There’s nothing like silky smooth skin to make a girl feel extra feminine!
For crossdressers and transgender women, hair removal plays a big role in creating a feminine appearance. But when you’re dealing with lots of face or body hair, things can easily go wrong.
The secret to a smooth, hair-free chest, soft feminine face, and silky smooth legs lies in avoiding some common mistakes.
Here are 5 MTF hair removal mistakes to avoid – and what to do instead!
Mistake #1: Not Exfoliating
All methods of hair removal can cause ingrown hairs, particularly in the beard, chest, and bikini area. You can reduce ingrown hairs by exfoliating your skin 2-3 times per week. This helps get rid of dead skin cells that can trap the hair.
To exfoliate, gently massage your skin with a washcloth, loofah, or exfoliating scrub. My favorite tool is The Body Shop’s exfoliating Body Polisher washcloth. You can find similar exfoliating clothes on Amazon.
It’s important to note that exfoliating immediately after hair removal can irritate the skin. Instead, it’s best to exfoliate either right before or a few days after the hair removal process.
Mistake #2: Forgetting to Moisturize
Dry skin is another cause of ingrown hairs, so it’s important to keep your skin hydrated. (Besides, you want the added benefit of soft, smooth skin, right?)
Pure aloe vera gel is a great moisturizer to use immediately after hair removal. Aloe vera is a natural moisturizer and skin soother.
Another option is to use an unscented lotion or body oil. Perfumed lotions can irritate freshly shaved, waxed, or lasered skin, so avoid them for the first 24 hours after hair removal.
Mistake #3: Not Treating Ingrown Hairs
Exfoliating and moisturizing your skin can help prevent future ingrown hairs. But what should you do about existing ingrown hair bumps?
First, let’s talk about what NOT to do. Resist the temptation of shaving over the ingrown hairs or attempting to extract them with a needle. These actions can lead to infections and scarring.
Instead, try using a specialized ingrown hair treatment like Tend Skin or PFB Vanish. These products are designed reduce razor bumps and ingrown hairs.
Mistake #4: DIY Hair Removal Gone Wrong
Professional waxing, electrolysis, and laser hair removal treatments are expensive, so it can be tempting to try to do them on your own.
However, be careful as some DIY hair removal techniques can lead to painful side effects if your technique isn’t perfect. Here are some pitfalls to watch out for:
Waxing – Mistakes to avoid
Newbie waxing mistakes – like waxing over the same area twice, pulling the hairs in different directions, or pulling too hard – can lead to rashes, bruises, and torn skin. Ouch!
If you still want to do it yourself, I recommend investing in a professional waxing treatment first, so you can observe and learn the proper techniques.
Laser hair removal – Mistakes to avoid
Home laser hair removal systems can save you a lot of money compared to professional treatments. However, it’s important to understand the risks (including burns, scars, and hyperpigmentation) if the devices are not used correctly.
Proceed with caution, take your time, and carefully follow the provided instructions.
Electrolysis – Mistakes to avoid
While there are some home electrolysis machines available, I do not recommend venturing down this path.
Performing electrolysis hair removal is a complex process, which is why professional electrologists are required to obtain licenses.
Not only are most home electrolysis machines unreliable, but there’s also a considerable risk of burning or scarring yourself. It’s best to consult a professional electrologist for this particular procedure.
Mistake #5: Going for the Biggest Bargain
I’m all for beauty bargains, but don’t let price be your sole criteria when choosing a provider for hair removal treatments.
Opting for an ultra-cheap price tag may result in a waxing service that leaves behind stray hairs or a laser treatment that yields patchy results. In the worst-case scenario, you could even end up with burns or scars.
Check the qualifications of the person treating you and read the reviews on any place you are considering. Yelp is your friend!
Also, keep in mind that upscale places tend to put more emphasis on comfortable treatments. If you’re a waxing or laser wimp like me, it’s worth spending a bit more for a less painful experience.
In conclusion
To achieve silky, soft, feminine skin, it’s crucial to avoid these common MTF hair removal mistakes. This is a major DO for any crossdresser or transgender woman.
Now that you’re aware of the don’ts to steer clear of, here are some articles that delve deeper into the topic of hair removal:
- Transgender Body Hair Removal – Which Method is Best for You?
- MTF Facial Hair Removal: Top 8 Ways To Remove Or Reduce Beard Hair
- Permanent Hair Removal: What Really Works? (Male to Female Transformation Tips)
- Bikini Hair Removal Tips for Your Male to Female Transformation
As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts. What are your preferred hair removal methods, and do you have any additional tips to share?
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Love,
Lucille
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I prefer waxing as it gets all the hair off. I will also use Nair sometimes but don t like it that much. Waxing is easier for my as i don t have much hair left on my legs from plucking it off with tweezers ages ago. Its my arms that need the most attention now and waxing helps that very well. i use wax strips that you heat up by holding them in your hands they work wonderfully but leave some hair sometimes you might have to do it more than once but if you wait a couple of days then do it again it will remove all the hair. Which reminds me i need to do it again very soon. Always follow the directions on the package of wax strips you choose.
No matter what do I get ingrown hairs I exfoliate every time before I shaved I use moisturizers after I shave but no matter what I do I get ingrown hairs around the crotch on the backs of my thighs on my but it just seems to be a never ending thing it’s so flustered rating so I have to let the hair grow out let the bumps go away and then start all over again very frustrating anybody has any remedies out there I’m open
You might try using Aveeno Positively Smooth shaving cream. I found this reduces the need to shave as often, softens the regrowth and greatly lessens the tendencies to get skin irritation.
Prior to discovering that product, I had to shave more frequently as a means of super exfoliation, even before the hair could be felt above the skin, to prevent the type of irritation you’re experiencing.
It’s more expensive and less of a sensual experience than shaving, but the Silk’n Flash’n Go does seem to help with this too; something about the powerful light pulse helped me with skin irritation even before I started to notice a reduction in hair growth.
Even though I find it ineffective on gray hairs, I still use it for the occasional razor rash when I forget to shave those little gray hairs often enough (2-3 times a week).
No joke: epilating is almost as painful as dysphoria.
I am not a “Hairy Beast”, fortunately. I shave my face daily with electric Norelco triple header, &follow with a razor to dress. Legs & feet, ears weekly: chest & pits, privates 2XWeek
Back of the hands need attention as well.Hand grooming is important.
I used a Silk ‘N’ n IPL (intense pulse light) gun (Tria makes a similar IPL). It was quite effective on my legs, arms, underarms, bikini, midriff and chest, and really helped thin my facial/neck hair.
I use a Tweezerman “smooth finish” (much like threading, bu easier to use) on my face and neck once a week. While I still have to tweeze strays, I’m winning the battle.
The IPL took four monthly applications to turn my chest, and midriff completely hairless, while I still shave my legs, arms, bikini and underarms every few weeks and IPL now every third month…I can live with that.
I may resort to electrolysis on my face, as it is a steady daily chore and the greys will not respond to IPL or laser.
I opt for threading: is easy, can do eyebrows, is a cheap solution and in best of cases with 4-3 sessions (after 5-7 days interval) the hair just stops growing.
How can I get rid of my facial hair for good? I have light color hair.
I just turned 59 this June part of my body is still good looking even though I’m bit disappointed in way my stomach kinda sticks out I’ve tried wearing cincher didn’t work out for me when wear corset it pulls my stomach in to point looks right I’m not type of woman who wears corset all time or even most of time anyway my best asset is my legs n arms
I have a set of open bottom girdles I use for the “stomach “area.Then the waist cincher to define the waist.
Foundation garments are a must in dressing.