Hair Removal With Mint

by Renata Barber

Overview

There are a variety of hair removal methods available on the market today. Hair removal products that include mint in their ingredients have the additional benefit of soothing the skin while fighting bacteria. When hair follicles are removed, the skin sometimes becomes dry and irritated or vulnerable to pathogens. But mint has an antiseptic and calming effect on the skin during the hair removal process that counteracts these symptoms while restoring skin tone and texture.

A Botanical With Benefits

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Shaving

If you're committed to using a razor as your preferred method of hair removal, Alba Botanica Mint Foam Shave is an optimal choice. Rich in emollients, including aloe, this foam offers a cool peppermint shave, antioxidants from green tea, organic botanicals and Vitamin E to soothe, moisturize and protect skin from the harsh affects of using a razor. This silky foam is formulated to soften the hair so that the razor glides smoothly along the area without clogging your razor. In addition, it's easy to apply. Wet skin thoroughly with water. Apply the foam sparingly to skin. Shave and rinse. Alba Botanica Mint Foam Shave is suitable for all skin types. This product also comes in an aerosol-free container that's environmentally friendly.

Waxing

Before you go to an aesthetician for hair removal, you might consider saving some money by doing it yourself with an at-home waxing kit. Depending on how fast the hair grows back, you'll definitely save money, plus have the convenience of performing the process when it suits your schedule. Although Veet hair removal products are normally associated with depilatory products, they also have three at-home waxing products that make hair removal a cinch. With the exception of the Veet wax, which actually comes in a kit, all have coated waxing strips, which means you no longer have to wait for the hair to grow out to the recommended 1/8 inch in order to remove it. Using Veet Hair Removal Strips, your hair can be as short as 2mm and effectively and thoroughly be removed, with the effects lasting up to four weeks. The best part of the product is the ingredients, which include Vitamin E, Almond Oil and soothing mint, along with other essential oils. This product also comes in dry skin formula that won't irritate your skin. Since these strips are pre-coated with wax, they're easy to apply Simply carefully remove the backing tape and slowly press it on the area where you want the hair removal to take place. Then, using your index finger, slowly smooth the strip in the direction of the hair growth. Wait a few seconds. Pull the strip in the opposite direction from the hair growth.

Overview