Hair growth inhibitors sound promising, but there's no scientific proof they actually work, despite what people claim.
Do Rotary Epilators Really Remove Hair?
Rotary epilators pull hair out by the root for smooth skin that lasts weeks, but they don't work on sensitive areas or fine hair.
Epilators for Hair Removal
Epilators pull hair out from the root using rotating tweezers and work on legs, arms, underarms and bikini line without mess or salon visits.
Friction Methods to Remove Fine Hair
Use a pumice stone or rough mitt to gently buff away fine hair on your arms and legs without chemicals or razors.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) to Remove Hair
IPL hair removal is heavily advertised in the UK, but we explain how it actually works and whether the results live up to the hype.
Medications for Hair Removal
Prescription medications like Vaniqa and Dianette can slow unwanted hair growth, though results take weeks and aren't permanent.
Plucking Unwanted Hair
Plucking works best for shaping eyebrows and removing small amounts of facial hair, though it's painful and time-consuming compared to other methods.
Products That Discourage Hair Growth-Do They Work?
Hair growth inhibiting lotions and creams claim to slow regrowth, but here's what actually works and what doesn't.
Removing Body Hair by Sugaring
Sugaring uses a simple sugar paste to remove body hair with less pain and irritation than waxing, and you can make it at home.
Treating Excess Body Hair, or Hirsutism
Hirsutism is when women develop excessive coarse hair on their face and body, but treatment options are available to help.
Using Chemical Depilatories
Chemical depilatories dissolve hair below the skin surface for smooth results that last longer than shaving, but always patch test first.
What Are Chemical Depilatories?
Chemical depilatories are creams and gels that break down hair protein to remove unwanted body hair, typically lasting 3 to 5 days.
What Is Threading?
Threading uses twisted cotton thread to remove hair quickly and precisely, especially for eyebrows and facial hair.
What Is Transcutaneous Hair Removal?
Transcutaneous hair removal uses electric current through adhesive patches to supposedly zap hair roots, but there's little proof it actually works.