No, hair removal creams will not kill the hair follicles. It may seem that hair is not growing as fast as it would when you shave because when you use the depilatory, it dissolves the hair just below the surface of the skin. Therefore, it takes more time for you to notice the growth.
I don't shave my legs, I ONLY use depilatories, because the smooth feelings stays longer, and it looks fabulous!! Plus, depending on the type of hair that you have, you may only need to use a depilatory once a week, or once every two weeks.
Be careful though. If you get the depilatory cream on any scabs, cuts, or any minor skin cuts, scrapes, etc. THE CREAM WILL BURN THE SKIN AT THESE AREAS -- so make sure to be careful, as you'll be left with scabs, and maybe even scarring depending on your skin type.
I've burnt myself with these creams, and am now very careful about avoiding those sensitive areas of the skin.
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Date: 2006-10-22 04:45 pm (UTC)I don't shave my legs, I ONLY use depilatories, because the smooth feelings stays longer, and it looks fabulous!! Plus, depending on the type of hair that you have, you may only need to use a depilatory once a week, or once every two weeks.
Be careful though. If you get the depilatory cream on any scabs, cuts, or any minor skin cuts, scrapes, etc. THE CREAM WILL BURN THE SKIN AT THESE AREAS -- so make sure to be careful, as you'll be left with scabs, and maybe even scarring depending on your skin type.
I've burnt myself with these creams, and am now very careful about avoiding those sensitive areas of the skin.