Hair removal creams, also known as depilatory creams, contain active ingredients that weaken and break down the protein structure of the hair, allowing it to be easily wiped away. The main active ingredients in these creams are thioglycolic acid, potassium thioglycolate, and calcium hydroxide
. These ingredients, along with others like water, urea, and cetearyl alcohol, work together to dissolve the hair at the skin's surface, providing a pain- free hair removal method
. After applying the cream, it is left on for a few minutes to weaken the hair, and then it can be wiped off, leaving the skin smooth. However, it's important to note that the hair will grow back quickly after using a depilatory cream, usually within a few days
