Take it ALL off

Hair removal is a very personal act and choice. After puberty, body hair grows in pubic and public areas. If you are like me, you are a do it yourself-er that prefers to keep your dollars at home and provide as many self-care grooming services as possible! However (coma) I pay for hair removal services. I know, I know...waxing is not for the faint at heart. I can't put myself through that kind of initial pain and shock LOL. But I love the result and it is to be unmatched with any other form of hair removal. That baby butt smooth is the truth; especially in places where you haven't been that smooth since you were 9 years old. It is a treat that I don't mind affording myself.

I have this conversation with my girlfriends all the time, "Doesn't that crap hurt?" I simply respond, "Pain is beauty. Beauty is pain." (at least the last time I checked) I have been waxing since 2011 and the longer and more consistently you do any hair removal regimen the more tolerable they become. Believe it or not, our hair has purpose.

• Hair regulates body temperature 
• Protects sensitive areas from dirt and unknown particles 
• Our bodies 5 million hair follicles also assist with human sensory functions both emotional and physical

Other hair removal methods include: chemical depilatory creams or lotion e.g. Nair, shaving or razor trimming (wet or dry), tweezing or threading, and a more permanent option like laser hair removal.

I have learned a few tricks along the way that assist with almost any hair removal method especially if you care about the appearance and condition of your skin to follow.

Use Witch Hazel as an antiseptic and skin toner. You will find witch hazel in many of your anti-inflammatory products like Tucks pads and facial astringents. Cut out the middle man, pour witch hazel on a clean cosmetic pad or damp cloth.  It's safe on the lady parts too. It soothes, it heals, and it protects.

Moisturize After hair removal to promote skin recovery. When you shave, you remove thin (very thin) layers of skin. The moisturizer can then reach layers of the skin where it is most helpful. Did I mention it feels really good. Serums and aftershaves are a great way to introduce moisture after hair removal.

Choose Your Skincare Professional Wisely or you very well may regret it. A licensed esthetician is an invaluable resource. We have all seen the news stories about the nasty infections that are possible. This is not the area to try and save a buck with just 'Ah-right' services. You only get one body.

In the meantime, enjoy those Winter Legs! Meek