Here's why:
* How they work: Hair removal creams contain chemicals that break down the protein structure of the hair. This weakens the hair shaft, causing it to dissolve and be easily wiped away from the surface of the skin.
* Root remains: The cream only affects the hair shaft above the skin's surface. The hair follicle and root remain intact under the skin.
* Regrowth: Because the root is still present, the hair will grow back within a few days to a week or two, similar to shaving.
Methods that remove hair from the root include:
* Waxing: Removes hair by gripping the hair shaft and pulling it out from the follicle.
* Sugaring: Similar to waxing, but uses a sugar-based paste.
* Epilating: Uses a device with tweezers to pluck hairs out.
* Threading: Uses twisted thread to trap and remove hairs.
* Laser hair removal: Damages the hair follicle to inhibit future growth.
* Electrolysis: Uses an electric current to destroy the hair follicle.