Epilator—The Unsung Beauty Gadget Among Women
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How to use an epilator?

Using an epilator is less scary than it sounds. To begin:

Prepare your skin by exfoliating it to avoid ingrown hair (optional). Hold the device at a 90-degree angle with the head of the epilator pointing towards your skin. Let the head of the epilator gently touch (not press) the surface of your skin. Turn-on the epilator. Glide the epilator slowly against the direction of hair growth. Repeat the process in the same area until you receive the desired result.

And you’re done!

(It’s advisable to refer to your respective user manual, as epilators differ according to brands, settings and function.)

How much do they cost?

Epilators are available at various price ranges. The cost of epilators in India can range anywhere between 1000 INR to 30000 INR. But three features play a major role in determining its price, and they are:

Number of tweezers : The higher the number of tweezers, the quicker the process — but the higher the cost.

: The higher the number of tweezers, the quicker the process — but the higher the cost. Corded/Cordless : Corded epilators are cheaper, but work only when its cable is plugged into a power source. Whereas a rechargeable cordless epilator lets you carry and use the device anywhere you like — making it more travel friendly at the expense of paying a higher price.

: Corded epilators are cheaper, but work only when its cable is plugged into a power source. Whereas a rechargeable cordless epilator lets you carry and use the device anywhere you like — making it more travel friendly at the expense of paying a higher price. Wet/Dry function: An epilator that provides both the wet and dry function is costlier, but gives you the freedom to use it during a bath or shower. On the other hand, an epilator with only the dry feature is non-waterproof and could be used only when the skin is dry.

What areas of the body can you epilate?

Today, most epilators are designed to remove almost all parts of your body hair. However, you can find certain epilators specifically designed to be used in sensitive areas like the face and bikini line.

Are epilators painful?

Hell yes!

But the extent of pain depends on each individual’s pain tolerance level and the area you epilate. Similar to threading or waxing, your body starts tolerating the pain with repeated usage. But commonly — the shorter the hair, the lesser the pain.

Why is epilation better than waxing or shaving?

1. Fewer chances for mishaps

Epilators help you avoid those daunting skin accidents. It lets you be free from the worry of hurting yourself with razor cuts or skin burns.

2. Saves you money

Investing in a good epilator saves you money in the long run. You no longer need to buy disposable razors or pay a bomb every time you visit a salon for a waxing session. A single epilator will last for years.

3. Longer hair-free days

Similar to waxing, epilation lets you stay hair-free for up to 3 to 4 weeks (as hair plucked from the roots takes time to grow back) but with the added advantage of having no in-between days.

Waxing can be done only when your hair grows over half cm in length, while an epilator can grab hair as short as 0.5mm in length. Also, this duration is comparatively longer than shaving, where your hair starts growing back in 3 to 5 days (as the hair is trimmed only from the surface of your skin).

4. Completely mess-free

Unlike waxing or shaving, epilation is undemanding. You need not cover yourself with a shaving foam nor go through the trouble of heating up wax to get started with the process. Grab an epilator, glide it all over and you’re done.

Takeaway

To sum up, an epilator reaps the benefits of both waxing and shaving. It gives you long-lasting results as waxing at the comfort of your home, yet at a quicker pace as shaving. This versatile product is a cheaper yet long-lasting alternative and a must-have in your beauty ritual if you wish to enjoy a hassle-free hair removal experience.