The Best Methods for Back Hair Removal

For many men, a beach body also includes a smooth back. Whether using a back razor, waxing, or laser: which methods are the best for hair removal on the back?

Depending on the wearer’s preference, well-groomed or trimmed chest hair can look very beautiful and represent a certain masculine appearance. But, as you probably realize, the same doesn’t apply to back hair.

The fur on your back quickly looks unkempt and is certainly not the impression a man wants to give on the beach or in the gym. If you have (heavy) back hair that you want to get rid of for purely aesthetic reasons or because it even bothers you in the summer, then we have a few tips for you on how you can get rid of the fur.

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Depilation method number 1: shaving the back

If you like it quick and painless, shaving is the best choice. If your hand is steady, this is pain-free and usually works quickly and easily in the shower. There is no high cost and a quick result.

The catch: After shaving, the first stubble can appear hours later and feel like sandpaper on the back of your neck because the hair is mainly cut at an angle. Depending on hair growth, the next shave is due after a few days at the latest.

How can I shave my back myself?

There are now many powerful body hair razors that you can use to shave your back hair. However, most body groomers focus primarily on the hair on the legs, chest, and underarms, i.e., on parts of the body that you can reach yourself.

Luckily, there are more and more body groomers with an arm extension that allows you to shave your back without outside help.

Option 1: Back shaver with fold-out handle extension: Philips Bodygroom 5000

Option 2: Extension tool into which the wet razor can be clipped: Easy-Raze back razor

But be careful: Before you tackle the hair on your back without outside help, essentially flying blind, you should practice. Try shaving your chest first to practice using the back razor. You cut yourself easily. And while we’re on the topic, in our large device comparison, you’ll find the best tools to combat body hair in other areas.

Depilation method No. 2: wax your back (have it waxed)

Waxing beats shaving when it comes to removing hair on the back, as the effect lasts longer: around 3 to 4 weeks. Over time, the hair grows back more and more sparsely, and at some point, the hair root stops producing hair completely.

There’s only one problem: you can’t do it alone. Either someone will assist you or you can have the fur professionally removed in a waxing studio. Don’t worry; growing up isn’t as painful as the movies make it out to be. Because the hair and its roots are pulled out of the skin, it naturally hurts a little. Have you ever plucked your eyebrows? That’s comparable and so bearable.

This is what you need to keep in mind if you want to wax your back at home:

• The prerequisite is that the hair on the back be a few millimeters long. Guideline: As soon as the hair is no longer sticking out and is lying on the skin, it can be removed with wax.
• Before you start, your skin should be clean and dry. You should also avoid using body lotion after showering in the morning. Important: You don’t need to avoid moles, but you shouldn’t treat acne pustules and other skin irritations with wax.
• There are cold wax strips and hot wax that you heat in the microwave or a pot before use.

• When using hot wax, make sure you use the right temperature to avoid burns. Using a wooden stick, spread a thin layer of wax onto the back in the direction of hair growth. Then press a strip of cloth (included with most products) onto it. Let it dry briefly, then boldly pull off the strip against the direction of growth.
• With cold wax strips, the cloth in question is already coated with the wax. You simply warm the strips between your hands, stick them to the skin in the direction of growth, and smooth them out. You can then immediately peel off the strip against the direction of growth.

• If you didn’t get all the hair the first time, you have to try it a second time.
• The best way to remove sticky wax residue on the skin is with cooking or body oil.

Play it safe: have your back waxed by a beautician

Are you missing a helping hand? A professional back waxing costs between 20 and 80 euros, depending on the density and size of the area to be treated, but has the following advantages:

• Wax sticks and requires some practice to use, but in the studio, your hands and your home are spared.
• In the cosmetic studio, an expert can correctly assess your skin condition after hair removal and treat your back accordingly, for example, to avoid ingrowing hairs or reduce redness.
• Your girlfriend or boyfriend will be spared your screams of pain.

The right care after back waxing

Caring for your skin after waxing is just as important as the hair removal itself. To reduce redness, you can apply an aloe vera body lotion to your skin, for example. If you are prone to ingrowing hairs, you should exfoliate your back for 2 days.

For the next few days, avoid exposing your back to the sun, sauna, or hot water when showering. Clothes made of cotton instead of synthetics that fit loosely on the skin are initially good for the back.

Variant 3: permanent hair removal via laser or IPL

If you are very bothered by your back hair, you should consider having it permanently removed. The most effective method is to destroy the hair root with a laser or high-energy light pulses (“intense pulsed light” = IPL).

You can have both procedures carried out in dermatological practices and special studios (which cost around 50 euros per session, several sessions are necessary). IPL devices are now also available for use at home, such as the Silk’n Infinity Prestige.

However, they only work optimally on the back if you know someone who regularly helps with their use. Don’t worry, treatment with laser guns for private use has been tried and tested for years. It doesn’t hurt, just a slight tingling feeling.

This is how it works: IPL devices emit short pulses of light that are absorbed beneath the surface of the skin by the melanin in the hair follicle. The color pigment is heated and the hair falls out naturally. When used regularly, the light energy prevents unwanted hairs from reaching the surface of the skin and their growth is permanently reduced. When using it, you should note the following:

• You need to choose an intensity level depending on the pigmentation of your skin. You can find more detailed information in the instructions for use, which you should read! Some devices also have a practical sensor that automatically determines the required strength.
• Aim the laser or light gun at the skin and trigger the light pulse with a switch.
• Depending on the size of the laser window, you can process smaller or larger areas. Tip: A man’s back is a larger area. A laser with a large window is therefore worthwhile.

However, you will need some patience until your back is hair-free. Before the hair root capitulates and stops producing hair completely, it must be bombarded several times at intervals of a few weeks.

Savings tip: Since purchasing an IPL device isn’t exactly cheap, it’s worth sharing the costs. Join forces with fellow sufferers and buy a device together.

To ensure that your skin is not only hair-free but also clean, here are the best tips for getting rid of pimples on your back.

With long-term hair removal methods, whether waxing, IPL or laser, your back muscles will soon be hair-free. And until every last hair root has surrendered, you can use back razors to quickly ensure a clear view of the smooth back of your upper body. So it’s worth it if it’s well trained.