Hair removal is believed to be one of the least glamorous of all beautifying processes. If you enjoy having smooth, hairless skin, why should the process behind it be painful? In this article, we address some of the least painful hair-removal methods. Moreover, most of them can be carried on by yourself, from the comfort of your home.

1. Shaving
Shaving is believed to be the least-painful of all hair-removal methods. This process requires you to use a small blade to shave off the hair from the base of the skin. And this why no pain involved in the process. But you have to do it every day because the shaved hair tends to return quickly. Also, at times, shaving might result in skin irritation, and if not done right, it can result in tugging and nicking with the blade. To avoid these pains, you must use a fresh razor with a sharp blade every time as well as moisturize your skin before and after the shave. A small tip: use a shaving gel or cream during the shaving process for a seamless experience.

2. Hair-removal creams
Another one of the least painful methods of hair removal is using a cream. But before you use a hair-removal cream, remember to follow the directions on the outer package to the T for best results. The only drawback that we can see with these creams is that most brands recommend a patch test a night before the actual hair-removal routine to ensure that they do not cause any reaction, irritation, or redness on your skin. Such creams typically work for most skin types, but make sure that you do not leave them on your skin for longer than specified on the packaging. Furthermore, some hair-removal creams are meant for external use only, so never override the directions on the packaging.

3. Threading
If you have gone to the right person threading your hair, it is painless and will only induce a minor twinge of pain here and there. But if you are getting threaded by the wrong, unskilled, or untrained hands, it can be excruciating and leave you with watery eyes and cuts on some regions.

4. Laser
In this hair-removal method, intense lasers are used on the hair follicles with an attempt of indefinitely destroying them. Of course, it takes multiple sessions to eliminate the natural hair growth process, but once you are through with it, you will permanently get rid of the hair. For some people, the process of laser hair removal feels uncomfortable, but there is barely any pain involved. More so, since the sessions are short, the potential discomfort is manageable. Some clinics may provide a topical numbing cream, making it easier to endure.