Fashion for smooth female legs, a well-groomed bikini area and hairless armpits appeared even before our era. At the same time, a variety of ways to remove unwanted hair were invented.
The hairs on the body were removed with special compounds, plucked mechanically and simply shaved off... Despite the fact that the cosmetology industry does not stand still, and today photoepilation has appeared, such an easy way to get rid of hair, like shaving, is still popular.
Why shaving is still a popular hair removal method
To explain why ladies choose a women's shaving machine, and which one is better at coping with hair, you need to consider the benefits of this method of removing excess vegetation.
Advantages of depilation with a machine:
- Ability to carry out hair removal procedures at home on your own. No need to sign up, go somewhere or go. A woman can get rid of her hair herself at any time convenient for her. In addition, many women are embarrassed to contact salons for this reason;
- Availability... Salon services are not affordable for everyone, and a machine, even an expensive one, will still cost less than several procedures;
- 100% hair removal. Despite the fact that there are depilatory creams and wax strips on sale, these products do not always cope with their task. They often cause allergies and contribute to ingrown hairs. Shaving will remove all hairs and will not cause any harm to the skin - with careful handling of the machine;
- Painlessness. Another powerful argument in favor of shaving. Especially in the bikini area and underarms;
- Fast effect. When removing hair with creams or wax strips, redness often remains immediately after the procedure. After shaving, there are no such nuances;
- Always at hand. Unlike other means, the machine does not have the property to end.
Disadvantages of shaving over other types of hair removal
Despite the fact that the women's shaving machine, no matter how best it is, has so many advantages, it still has disadvantages.
The disadvantages of shaving with a razor are usually the following:
- Relatively short-term effect. Even the best machine will give smoothness for no more than two or three days. And for most women, hairs appear on the second day after shaving;
- The likelihood of injury to the skin. In the process of shaving, you need to be extremely careful not to cut yourself, especially in the bend area (knees, bikini);
- The need to use special foams and mousses for shaving - This is another item of expense, although some get by with regular shower gel;
- The need for moisturizers after shave. If you do not apply cream to the skin, it may begin to peel off;
The machines need to be changed periodically.
How to choose a shaving machine
To choose a machine for yourself, you need to consider the options available on the market and their differences from each other.
Differences between male and female machines
In fact, these machines are not that different, and this division was just a lucky idea for marketers. Among the few differences, one can only note the design. A woman, first of all, considers a woman's shaving machine as a purchase. Which one is better depends on many parameters.
A razor for women often has smooth lines and a blue or pink, purple body color. While the males are heavier and more laconic, their bodies are predominantly dark in color. Also, women's machines, as a rule, have a special protective buffer around the blades, thereby reducing the likelihood of a cut.
The gel strip is available on both male and female machines. Its purpose is to moisturize while shaving. This is a really good solution, since the gel from the strip is immediately applied to the skin after moving with the razor. Thus, it quickly softens and has a well-groomed appearance;
Reusable or disposable machine
Sure, a disposable razor for a smoother shave, in addition, it is also hygienic, as it negates the possibility of infection or damage to the skin with a blunt blade.
On the other hand, the reusable machine has a convenient floating head, and the blades are much better, it is equipped with a gel strip and a protective buffer, which is extremely rare on disposable machines.
Besides, the reusable machine is convenient precisely because it can be used repeatedly.
Thus, in order to decide which women's shaving machine will be better, it is necessary to determine the requirements and expectations for this item.
Some women generally use men's machines - oddly enough, they are cheaper.
How to shave properly with a shaving machine
Begin shaving after taking a shower or bath. It is advisable to hold the areas to be shaved a little under running hot water. Also it is useful to use a scrub before shaving... This will soften the skin, open up the pores and make hair removal easier.
Now a special gel, mousse or shaving foam is applied to the skin and evenly distributed over the body area.
Some people use soap for this purpose. But this is wrong, as the soap clogs into the blades and dries the skin a lot.
On the other hand, shaving products gently envelop the skin, creating a semblance of a film on it, leaving the hairs free. This contributes to a smoother shave and keeps the blades sharp for longer.
Contrary to popular belief, hair needs to be shaved for growth... The movements should be smooth, you do not need to press on the blade, as well as hold it in one place several times. If hairs are not removed the first time, then the blades need to be replaced. And with repeated movements it is easy to damage the skin.
Finished shaving removes foam from skin and the body is gently dabbed with a towel. Finally, an aftershave cream or lotion, or any moisturizer, is applied to damp skin.
What you need to know to choose the best women's shaving machine
As is often the case, it is difficult to give a definitive answer on which women's shaving machine will be better. This is due to the fact that every woman has her own preferences for the body care process, because we are all individual.One girl likes a reusable razor, another uses a disposable razor.
And many people want the color of the machine to match the color of the cosmetic bag.
We can only say that reusable machines are more convenient and safer than disposable ones. They have better quality blades that don't fade for a long time, a floating head and a moisturizing gel strip. Such a machine is much more convenient to take with you on vacation than a dozen disposable ones. And at the final price it will come out cheaper.
In this way, when choosing a machine, you should focus on the quality of the razor and on the characteristics of your skin... Shaving products and afterwards also play a significant role.
Because sometimes it happens that even an expensive machine, with a gentle shave, injures the skin, causing it to peel off, and the whole thing turns out to be in the wrong shaving cream.