Many people see their back hair as unattractive, because the hairy days of the 1970s are long gone.It's easy to get rid of back hair for a smooth, elegant backside.The options range from cheap, painless, and temporary to expensive, painful and permanent.Decide which is best for you by learning about your choices today.
Step 1: It's a good idea to trim thick or long patches.
If you have thick, dense back hair, it can cause a problem with the razor.To get the best results with shaving, trim it down first.There are many ways to do this.You can either use a heavy-duty set of electric clippers or have your assistant cut it with a pair of scissors and a comb.
Step 2: Exfoliate.
Your assistant should scrub your back with warm water and a mild abrasive.You can use a shower brush, a mild body scrub, or a pumice stone.It will get rid of dead skin cells before you shave.This reduces the chance of ingrown hairs.If you are in a hurry, you can skip this step.
Step 3: If you have an electric shaver, use it first.
Electric clippers are better at getting through a lot of hair quickly than razors.If you have a set, have your assistant shave your back.You don't need to shave all the way down to the skin, just cut down on the bulk.If you shave with a razor in a few steps, your work will go quicker and there will be less hair on the razor.
Step 4: The shaving cream or gel should be applied.
Your assistant should apply your shaving lubricant all over your back.Whatever you use for your face should be fine.This will use more lubricant than a face-shaving session.If you need to go to the store mid-shave, make sure you have plenty before you start.
Step 5: Don't shave.
Tell your assistant to shave.You'll want to be near the sink so your assistant can rinse the razor.You should have your assistant apply more gel or cream until your back is shaved.If you want a smooth shave, shave your entire back against the grain.Minor pain and irritation can be caused by shaving against the grain first.
Step 6: The shower is optional.
This is a great way to remove stray hairs that can become uncomfortable when you put on your shirt.It feels great if you haven't had a smooth back in a while.
Step 7: Dry off.
Place a clean towel on the skin.It's important to use a pat motion, not a rubbing one.Rubbing can cause irritation to the skin.To keep the skin smooth and supple, you may want to apply lotion all over the back.If your assistant accidentally gave you small cuts or nicks, you should avoid scented lotion.
Step 8: You can apply the product to your hands or a long-handled brush.
Make sure you have a way to get to your back.If you're using your hands, it's a good idea to have an assistant with you.
Step 9: Spread the cream over your back.
All of the hair should be covered.If you're worried about not being able to reach the middle of your back, have an assistant help you.It's not necessary to rub the cream into your skin.It's best to apply it over all of your hair.After applying the cream, wash your hands.The cream can cause irritation to your skin if it's allowed to dry and it will remove hair on the backs of your hands.
Step 10: It's best to let the cream sit for a while.
The cream's packaging tells you when to let it sit.This will usually be in the neighborhood of three to six minutes.You can wipe a small area of your back with a damp cloth or towel after waiting.Wait another couple of minutes if the hair doesn't come off easily.
Step 11: The hair should be removed.
If the hair is easy to remove, use the damp cloth to wipe it off.If you can't reach the center of your back, get an assistant to help.
Step 12: Warm water in the shower is what you need to rinse off.
This is a quick and easy way to remove the cream and dissolved hair.It's easier to miss spots and allow the cream to sit for too long if you rinse your back with water from a towel.
Step 13: The waxing kit can be purchased from the store.
You can find them at most stores.There will probably be more than one type available.Hot waxing kits work best for the back because they can cover a bigger area.Waxing will leave your back red and sensitive, so start this method at least 24 hours before you want to show it off.
Step 14: Use soap and water to wash your back.
It is easiest in the shower.The wax has a better chance of grabbing your hair if it is free of sweat and oil.Don't forget to dry your back thoroughly after showering.
Step 15: The product has instructions on how to prepare the wax.
You'll need to heat the wax up in the microwave.The wax should be warm but not hot.Different products have different instructions.
Step 16: Place wax on a small area of the back.
To spread the wax in the direction of hair growth, use the included waxing stick or clean spatula.Work in small patches of no more than a few inches at a time.
Step 17: Remove the waxing strip from the wax.
When the wax is still hot, press the paper or fabric strips into it.Allow the strip to sit for a while.
Step 18: The hair needs to be jerked out.
Pull the strip against the hair growth direction.You applied the wax in a certain direction.Use a quick motion.This will hurt if you go slowly.Pull at an angle to reduce pain.As you pull parallel to the skin, keep the strip close to your body.
Step 19: Apply and remove the wax and strips.
Continue until all of the hair is removed.This will take a lot of applications.If the pain becomes too much, take breaks.Future waxings don't hurt as much as the first.If the pain is unbearable, stop and don't worry about hair.
Step 20: When you're done, wash with an anti-bacterial soap.
Your back is likely to be red after you finish waxing.It is more vulnerable to infections in this state.If you want to reduce the risk, wash it with soap.Taking a shower is an easy way to do this.
Step 21: Prepare your back.
Everything you need to do to shave with a back shaver is the same as if you were using a normal razor.Exfoliate with water and a gentle abrasive or brush to reduce the risk of ingrown hairs.If you are using an electric razor, you need to clean and dry your back.If you are using a standard razor, apply shaving cream/gel on your back.
Step 22: An appropriate workplace can be found.
You'll miss spots if you can't see what you're doing, but a back shaver will allow you to reach your whole back.A large mirror is found in a bathroom.Look away from the smaller mirror.
Step 23: You can use the smaller mirror to see your work.
Hold the shaver with one hand.You can angle the smaller mirror in front of you.You can see the reflection from the small mirror in your hand if you adjusted it.
Step 24: You should shave your upper back.
The shaver's arm needs to be extended.Lift your arm over your head and place the shaver in the center of your back.You can shave the hair on your back in rows from your mid-back up to your shoulders using gentle, controlled motions.
Step 25: You should shave your back.
If you have the option, bend the shaver at an angle.To reach your hair from the side, angle your arm.The mirror needs to be adjusted so you can see what you're doing.
Step 26: To make sure you didn't miss any spots, double check.
It's hard to see your entire back at once with the two-mirror setup, so take a few minutes to look at each spot.If you see leftover hair, shave it.Take a quick shower after you're done.If you want to keep the skin soft and smooth, apply a gentle unscented lotion.
Step 27: You can wash your skin with warm water.
You can take a bath or shower to relax your skin.It's usually a good idea to use this because it will make it easier to remove the hair.You don't need to wash with soap yet.It's best to do this method the day before you need to show off your back so the redness and irritation won't bother you.
Step 28: If you wash, dry the skin with a towel.
Epilators work best on dry skin.If you are unsure, check the packaging.You can apply baby powder after drying off with a towel.It will make epilation easier by drying the hair and getting it to stand up.
Step 29: Remove the back.
The epilator should be turned on.You need an assistant to drag it across the hair on your back.The hairs will be pulled out by the teeth of the epilator.There is a debate about whether waxing or epilating hurts more.Don't hesitate to take breaks while waxing.If the pain is too intense, you can shorten the time you have to endure it by dragging the epilator across the skin.If you miss hairs, you may need to go back over the same patch again.
Step 30: You can wash your back with soap.
Your back will be red when you're done.If you want to prevent infections, wash with soap and warm water.Pat dry with a clean towel.
Step 31: A professional waxing is recommended.
A professional waxing will work the same way as if you were doing it yourself.The level of pain is likely to be the same.Depending on the service you use, you may be in a more comfortable environment than you would be at home.Depending on the location, back waxing fees will vary.If extra areas are Waxed, costs will go up to $60-$70 for just the back.
Step 32: Consider laser treatment.
This option uses a medical laser to burn hair roots.Over time, multiple treatments are necessary to get permanent results.Multiple sessions make it less likely that hair regrowth will occur over time.This procedure can cost hundreds of dollars per session.One advantage of laser treatments is that they allow the option of "thinning out" patches of hair, rather than removing all of it.
Step 33: Consider it.
This option uses a small electrical probe.It is very rare that hair will regrowth once treated.It can take a lot of time since each hair follicle must be treated individually.If you have a large area like your back, you may need many treatments.