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 haven not been able to shave my leggs or arms or genitiles for several months. Finaly fot to my legs and arms last night. What is the best recomended product to use in the shower for my private parts that wont burn. I may be 63yr young. but have super senative skin?
Unfortunately I have massive body and facial hair. I have done laser on my back and now doing a home laser on the rest of my body…I am hoping for a miracle…..
I’ve had laser hair removal on my arms & legs – 6 treatments on each. Find a reputable salon with a discount ~ its worth it. You won’t ever have to be bothered with shaving, Nair or waxing again!
I have been plucking all hair from my face and chest for 4 months now. I have learned quite a bit about items 1 through 4, especially the need to exfoliate and treat ingrown hairs by preventing them. Plucking never really shows up, other than via epilators, which I suppose tweezers qualify. Plucking might seem arduous, but really I have found it to be therapeutic. The first time, plucking hair might seem painful, but it gets better. In fact, the second or third round becomes very much less painful, and really very easily removed. With practice, and a really good 10x mirror, one can remove 1000 hairs in little more than 30 minutes. On a daily basis, it is a 30 to 60 minute chore that can be done in increments. The benefit is that there are only so many hairs returning at any given time, and they are small and light. You have ZERO shadow even if you miss a few, no one can really see them unless they are inspecting you up close. If you think you don’t have time…consider you will be reducing the amount of products and time applying them, to conceal the closely shaven mess, that will push through your facade in just hours! Plucking removes most of that need and saves you hassle, and if you are careful not to become over indulgent and do not ATTACK your skin, it will be soft and smooth and pretty with little more than some basic concealer or BB cream. It took 3 days initially to remove all facial hair. It was semi painful in certain spots that first time. But after that…it never hurt again. Even the ones close to the nostril. The edge of the lips is also one sensitive area, having many nerve endings there, but after a couple times that stops being painful as well. Believe me, this method is great especially for girls who have not decided yet to commit to transitioning. Because it will mostly all grow back over time if yout stop maintaining it. You may lose some hair in early stages oermanently, and ultimately could force most of your follicles to shut down over a long period, but it gives you options, at least until you are sure. The other benefit? It cost little more than a quality pair of tweezers, and a mirror.
I just tried using VEET Fast Acting Gel Cream for Legs & Body (Sensitive Formula) on my Girls (Breast) and it worked really great…! The Girls are now silky smooth and it has lasted really quite well…!
I only need to shave. I was blessed with minimal body and facial hair, thank God. I only shave twice a week on my face and the same for my lower leg, but for my upper legs and Bikini area and arm pits, I only have to shave once a week, yay for me!!!
Sincerely,
AnnaSofia Flores
Laser, Laser, Laser…..
Beard, arm pits, chest, abs, bikini, legs……
WOW, Im 3 treatments in, couldn’t be happier. Girls, believe me, this is the only way to go. I shave my face twice per week. Down from every day. Legs only 1 time per week now, they stay soft and smooth.
No No is a No No. It absolutely does not work. Don’t waste your money. There is NO way it delivers enough energy to the hair follicle to kill cells and stop growth. Trust me.