Arm hair has been important in our evolution, but nowadays it is completely useless and not at all aesthetically pleasing. It can be even worse if you have dark hair, since the other hairs are usually the same colour and quite visible. If this is your case, hide the hair on your arms in a very comfortable and safe way.
There are several ways to put an end to visible arm hair. In most cases, it is very fine hair and, although it may be dark, it will never be as visible as it is on other areas of the body. The problem is that the arms tend to be quite visible most of the time, especially in summer.
One way to get rid of them is to wax, but if you don't want to get rid of them so they don't bother you when you go out, hide the hair on your arms and don't worry about them anymore. They will barely be visible and you will only have to repeat the process when they become noticeable again , and this usually takes quite a while.
Waxing or concealing?
Getting rid of hair is a personal decision and, in most cases, purely aesthetic.
The main function of arm hair is related to maintaining body temperature, something we can do perfectly by playing with the types of clothing. Thus, hair is an inheritance from our ancestors, perhaps necessary for our evolution at some point, but which does not provide great advantages today .
Shaving your arms will not have any real negative consequences, but the act of shaving itself causes small traumas to the skin, which are not visible, but which allow bacteria to enter. It is not common to have problems, but hide the hair on your arms instead of shaving it and you do not have to take that risk.
Bleaching hair
Just like the hair lightening technique , known as highlights, hair can also be bleached so that it is not as visible due to the contrast with the skin colour. However, conceal the hair on your arms carefully to avoid irritation or burns in the area. Knowing the products and using them properly is essential to achieve optimal results without discomfort.
Apart from choosing the product that best suits you, there are some precautions to take to avoid discomfort.
Care to take into account
Before you start bleaching, do a sensitivity test on a small part of your arm . It is advisable to do it in an area where, in the worst case, the irritation will not bother you too much. For example, avoid doing it where it cannot reach your clothes in case it gets irritated, so that the sun does not make it worse. Also avoid doing it right where it rubs against your clothes, to avoid discomfort if it goes wrong. Leave it on for a few seconds and check that there was no unpleasant reaction. If you do not feel any discomfort and when you remove the product the skin is not red and hot due to inflammation, conceal the hair on your arms without worry.
Do not apply the bleaching product on irritated, burned or wounded skin , even if they are superficial. This type of product is designed to be applied to healthy skin, which acts as a barrier. If the skin has any bruises, these may be exacerbated.
It is also not advisable to go to the beach right after.
Products for bleaching hair
For many years, the star product for bleaching hair was hydrogen peroxide. In fact, even the specific products for this purpose that can be found on sale usually contain hydrogen peroxide to mix in. However, although it is a product that we have at our disposal and use without any problem, it can cause some irritation on the skin, especially in more sensitive skin.
If we use specific products, whether they contain hydrogen peroxide or not, it is advisable to also check the ingredients and rule out an allergy to any component of the product.
Luckily, there are other options you can choose from. Natural options will take a little more work but are safer. In the end, it may be worth it if you're heading straight to the beach or strolling in the sun.
Chamomile
Chamomile has a completely natural component that, when it comes into contact with hair, lightens it. And since the hair on your arms is usually very fine, it manages to do so in just a few applications.
It's as simple as preparing a strong chamomile infusion and letting it cool. Then, apply it with a cotton pad all over the arm where you have hair to bleach and wait fifteen to twenty minutes. You can save the rest of the infusion and use it the following days. After a few applications you will begin to notice the results.
The only reason it is recommended to let it cool is to avoid burns. It is enough to leave it at a temperature that is comfortable for the skin and does not burn.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon is an excellent option for lightening body hair since, in addition to fulfilling that function, it is not aggressive to the skin . The only drawback is that the process is very gradual and several applications will be necessary to see the results.
The process is very simple. As with chamomile, you should make an infusion with two or three cinnamon sticks and let it cool to avoid burns. Likewise, you should apply it with cotton wool over the entire area and leave it to act for a minimum of fifteen minutes. Once the time has passed, rinse and save the infusion to apply the next day .
Cinnamon tea has the advantage of being safe, as it is unlikely to cause irritation or allergies. You can use it even before going to the beach. However, you need to be aware that you need many repetitions until you get it the way you want, especially if you have darker hair . Perhaps using a quicker method to achieve a good concealment and then maintaining it with cinnamon is a practical and very effective solution, without taking into account the risk of irritation.
There are many options. Use whatever method you find most practical to cover up your arm hair. The important thing is to find the method that works best for you .