The practice of modern underarm hair removal took off in a big way in the early 1900s, following an advertising campaign launched by Wilkinson Sword, a company that made razor blades. Fashions at that time were growing more revealing; dresses had begun to bare the shoulders and the arms. A marketing executive at Wilkinson Sword saw this as an opportunity.

He created a campaign that was designed to convince consumers that underarm hair was both unattractive and unhygienic. The campaign was a success, leading to a dramatic increase in the sale of razor blades. To this day, smooth armpits are the aesthetic ideal for women in this country.

Options for Underarm Hair Removal

Underarm hair removal that remains popular today is shaving. One drawback to this approach is that it can result in razor burn or razor bumps for certain sensitive individuals.

Another underarm hair removal route that is often taken is waxing. When done professionally, this can produce perfectly smooth results that last up to six weeks. The big downside to waxing is the pain involved. The underarm area is quite sensitive, and for many, waxing this part of the body can prove to be quite agonizing.

A widely used method of underarm hair removal is laser therapy. This approach can be quite expensive. However, it offers a pain-free solution for getting rid of unwanted body hair. Results are also more permanent than those achieved with other types of removal.

Underarm hair removal is available at NuU Medspa which offer affordable, pain-free solutions for those seeking to remove underarm hair via laser treatment.

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