Does razor shaving make hair thicker? Answer this and other questions

We reveal the most common myths and truths about the practice. Watch!

Who has never heard that the razor shaving thickens the hair? Or that it can cause skin darkening? The truth is that there are many doubts surrounding the subject. To help you clarify, once and for all, the main ones, we spoke to two specialists, Giuliana Piquetdermatologist and member of the Brazilian Society of Dermatology (SBD), and the Michael Camago, biomedical aesthetics. Watch:

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Shaving with a razor thickens the hair

Myth

Of course, one of the most frequently asked questions is whether the razor shaving thickens the hair and make it rougher and his answer is NO.

“The hair bulb, that very thick part found inside the skin, will never produce a more or less thick thread just because it has been cut with a certain tool. In fact, it happens that the blade cuts the hair very close to the the skin, and when it grows back, what “appears” first is this larger foundation, giving the illusion that it is darker and thicker, however continue as usual”, explains Michael.

Makes hair grow faster

Myth

As explained by the biomedical esthete, the act of cutting your hair does not interfere with the rate of hair growth at allexcept that it always takes exactly the same amount of time to reappear.

“It happens that, shaving with a blade, no root removal, so the fur doesn’t have to start the whole growth cycle all over again. This is why we have the impression that it is growing faster”, adds Juliana Piquet.

Causes the region to go dark

Myth

Waxing with a razor does NOT darken the area. However, according to the dermatologist, if not done with the right care, yes, it can cause this change. This is because the method generates friction between the skin and the blade, contributing to the appearance of irritation, redness and folliculitis, problems that can end up evolving into a dark spot on the spot.

Therefore, to prevent these stains, it is recommended to do this use of suitable creams that facilitate the sliding of the blade and sunscreens.

It requires some care before making it

REAL

According to experts, the most important care I am:

• Exfoliate about 3 days before waxing to remove dead skin cells and prevent ingrown hairs.
• Wash your skin before shavingto leave it free of excess oil and other dirt;
• Shave in the direction of hair growth;
• Run the process smoothly and with light movements;
• use a moisturizing shaving cream scratch, scrape;
• moisturize after or use a soothing cream reduce irritation;
• Change the blade frequently;
• Store the device in a dry place;
• Use warm or cold water in the shower after depilation so as not to damage the skin;
• Avoid exposure to the sun and the use of acids on the skin after hair removal;

Razor shaving is painless

REAL

just like her cut the hair at the basewithout pulling it out by the root, shave it is a painless methodwhich causes discomfort only in case of injury.

Bad for skin health

Myth

If, both before and after shaving your hair, all precautions are takenthere is no risk to the skin, say the professionals.

The blade can be stored in the bathroom cubicle

Myth

On the contrary, the humidity present in the bathroom cubicle can favor the proliferation of fungi and bacteria on slides. Therefore, the ideal is store the tool in a cool, dry place AND protect it with a suitable case or packaging.

A single blade lasts for months

Myth

A The life of a blade depends on several factors., such as the quality, the frequency of use, the thickness of the coat, the parts of the body on which it is applied, the way it is handled and the hygiene and storage precautions. “The general indication is change after about 5-7 uses“, advises the dermatologist.

Source: Terra

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