An epilator is an electronic device that removes unwanted body hair by pulling it out from the roots, similar to waxing. Unlike waxing, it doesnt use wax, but instead, it uses small discs or tweezers to grip the hair follicle at its root. Epilators can remove more hair than electric shavers do, and because they remove hair at the root, you wont have to use them again for several weeks. They can be used at home or at a clinic, depending on the type, and can be used on hair from different areas of the body, including arms, legs, pubic area, and even the face. There are three different types of epilators: needle, tweezer, and electrolysis. Needle epilators have a fine wire that goes under the skin to reach the hair follicle and send an electric current to destroy the hair root, loosening the hair. Tweezer epilators use a rotating head containing many tiny tweezers that grab the hair close to the skin and pull it out. Electrolysis epilators destroy hair using a shortwave radio frequency and can be used to get rid of unwanted body hair permanently, but they are riskier than the other types and cant be used at home.
To use an epilator, you should exfoliate your skin before using it to remove dead skin cells and prevent ingrown hairs. You can use an epilator on wet or dry skin, depending on the model, and it can be uncomfortable or painful, especially at first. After using an epilator, you should moisturize your skin to reduce irritation and clean the device with alcohol to reduce the risk of a skin infection. The benefits of epilation include smoother skin for longer, less body hair over time, and finer and softer hair regrowth.
