BEAUTY

lazy and cannot keep up with the rapid regrowth. However with that being said, it is a cheap, easy, quick method of hair removal that can be done at any time. Just remember to keep your skin moisturised and your razor blade sharp! TOP TIP: I’ve sometimes found that men’s razors have a much sharper blade, so if you’re not getting along with your one, it might be time to switch it up! Using an epilator isn’t a popular choice for many but it is incredibly successful, especially as you can use it with any hair length. There will be less bumps and ingrown hairs as the hair is removed from the root, and this also means that the regrowth time period is longer too! Braun’s Silk Epil 9 retails at around £100 which seems a lot, but remember that buying an epilator is a one off expense. For me, it’s just that bit too painful! Removal creams are another good option, especially because it’s budget friendly, easy, and you can do it at any time. I think it’s a good balance between shaving and waxing as it lasts a little longer than shaving and the hairs grow softer. With that being said, if you have sensitive skin you need to be careful and buy the correct product. Also, because of the chemicals, you cannot use it on all areas of your body so you may need to use it alongside another method. Thankfully, Veet have many different options for different areas of your body and for different skin types.

Waxing is an incredibly popular form of hair removal and one that I favour. People are sometimes put off by the pain or embarrassment that waxing endures. However, you need to remember that our waxers do their job every day; they’ve seen millions of pairs of hairy legs and they do not care about yours! With regards to the pain,, after a few appointments, you really get used to it and realise it’s not bad at all. It is a little pricier in comparison to a razor or cream, however the results are much longer lasting, with less ingrown hairs. Finally, we have laser hair removal which is my personal favourite form of removal. It’s the only form of removal that permanently removes the hair so for me, it’s already a winner. It’s not completely pain free but the sessions are quick! It can be expensive and you do have to wait six weeks in between sessions; it’s not a fast process. But with that being said, you do see results immediately and it is a permanent change! With all hair removal methods you need to make sure you’re taking care of your skin. Some methods do not allow sun exposure prior to or after removal and other methods make it difficult to absorb skincare products (including sun cream, tanning products and moisturiser). Therefore you need to do your research, speak to the experts (if going to a salon) and do what’s best for you and your aesthetic preference! Remember what works for somebody else may not suit you and your skin.

TRAVEL

CO-EDITOR ELISE DIXON

What NOT to do WHEN TRAVELLING

BY ANONYMOUS When we are travelling we tend to know the basics like being organised and all the other boring bits like paperwork. Though what things are included that actually makes you organised? Well, that’s what we’re here to talk about!

Before you get to the airport if you have a suitcase and an extra bag to take with you on the plane. Make sure you either have no liquids whatsoever in your rucksack or handbag when you go through security! Or if you must have liquids like sanitiser (which in this day and age is a must) then make sure its already in a little plastic bag before going through security. By doing these, you save time going through the airport security as well as saving stress of being stopped just purely because you forgot you have a lip balm rolling around in the bottom of your bag! If you have a lot of technology and need quick access to chargers etc, make sure they can be easily accessed rather than having to empty a suitcase or bag just to find it. Or even better, if you have the money, find a smart suitcase that has a portable charger on it in which you can charge your phone and everything else. In this case, make sure you have that portable charger charged before you leave the house!

Last and not least is to have a checklist! We’ve all heard this before, and all at some point or another underestimated its potential. Having a list of items to pack and ticking them off as you go along or even certain jobs to be done can be so helpful. The general stress of travelling can be better managed if you have a checklist of all the necessities, which clothes you need and any essentials like chargers and toothbrushes!

These are all things commonly known, but sometimes we could all use the reminder or just encouragement to be better organised!