How to remove armpit hair

The skin under the armpit is very sensitive, so we must choose the most comfortable way to remove hair. It takes only 1 to 2 minutes to shave the armpit hair, so it is the most popular. If you want more lasting results, you can try beeswax and electric hair remover. For those who are afraid of pain, hair removal cream is the best choice. If you want to do it once and for all, go to the beauty salon to make an appointment for hair removal!

Exercise method:

Wet the armpits with warm water. 
When the skin is warm and smooth, the body hair will be more easily shaved. You can shave while taking a bath, or warm the armpits with warm water in advance.
  • If you have internal hair troubles, it is recommended to use scrub to remove the cuticle on the skin surface.
  • For extremely sensitive skin, night is the best time to shave, so that the skin can be repaired all night long.


Raise your arms as much as possible
 The skin under the armpit is not easy to be cut by the blade.

Apply shaving cream or lotion to the armpits
 Make sure that all armpit hairs are covered so that the shaving is smoother. If you do n’t want to be cut by a blade, you must not skip this important step.
  • If necessary, you can also make up with ordinary soap. However, a layer of foam must be rubbed before applying to the underarms.
  • If conditions are limited, shampoo or conditioner can also be used instead.

Use a new, sharp razor
 A rusty and blunt razor may affect the effect of shaving, cut the skin, or cause inward growth of armpit hair, or even cause skin inflammation ... In short, there are many disadvantages. Therefore, be sure to use a sharp razor

When shaving, the moving direction of the blade should be opposite to the direction of hair growth

 The growth of armpit hair varies from person to person. Some people's armpit hairs grow in one direction, and some people's armpit hairs grow in all directions. If you want to shave cleanly, you should try to move the shaver against the direction of hair growth. Exercise lightly when shaving. If necessary, rinse the razor while shaving.

Rinse the armpits and continue on the other side
Wash off the excess shaving cream and check if the armpit hair is shaved off. Shave again if necessary. After shaving on one side, then shave on the other side.

Wait 1 to 2 hours before applying deodorant
 The blade may leave small scars on the skin. Before applying other products, you need to allow time for these scars to heal. If you apply deodorant immediately, your skin will feel tingling and even a rash will grow.

Choose a hair removal cream suitable for sensitive areas.
 Hair removal creams have different effects. Some hair removal creams are particularly effective for sensitive areas such as the face and armpits, and some hair removal creams focus on thick and dark leg hair. It is recommended to choose a hair removal cream that is suitable for sensitive parts; if the effect is not good, try more effective products.
  • Hair removal creams that are too powerful may cause red rashes on your skin.
  • If you do n’t know how to choose, first buy the hair removal cream designed for your face.

Clean the armpits
 First wash away the deodorant and sweat from the armpits, then dry the armpits with a towel.

Raise your arms as much as possible
 Make sure to keep your armpit skin tight during hair removal. You need to raise your arm to a comfortable position so that you can keep your arm upright for a few minutes after using the hair removal cream.  

Cover the armpit hair with depilatory cream
 Try not to apply the hair removal cream to the smooth skin around the armpit hair, as long as it just covers the armpit hair.

Wait for the hair removal cream to take effect according to the time specified by the product 
While waiting, be sure to keep your arms high. The chemicals in most hair removal creams take 3 to 10 minutes to break down the hair. Strictly observe the prescribed time; when the time is up, wipe off the depilatory cream immediately, and you must not time out
  • When using the depilatory cream for the first time, just wait for one minute to wash off the depilatory cream immediately, and then check the skin for any allergic reactions; pay attention to whether there are redness, itching, and other symptoms. If the skin is safe and sound, then re-apply hair removal cream.
  • After applying the hair removal cream, you may feel a slight tingling pain, but it is not the same as the burning pain. If the pain is obvious, wash off the hair removal cream immediately.

Wash the armpits and continue on the other side
Apply hair removal cream to the armpit of the other arm in the same way. The duration of the depilatory cream on the skin must not exceed the prescribed. When the time is up, wash your armpits immediately.

Use deodorant after a few hours
The skin needs time to repair, so waiting for a while before applying deodorant can reduce the possibility of skin irritation.

Make sure the length of armpit hair is between 0.6cm and 1.3cm
This length is best for hair removal with beeswax. If it is too short, the wax will not stick to the hair; if it is too long, the hair will become entangled, which is difficult to handle. possible, let the armpit hair grow for a few more days, or shorten it to start hair removal.

Prepare tools for hair removal
 Any kind of beeswax can remove armpit hair well. Most packages contain a jar of beeswax, which needs to be heated in a microwave or a special heating machine before use. In addition, there are wood chips and cloth strips in the set. The former is used to apply beeswax, and the latter is used to tear off hardened beeswax.
  • Heat beeswax according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • To avoid burns, first apply some wax on the back of the hand to try the temperature.

Wash the armpits and remove the cuticles
 Use scrub or loofah cloth to wipe away the dead skin and dirt on the armpits, then rinse with water. This step is to make beeswax hair removal smoother and avoid skin inflammation.

Sprinkle baby powder on the armpits
 The talcum powder can absorb moisture and prevent beeswax from sticking to the skin when torn. Turning on the fan or window will also allow the moisture in the armpits to evaporate as soon as possible.

Raise your arms as much as possible
 Straighten your arms and tighten the skin under your arms. This will make it easier for the hair to detach from the skin, while minimizing pain.

Apply beeswax and stick a piece of cloth
 Dip beeswax on wood chips and apply a small amount to the armpit hair along the direction of hair growth. Put a strip of cloth on the beeswax and press gently.

Make sure the length of armpit hair is between 0.6cm and 1.3cm
This length is best for hair removal with beeswax. If it is too short, the wax will not stick to the hair; if it is too long, the hair will become entangled, which is difficult to handle. possible, let the armpit hair grow for a few more days, or shorten it to start hair removal.


Tear the cloth against the direction of hair growth
Just like tearing a band-aid, tear off the cloth quickly. Slow movement will not only affect the hair removal effect, but also increase the pain.
  • If it cannot be removed, it may be because the skin is not tight. You can try to bend your arms, use your fingers to tighten the skin under your arms, and then use your other hand to remove the cloth strips.
  • You may sweat a little. If the sweat wets the armpits, turning on the fan will be much cooler.



Repeat several times to remove all armpit hair
The number of repetitions is determined by the thickness of the armpit hair. Generally, it may take 2 to 3 times on each side to remove all the armpit hair. After one side is finished, continue to the other side. Finally, if there is any remaining hair, use tweezers to remove it. 



Apply almond oil or other emollient oil to the armpits
 Lubricants can soothe the skin and help remove beeswax remaining on the skin.

Use deodorant after a few hours
 Applying deodorant immediately after hair removal can cause skin irritation, so it is best to wait a few hours before applying.