Epilation hair removal is a method of hair removal that goes beyond the surface of the skin to the root of the hair follicle, unlike waxing and tweezing. It involves using an electric epilator, which is a hand-held and battery-operated device that pulls out hair using small discs to grip the follicle at its root. Epilation can be done with a dry epilator or a wet epilator, which can be used in the bathtub or shower. One of the benefits of epilation is its long-lasting hair removal benefits, with skin staying smooth for up to one month after epilating. Epilation may also result in less body hair over time, with hair growing back softer and finer and even regrowing at a slower rate. Epilators can be used on hair from different areas of the body, including arms, legs, pubic area, and even the face. However, epilation can be uncomfortable or painful, especially at first, but the discomfort can lessen with practice. Electrolysis epilators are another type of epilator that destroy hair using a shortwave radio frequency and can be used to get rid of unwanted body hair permanently, but they are riskier and require several appointments with a licensed professional. Compared to waxing, epilation is more effective and can remove hair up to 4x shorter than waxing.