While there’s nothing wrong with body hair, we have to admit that it feels good to have super smooth legs and underarms once in a while, especially come summer. Shaving and waxing comes at a price and can be painful. Natural epilators, on the other hand, may not give you freshly shaved legs the first time, but with continued use, they gently remove hair over time. Commercial hair removal creams and scrubs are full of chemicals, so if you want a more natural approach to getting rid of unwanted body and facial hair, we’ve rounded up our favorite homemade hair removal recipes!
10 homemade waxing recipes
1. Turmeric + Milk
Turmeric is full of antioxidants and is a common ingredient in beauty products. With repeated use, turmeric loosens facial hair painlessly. Create a turmeric paste by mixing 3 tablespoons of turmeric powder with a tablespoon of milk. Mix until you have a thick paste. Spread it evenly over the desired area and leave it for about 20 minutes or until it dries. Use a clean cloth to remove the paste in a gentle circular motion. Using turmeric to remove body or facial hair is not immediate, but it is a painless, chemical-free method that also improves the appearance and health of the skin.
2. Turmeric + Papaya
We know about the hair removal benefits for turmeric, but papaya is another ingredient that works well for hair removal. Papaya contains an enzyme called papain, which has been found to have a “depilatory” or hair-removing effect, weakening hair follicles and gradually preventing them from growing back. It won’t remove hair instantly, but it works great over time! Mix 1 tablespoon of papaya puree with ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder and leave it on for 15 minutes before washing off with lukewarm water. Repeat 1-2 times per week.
3. Sugar + Lemon + Water | Style Tips 101
Sugar wax, made from white sugar, lemon juice, and water, is probably one of the most popular at-home hair removal methods. Instead of sticking to the skin like regular wax, the sugar binds directly to the hair, pulling it out by the roots. This results in less pain and less skin irritation. It’s a much gentler way to remove hair, and it’s 100% natural too! Be careful not to burn yourself and have a friend help you if necessary!
4. Lemon + Honey
A mask made with lemon and honey can be used as an effective remedy for facial hair removal. Combine 4 tablespoons of Honey with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and apply it to your skin with a cotton ball. Let it sit for 10 minutes and then wash it off with lukewarm water. Do this twice a week for best results.
5. Baking Soda + Lemon + Water
Baking soda removes unwanted hair, lightens dark hair, and slows down hair growth. Mix a small amount of sodium bicarbonate with a few drops of lemon juice, then add water to thicken the mixture. Apply the mixture to the desired areas and leave it on the skin for around 15 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.
6. Potato + Lentils + Honey + Lemon
Potatoes are rich in acidic properties and act as an active bleaching agent. This helps to lighten the hair and reduces the rate of hair growth. When mixed with lentils, the paste removes unwanted hairs when used over time. Soak a cup of yellow lentils in water and leave overnight. Then crush them in a food processor until they reach a thick and pasty consistency. Add a whole diced potato, 4 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of Honey. Apply and leave on for 30 minutes before rinsing.
7. Oats + Honey + Lemon | Grazia Diary
Oatmeal is very good for the skin as it contains an antioxidant that protects against the sun’s UV rays and reduces redness. They are also rough enough to exfoliate dead skin and remove unwanted hair over time with continued use. Affection smoothes, softens and hydrates the skin and lemon has a natural whitening effect, reducing the appearance of dark hairs.
8. Egg white + Sugar + Cornmeal
This recipe works well for light facial hair. Mix one egg white with 1 tablespoon of sugar and ½ tablespoon Cornmeal. Apply it to the skin, let it dry, and then peel it off. Be sure to apply in the opposite direction of hair growth, then lift hairs and pluck them in the direction of hair growth.
9. pumice stone
A pumice It can remove dead skin and hair, so you can use it as a natural hair remover. You can gently rub a dry pumice stone on clean, dry skin, using small circular motions. The pores of the stone will stick to the skin, removing them as you go. Pumice stones do a good job of exfoliating your skin, which can leave it dry, so don’t forget to moisturize right after.
10. Onion + Basil
This is a unique combination, but you better believe it works! It won’t be immediate, but consistent use of this method 3-4 times a week for a month will eventually remove hair. You will need 2 onions and 15-20 basil leaves. Peel the thin, transparent layer of the onions and place them in a bowl. Add the basil leaves and mash them to create a paste. Apply the paste and leave it on for 15 minutes, rinsing it off when the time is up.
If you’ve been looking for more natural ways to remove unwanted hair from your face and body, try some of these homemade hair removal recipes!
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