The principle of the epilator

To date, to remove unwanted hair on the body and get a smooth, silky skin, there are many ways, one of which is hair removal. In this regard, many women often wonder how the epilator works?

What is an epilator

What is an epilator? This is a special electrical device designed to remove body hair with the help of special plates that pull them from the root. Epilation is very painful, and is perceived by many women as a medieval instrument of torture, which is a prerequisite for getting smooth and silky skin.

Some mistakenly believe that depilator and depilator - these are the same things. Far from it.While the epilator removes the hair along with the bulb, the depilator removes only the outer layer without affecting the hair roots. Epilation and depilation are still the main methods in the fight against unwanted hair.

The first attempts to remove hair from unwanted places were taken in ancient Egypt. For waxing and depilation various wax masks and tweezers were used.

Operating principle

The principle of operation of the epilator is based on the synchronous oncoming movement of several pairs of special discs, which, when interacting, capture the hair and, thanks to the oncoming movement, tear it out from the root.

With the multi-point system, even the smallest hairs can be removed. Such a system is used by all manufacturers, although it has a different name. Regardless of the manufacturer, all devices exist several speeds modeson which the frequency of tweaks depends.

1. The first mode is designed for not long and thin hair. It has a relatively low speed. Experts recommend using the first speed to work with small and fragile hairs in places where there is a risk not to tear out, but to tear off the hair.
2. The second mode is faster, characterized by more frequent tweaks. It is designed to remove long and strong hair. In the second mode, the speed of the device increases, therefore, the procedure time is significantly reduced.
   

Types of epilators

Depending on the design and principle of operation, the following types of epilators are distinguished.

1. Disk. At the heart of the device are rotating discs that pluck hairs in contact with each other. These models are the prototype of modern tweezers.
   

2. Tweezers. The principle of operation of the tweezers epilator is different from the disk in that in its design instead of rotating disks, metal plates are used. Such devices are distinguished by higher efficiency and speed.
   

There are, of course, laser and photoepilators with a completely different principle of action, but they are used, as a rule, in beauty salons. Although today models for home use have begun to be produced, they have not yet gained significant distribution due to the high cost and the large number of nuances of use.

What to look for when buying

When buying any of these types of epilators, you should pay attention to the following points.

Manufacturer

When choosing an epilator, you should not give preference to cheaper models of unknown brands. Most likely, such a device will not be distinguished by high reliability and functionality. By purchasing products of famous brands, you are guaranteed to receive the right to service in a specialized service center.

The presence of anesthesia

This parameter is the most important in terms of use. It depends on him whether you will experience pain during the procedure. In different models, anesthesia can occur in different ways:

• cooling;
• massage;
• use nozzles.

In the first case, in order to cool the skin, in the case of the apparatus it is necessary to place a special container in which to be frozen water. This method works well on all skin types.

How does the epilator with a massage system? The massage is provided with an additional nozzle, which has a special shape, which, when interacting with the skin, acts on the nerve endings and “distracts” you from the main pain.

The use of conventional nozzles is provided in models of low price category. Unlike a massage nozzle, the usual nozzle has no analgesic effect. The principle of operation is based on special holes on the nozzle, which let through some parts of the scalp, thereby reducing the instant pain from use.

Ergonomic

When buying, pay attention to the appearance and shape of the device. Be sure to hold it in your hands and make some characteristic movements in the air. If you experience some discomfort during these actions - consider a different model. pay attention to button layout: they should be easily and conveniently pressed.

Convenience of storage and transportation

Quite often, a special epilator comes with carrying caseintended for storage of the device. Without it, the transportation of the device will be quite problematic. Most manufacturers pay great attention to the case for the device and give it a beautiful and stylish appearance.

Recommendations for use

Many women who first picked up an epilator are wonderinghow to use it correctly? On the Internet, you can easily find a lot of videos with a detailed explanation of the process, so important tips will be given below to help you master this device faster.

1. Grow long enough hairs. If during depilation you remove all hair in the initial stage, hair removal requires hairs not less than 0.5 cm long. Too small hairs epilator can not cling plates and, accordingly, remove them with the bulb.
2. Accept hot shower. The most favorable time for the procedure is the time after a hot shower or bath. Heat has a positive effect on the skin, pores open up, which contributes to easier and faster removal of unwanted hair.
3. During the procedure do not press on the epilator. It can damage your skin and permanently discourage the desire to hold such events. Keep the epilator at a small angle and smoothly slide it along the skin for better hair removal.