Hair Nor There: The Aftercare Your Underarms Need After Hair Removal
Underarm hair removal treatments offer convenience, but the right aftercare can
make all the difference in preventing unwanted skin issues.
In the Philippines, staying cool and refreshed throughout a hot and humid day is as essential as bringing your house keys. One way people pamper themselves—and beat the heat—is through hair removal treatments.
As we delve deeper into often-overlooked areas that are prone to redness, rough patches, and dark spots, let’s zoom in on underarm care—and how to keep your skin barrier smooth, radiant, and irritation-free.
If you prefer shaving
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Although it’s a common method, shaving is often regarded as a last-minute solution to moments where sprouting hairs become more apparent. Regardless, continuous shaving, especially when the hair hasn’t fully grown back out, can still leave sensitive areas like the underarms prone to irritation and redness.
While the market currently parades specialty razors, such as the single-blade models from The Collective and its ergonomic design, without proper aftercare, the experience is only halfway done. The new pink serum stick from Dove’s deodorant serum line can be a quick, yet soothing solution. Utilizing a blend of vegan collagen and niacinamide, this line aims to bring moisture back into the skin and alleviate sensitive areas with its nourishing properties.
If you’re more the type to go for a wax
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Favored for its quick downtime and immediate results, waxing’s growth in popularity has found the service becoming even more accessible. Those who prefer to do it themselves can opt for brands such as Hunnywax and its sugar, calamansi, and pure honey blend.
However, one downside of waxing is that it can sometimes lead to keratin buildup in the underarms, potentially contributing to the appearance of chicken skin (keratosis pilaris or follicular keratosis). If you see or feel your underarms showing signs of bumps post-treatment, the purple dry serum of Dove’s Radiant + Care Deodorant Serum range has skin-smoothing benefits, thanks to its niacinamide and omega-6 formulation.
If you’re looking into laser hair removal
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Courtesy of Dove.
Though it has grown a reputation for being the premium alternative to hair removal with its longer-lasting results, laser-based treatments often require multiple sessions. There’s also the risk of getting burns, which can lead to dark marks or hyperpigmentation if left unchecked.
While beauty service hubs such as The Strip offer a more harmless approach with its STRIP ICE treatments, sensitive skin types still need extra consideration. The new orange serum spray of Dove’s deo serum line has a blend of niacinamide vitamins C & E, which help bring back the skin’s radiance while reducing dark marks.
Though the rainy season has begun in the Metro, Dove’s Radiant + Care Deodorant Serum line gives you every reason to explore the indoor activities you’ve been most curious about—while confidently showing off your newly smooth underarms. And while your choice of hair removal method is a personal one, your skin’s aftercare shouldn’t be left to chance.
Purchase your new Dove Radiant + Care Deodorant Serum through the links below:
