Hair Removal

Since the aesthetically-forward days of the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans, people have removed body hair for social status, beauty and sanitation purposes. Today, Americans spend about $4 billion a year on hair removal. There are more products, treatments, estheticians, dermatologists and Web sites specializing in hair removal than you can shake a waxing stick at.

Understanding hair removal basics, from why we have excess hair to how specific hair removal treatments work, will help those with unwanted body hair decide which options work best for them.

The links below will help you on your way to smooth, soft, hair-free skin.

Hair Removal Basics

What causes hair growth in the first place? Get an overview of hair removal basics, medical conditions and costs.

Temporary Solutions for Hair Removal

Once you have an idea about the hair removal treatments that will work best for you, learn more about temporary hair removal options, including depilatories, waxing, sugaring, plucking, epilators, threading, shaving and bleaching.

Permanent Hair Removal Solutions

While temporary hair removal solutions work by shaving or removing the hair from the surface, permanent hair removal is all about getting down to the root and destroying the hair follicle. Learn about permanent hair removal options.

Hair Removal Specialists

Find a hair removal specialist in your area.

Get answers to some frequently asked questions about hair removal in this section.

Before getting the details on specific hair removal treatments, read about hair removal basics.