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Lynfield, 1970 Title: Shaving and hair growth. Author: Lynfield YL, Macwilliams P Journal: J Invest Dermatol 1970 Sep;55(3):170-2 PMID: 5459955, UI: 70293956 Cited in: Another paper to demonstrate shaving does not affect hair growth.
Klein, 1988 Title: Depilatory and shaving products. Authors: Klein AW, Rish DC Journal: Clin Dermatol 1988 Jul-Sep;6(3):68-70 PMID: 3071405, UI: 89194949 Affiliated institution: Department of Medicine/Dermatology, UCLA School of Medicine. A brief general overview.
Blackwell, 1977 Title: Ingrown hairs, shaving, and electrolysis. Authors: Blackwell G Journal: Cutis, 1977, 19:172-173 PMID: — Blackwell discusses how to release ingrown hairs prior to electrolysis treatment or shaving.
Non-electric razors There are a few things to look for when choosing a non-electric razor: Disposable or replaceable cartridges. Spend the money and get a cartridge razor. Number of blades (1-3) For many, more means closer and less irritation. Lubricating strips. Most cartridge razors have this and can help reduce irritation Pivoting head. Most cartridge … Continue reading “Shaving manufacturers”
MaryJane Butters at the Salt Lake Tribune has an excellent piece on eco-friendly options for getting a good shave. Among the products reviewed: Recycline Preserve Triple Razor ($7.25 at www.recycline.com) Wally Rubber razor ($6.95 from www.veganessentials.com) Razor Saver ($11.95 at www.sustainablevillage.com) Solar Powered Shaver (about $55 at www.ecotopia.co.uk) Gigi Organic Milk and Honee Wax ($13.99 … Continue reading “Eco-friendly shaving tips”
Hairfacts is my main site. It’s based on verifiable hair removal facts you can go check yourself. HairTell is about consumer experiences with hair removal, which are often not possible to verify and are not scientific. Although most consumers here are honest and helpful, due to the nature of the internet, a few bad apples might be giving bogus … Continue reading “Hair removal forum”
Ethicist Heather Widdows wrote an interesting piece for TIME magazine about the ethics of hair removal: Visible body hair is rarely seen. It is so rare that underarm hair on a celebrity becomes a news story. For the rest of us, showing it in public — even at the beach, when wearing very little — is almost a … Continue reading “The ethics of hair removal”
One inexpensive method of friction for removing hair is a very fine grit sandpaper called emery cloth. Advantages Inexpensive Fast Essentially painless Can be done at home Available widely Exfoliates and smooths skin Many types can be used wet or dry Good for legs with fine hair Some use it between shaving or waxing sessions … Continue reading “Emery cloth for hair removal”
Below is a list of some of the hair removal search terms that brought readers here. I’ll try to link these to the appropriate place soon! These are in alphabetical order. You can also use the search feature on this site. aavexx aavexx 600 aavexx 600 blend-tone aavexx 600 home electrolysis machine reviews aavexx 600 … Continue reading “Hair removal search terms”
Laura Mazza from Facebook’s Mum on the Run page shares her profanity-laced tale of woe, where she thought she’d do a little pubic hair removal prior to her C-section. As my due date edges closer, I have thought about removing my own body hair so that I don’t get shaved down by a nurse in … Continue reading “Hilarious NSFW tale of a pregnant mom’s hair removal nightmare”
