Facial Hair Removal For Men

For the new metrosexuals facial hairs are a no – no, not even a goatee. Forget the tag. Who is comfortable with hairs sprouting like weeds throughout the face? It is not only uncomfortable for the person but is also an eyesore. To look like Hagar the Horrible is good only in comic strips, but in real life it borders on indecency. Earlier, men removing facial hairs were frowned upon – it was unheard of. This taboo became so strong that men had to remove their unwanted facial hair on the sly. They wouldn’t confess doing this even to their buddies. Facial hairs were once considered the signs of masculinity. Not anymore. Better to show your brawn or your brains but leave out the hairs, please. If you are one of those who wish to have a perfectly mowed face then read the article below to know the various methods of facial hair removal for men.

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Facial Hair Removal Methods For Guys

Shaving

Shaving is the most accepted and popular form of removing the beard, whiskers and mustaches.
It is also less painful other than a mild irritation. Using a shaving gel or cream makes shaving more comfortable.
One drawback is that it must be done regularly as the hair the shaved hair grows fast.

Waxing

Waxing pulls the hairs by the roots and so it is very painful.
It is not advisable to wax the mustache and beard unless the hairs are very thin and light.
Waxing can be used efficiently to remove the thin facial hairs.
In waxing the hairs take a long time to grow as they are plucked from their roots.

Creams

Depending upon the sensitivity of the skin, hair removal creams can be used.
Since, most of them are harsh they must be tested prior to application.
Don’t use hair removal creams near the eyes or if there are any cuts.

Plucking

Plucking is a very good option to trim the eyebrows.
However to remove other types of facial hair it is very painful.
You can also pluck your ear and nose hairs. A pair of tweezers is the best tool for plucking.

Electrolysis

In electrolysis the electric current is used to destroy the hair root using a needle shaped electrode.
It is costly but gives the best results.
Removing facial hair by electrolysis must be done by a qualified medical practitioner.

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