Hair removal

Hair removal

Hair removal, also known as depilation or epilation, is the deliberate removal of human hair.

Pronunciation

• Hair removal: /hɛər rɪˈmuːvəl/
• Depilation: /ˌdiːpɪˈleɪʃən/
• Epilation: /ˌɛpɪˈleɪʃən/

Etymology

• Hair removal: Derived from the English words "hair" and "removal".
• Depilation: From the Latin depilare, which means "to pluck out hair".
• Epilation: From the Greek epilare, which means "to take off (hair)".

Methods

Hair removal can be achieved through various methods, including:

• Shaving: This is the most common method of hair removal. It involves cutting the hair at skin level with a razor.
• Waxing: This method involves applying a sticky substance to the skin, which adheres to the hair. The substance is then quickly removed, pulling the hair out from the root.
• Laser hair removal: This method uses laser light to destroy the hair follicle, preventing future hair growth.
• Electrolysis: This is a more permanent method of hair removal that involves inserting a tiny needle into each hair follicle and applying an electric current to destroy the follicle.

Related terms

• Alopecia: A condition that causes hair to fall out in small patches.
• Hirsutism: A condition of unwanted, male-pattern hair growth in women.
• Trichotillomania: A mental disorder that involves recurrent, irresistible urges to pull out hair from your scalp, eyebrows or other areas of your body.

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Hair removal
• Wikipedia's article - Hair removal

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