Can underarm hair be shaved off?
Underarm hair refers to the hair growing in the armpit area, which is a normal part of growth and development. It helps facilitate sweat evaporation and reduces skin friction. In general, underarm hair can be removed, and common hair removal methods include razors, depilatory creams, ice-point hair removal, colored light hair removal, and photonic (light-based) hair removal.
Method |
Razor |
Depilatory Cream |
Ice-Point Hair Removal |
Colored Light Hair Removal |
Photonic Hair Removal |
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Description |
Physically shaves off surface hair without damaging hair follicles |
Chemically dissolves and removes hair |
Uses photothermal energy for hair removal with a cooling system to reduce pain |
Utilizes selective absorption of colored light by pigment in hair follicles to achieve hair removal |
Destroys hair follicles via photothermal effect for painless hair removal |
Reference Price |
20–100 CNY per unit |
10–200 CNY per session |
300–3,000 CNY per session |
2,000–4,000 CNY per session |
1,000–6,000 CNY per session |
Advantages |
1. Convenient to use |
1. Wide applicability |
1. Reduced pain |
1. High safety |
1. Minimal skin damage |
Potential Risks |
1. May cause skin bleeding |
1. May enlarge pores |
1. Swelling may occur |
1. Local redness and swelling may occur |
1. May cause localized pain |
Duration of Effect |
3–5 days |
5–7 days |
3–5 years |
5–10 years |
2–3 years |
If you wish to remove underarm hair, it is recommended to visit a reputable medical facility and consult with a professional doctor before proceeding. In daily life, maintain proper hygiene and care of underarm hair to prevent unnecessary physical discomfort or injury.




