As a model you will need to be constantly waxed, including arms, legs, armpits and bikini area, so it is sensible to choose the best hair removal method so you wont have problem with allergies or marks.
Shaving:
Shaving is the fastest, easiest, least expensive way to remove body hair -- and except for the occasional minor accident, it's painless. The downside, of course, is that hair grows back quickly, so the bare feeling that shaving provides is only temporary. Shaving cuts only the hair above the surface of the skin, so you need to shave regularly to maintain a smooth surface. And underarm hair grows twice as fast as leg hair; you might need to shave there more often, depending on your rate of growth.
The most effective way to shave is in the opposite direction from which hair grows. In places where hair grows in different directions and in hard-to-reach areas (underarms, bikini area), it's helpful to pull the skin slightly, making it more taut and eliminating natural creases and folds.
Use shaving gel or lotion. Though soap is great for cleaning, shaving products help you get a cleaner shave and their moisturizers help hydrate the hair follicles and reduce dryness.
Wait half an hour before using deodorant after shaving your underarms. The chemicals in deodorants and antiperspirants can sting your skin, especially if it's the least bit sensitive.
Sometimes it's a good idea to shave at night to help reduce redness. Using a moisturizing shower gel to soften hairs also can help prevent redness and stinging. And for the cleanest shave, always shave in the opposite direction of hair growth.
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Waxing:
Waxing is the longest-lasting temporary hair removal technique available. When wax is warm, it enters the follicle, allowing the hair to be pulled out from the root. Hair grows back in 3 to 6 weeks. The disadvantage to waxing is that it can be painful for those with sensitive skin. And hair must grow back by ½ inch before waxing again (up to six weeks).
You can certainly wax your legs at home, but as with many beauty procedures, a professional can usually do a better, more efficient job (with less mess). The hair needs to be pulled at a 40-degree angle and the cloth strips need to be yanked quickly, both hard feats to accomplish on your own. Cold-wax strips are easier to use at home, but they often don't stick as well to the hairs as hot wax does. When doing it yourself, try a transparent wax so you can see the hairs that have been covered and determine the direction of their growth. As with all products you're using for the first time, try the wax on a small area of skin before proceeding.
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Depilatory Creams:
If you're in a hurry to remove unwanted hair, depilatory creams are a good bet. They're easy to apply and effective in the short run by removing hair just below the skin's surface. Their disadvantage is that the chemicals that "burn" off hair can also cause skin irritation. Those with very sensitive skin may not be able to tolerate depilatory creams.
For best results, first apply a warm washcloth to the area; this will soften the hair and open the follicles so the depilatory can be better absorbed. Never exceed the recommended time for leaving the cream on the skin. When removing the cream, use a washcloth to wipe it off instead of simply rinsing.
Test depilatory cream on your forearm before using it to determine whether your skin reacts to it adversely. If your skin breaks out when using a depilatory cream, wash the area with an anti-bacterial solution and apply an antibiotic or cortisone cream to reduce the inflammation. And never apply a depilatory to an area that has any cuts, scratches or other wounds.
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Permanent hair removal:
Electrolysis is the only truly permanent method of hair removal. A tiny needle is inserted into each hair follicle and zaps the hair down to the root with a short impulse of energy. Then each hair is tweezed out individually. Though hair can be removed with the first treatment if performed correctly, it's difficult to accomplish. Even if the procedure is performed with exactitude, there are other factors involved. If you've waxed or tweezed recently, the hair follicle tends to be distorted and the current can't get directly to the root. Due to the varying rate of hair growth, those in the resting phase can't be treated and new hairs sometimes grow within the same week of treatment. A series of treatments is almost always required to treat one area, but once they're zapped, they're gone for good.
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