It used to be that male chest hair removal was only for swimmers, dancers, cyclists and body builders, the rest of the guys just lived with and sometimes groomed what they had. Today it is becoming increasingly popular to tame that mane of chest hair and there are many ways to go about grooming away any unwanted hair. The two major chest hair removal methods for men are laser treatments and waxing.
Laser Chest Hair Removal For Men
One of the most popular chest hair removal methods is a series of laser treatments. During laser removal, a guy should expect a treatment that uses laser light energy to go into the hair follicle and kills the hair root. It does not destroy the follicle, just the root so the unwanted hair does not grow back with ease.
The benefits of using a laser treatment include a long lasting solution to unwanted hair and it is relatively painless. However, the treatments are costly, ranging from 400-500 dollars per treatment and a typical person may need anywhere from five to eight sessions. Each session lasts an average of 30 minutes. In addition, laser treatment works best on darker colored hair and is not recommended for blond or white hair. The results of a laser treatment are almost permanent; touch-ups are sometimes needed but are generally cheaper.
Waxing The Male Chest Hair
Another chest hair removal option is waxing. Yes, the bikini wax, and what was once reserved for female legs and bodies is growing increasingly popular among men. Forget about the old sticky, gooey waxes that you have seen in the movies, most new wax professionals use a soy based wax that resembles a soft, creamy lotion.
The lotion is applied to the skin area where the unwanted hair resides and only sticks to the hair. Strips of a purposed cloth are then applied on top of the cream. The treatment is allowed to dry and then the cloth is removed, much like pulling off a bandage. The hair simply is pulled off with the cloth. The whole procedure takes as little as ten minutes, depending on the area and the amount of hair needing to be removed. The cost can range from $10-$70 depending on the size of the area as well. Waxing is less permanent than laser treatments and lasts from four to six weeks.
It is suggested that a man try out a small spot on the chest first before diving into a full wax, as it can be painful. Also waxing can lead to certain skin infections so using a professional, experienced, licensed practitioner is important. In addition, some wax users may experience discomfort afterwards so care of the area and following up on the recommendations from the professional is important.
You can easily treat your unwanted hair through these chest hair removal options. It just depends on the time, the money, and to some degree, the pain threshold you are willing to tolerate.