While slight itching and burning are common when using depilatory creams, many people experience more severe side effects. Caused by sensitive skin or by leaving the cream on for too long, people have experienced blistered and peeling skin that makes the unwanted hair hardly noticeable in comparison.
Also, it's kind of tough to get the timing of it right. If you don't leave it on long enough, it won't get most of your hairs, but if you leave it on too long, it can burn or damage your skin.
So for those who don't know, Nair uses chemicals to destroy your hair proteins at the root. It says to not leave on your skin for more than 10 minutes.
1> Remove the Product: Wash the affected area with cool water to remove any remaining Nair or residue from the skin. Do not use hot water, as it can exacerbate the burn. 2> Neutralize: If the burn is caused by an alkaline product like Nair, you can neutralize it with a weak acid, such as diluted vinegar.
Chemical burns, even minor ones, can be very painful. A minor burn may heal within a few days. But a more serious burn may take weeks or even months to heal completely.
Symptoms of Chemical Burns
The area is red, swollen, and painful but does not develop blisters. Sometimes, burns are deeper, with blisters and severe pain. Rarely, a strong acid or alkali will cause a full-thickness (third-degree) burn that damages the skin all the way through.
Nair™ Spa Sugar™ Wax Hair Remover provides an even gentler alternative with 100% naturally derived ingredients. Like all Nair™ hair removal products, Nair™ products for the bikini area are safe when used as directed. They're made for use near but not directly on your genitals.
Maintenance. To maintain sensationally soft skin, you can use Nair™ creams every few days. Allow at least 72 hours between each application.
You should follow any warning in the package instructions, such as not sunbathing, swimming or tanning for 24 hours. You should also avoid using hair removal cream in the same area for 72 hours. After using hair removal cream, you might find your skin is more sensitive than usual.
Skin Sensitivity: Some people have sensitive skin that can react adversely to the chemicals in hair removal creams, leading to irritation or allergies. 3. Preference for Permanent Hair Reduction: Many individuals prefer methods that provide more long-term or permanent hair reduction, such as laser hair removal.
Please note that Nair™ for the bikini area can be used in grooming hair around the genitals but should not be used directly on the genitals.
Depilatory creams use chemicals to melt the hair. This means there's a possibility of you getting a chemical burn. First-, second-, or third-degree burns can happen when hair removal cream is left on for an extended period of time. It's most likely to happen in the groin area because the skin there is sensitive.
Depilatory Creams
This method is similar to shaving, but it uses a cream to dissolve the hair at the surface of the skin without impacting the hair's roots.
Nair™ Body Spray hair removers can provide for simple, no-touch application. The canister sprays upside down so you can easily handle those hard-to-reach places like armpits. These sprays make quick work of underarm hair.
Electrolysis, which zaps hair follicles with electric current, is the only hair removal method the FDA calls permanent. It suits all hair types and ethnicities. Many transgender people choose it for its effective, lasting results.
Types of Chemical Burns
The area will be red and painful, but there usually is no permanent damage. Partial thickness or second-degree burns extend into the second layer of skin called the dermis. You may have blisters and swelling, and it may leave scars.
Use Nair™ Face Cream to Remove Unwanted Facial Hair
Results last days longer than shaving and the gentle exfoliation reveals fresh radiant skin. For those who shave their beards regularly, Nair™ can also be used in between shaves to eliminate 5 o'clock shadow and maintain that clean shaven look.
A moisturizing product can help soothe your skin, but avoid using scented lotions, which can cause further irritation. Instead, apply a thin layer of a gentle, scent-free moisturizing cream or a petroleum jelly-based product like Vaseline or Aquaphor. You can then bandage the area with gauze to protect it as it heals.
Third-degree burns involve all of the layers of skin and sometimes the fat and muscle tissue under the skin. The skin may appear stiff, waxy white, leathery or gray.
And while you may have heard to apply butter or toothpaste to ease the sting of a burn, it's not recommended. Do apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly over the burn up to three times per day. The jelly creates a waterproof layer that protects the skin as it heals. Don't pop blisters, if any appear.