Underarm Hair Removal
Underarm Hair (also called axillary hair or armpit hair) is the composition of hair in the underarm area. This hair, as most of the other body hair, normally starts to appear at puberty and growth is usually complete by the end of teen age. The release of pheromones from the axilla at this stage of human development suggests association of armpit hair with sexuality. The positive response to olfactory stimulus in mammals and the consequent intensification of the sex drive caused by release of pheromones offers useful clues as to the purpose and importance of axillary hair in humans. It has been suggested that the hair itself acts with a natural “anti-friction” quality between the upper arm and the thorax.
The size of the area also determines cost. Since the underarm area is relatively small, it would be a lot less than say the legs, chest or back.Costs can vary greatly with each business. They can choose to charge an arm-and-a-leg, or they can be price competitive and charge you fairly. Like any other service business, the demand for that service, in this case underarm laser hair removal, dictates the fee that can be charged.
Myths
Contrary to popular belief, underarm hair does not grow back thicker after it has been removed, since shaving does nothing to change the number of hair follicles in the underarm area. This myth may have begun because new hair creates stubble and can lead to redness, irritation, and ingrown hairs that may make an underarm area seem more inflamed and darker than prior to hair removal.Another myth about armpit hair is that shaving was initially a sign of loose virtue or prostitution. There is no historical basis for this assumption, and in fact, many cultures have historically encouraged the removal of excess body hair – including armpit, chest, and pubic hair – to promote cleanliness. If hair is removed, it cannot help retain sweat, dirt, or odor-causing bacteria.
Plucking is another possibility for removing underarm hair. This method involves pulling the hair out with tweezers. In order to remove underarm hair in this manner, the hair must be long enough to grab and hold with tweezers. Generally speaking, this method of hair removal is not very practical for the underarms, as it takes a long time to accomplish. Furthermore, many people find plucking in the sensitive underarm area uncomfortable.
Though it sometimes means daily maintenance, shaving is the easiest way to remove underarm hair. The key is to get as close a shave as possible by using a shaving gel and raising your arms so the skin is taut (giving you more access to the hair). Because underarm hair grows in so many directions, it’s best to shave up, down and side to side.
Some people choose to remove underarm hair by using depilatories. Depilatories are chemicals that dissolve unwanted hair. These are available in the form of cream, spray and liquid form.A depilatory is spread or sprayed on the underarm area and allowed to sit for a period of time. After some minutes it is wiped or rinsed off leaving hairless skin behind. Sometimes depilatories can cause skin irritation.
