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How does leg hair grow?<\/h2>\n

Leg hair\u00a0<\/a><\/span>\u2014 wouldn’t it be marvelous if it disappeared forever after just one shave? Many of us have envisioned this hassle-free scenario at least once. Unfortunately, leg hair is more persistent than we’d prefer, always growing back and often faster than anticipated. But have you ever paused to ponder the biological mechanisms behind this relentless regrowth? Learn more about the\u00a0life cycle of your leg hair<\/span><\/a>, revealing why it keeps coming back despite our best efforts to banish it.<\/p>\n

A leg hair is born\u2026<\/h2>\n

Every leg hair has a follicle and a shaft. The tunnel-like follicle extends from your outer layer of skin (epidermis) to your inner layer (dermis). At the follicle\u2019s base is the papilla. It contains capillaries, tiny blood vessels that nourish the cells. At the very bottom is the bulb, the hair\u2019s living part. Its cells divide every 23 to 72 hours \u2014 faster than any other cells in your body.<\/p>\n

A leg hair\u2019s follicle also has an inner sheath and an outer sheath \u2014 these protect and shape the hair as it grows \u2014 and a sebaceous gland, which produces an oily secretion that conditions your hair and skin.<\/p>\n

The hard protein that forms the part of your hair you actually see is keratin. It\u2019s produced by cells called keratinocytes. Just like collagen or elastin, this protein helps keep the skin firm and forms a protective layer to retain healthy skin.<\/p>\n

Keratin’s protective layer is made of three parts:<\/p>\n

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  1. The medulla (inner layer)<\/li>\n
  2. The cortex (middle layer)<\/li>\n
  3. The cuticle (outer layer)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The cuticle consists of tightly overlapping shingle-like scales. The cortex makes up most of the hair shaft, and along with medulla, holds the pigment that gives your hair color.<\/p>\n

    And it grows up<\/h2>\n

    A leg hair goes through\u00a0three stages of growth<\/span><\/a>:<\/p>\n

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    1. During the active phase of growth (anagen), cells in a hair\u2019s roots divide rapidly. A new hair is formed and pushes the club hair up the follicle and out.<\/li>\n
    2. A transitional phase of growth (catagen) follows. During it, a leg hair\u2019s growth stops and the outer root sheath shrinks and attaches to the root to form a club hair.<\/li>\n
    3. A leg hair\u2019s growth ends in a rest phase (telogen) in which the hair follicle is completely at rest and the club hair is formed. (Pluck a hair in this phase and you will see solid, hard, dry, white material at its root.)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      During the rest phase, the follicle is dormant for up to four months and eventually sheds its strand of hair so that a new one can enter the anagen phase. And the beat goes on …<\/p>\n

      Closing the book on fecund follicles<\/h2>\n

      When it comes to getting rid of leg hair, a close\u00a0shave<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is just that: It doesn\u2019t remove hair at the root, nor does it disturb the follicle. This means a shave lasts only a few hours to a few days.<\/p>\n

      Unlike shaving, which leaves sharp, hard hair stubble just below the skin, depilatories leave rounded, smoother edges. While an active ingredient dissolves the hair shaft, the mechanical action of removing the cream with a spatula or sponge helps pull away dissolved hair from the surface of the skin. Stubble is minimal and hair regrowth takes longer. Still, you’ll likely need treatments weekly, if not more often.<\/p>\n

      Like depilatories, waxing goes deeper than shaving. Wax is warmed until it\u2019s soft and spreadable. It’s applied a bit at a time. Then a clean white cloth is pressed down on top of the warm wax and is yanked off quickly. Hair comes with it \u2014 roots and all. But it will grow back sooner or later.<\/p>\n

      You’ll see more permanent leg hair removal results with electrolysis. In it, a sterile needle is introduced to a follicle, and the low electric current that passes through it destroys the hair. Electrolysis has risks that include infection and scarring.<\/p>\n

      Like electrolysis,\u00a0laser hair removal\u00a0<\/span><\/a>delivers longer lasting results. Laser hair removal uses light pulses to selectively destroy hair follicles by targeting the melanin in them and significantly\u00a0slowing hair regrowth by up to 80%<\/span><\/a>. Unlike other methods, it’s gentle on skin and leaves the surrounding tissue undamaged. It works for all skin types and most hair colors, and with multiple treatments, it can make the hair-free dream an everyday reality.<\/p>\n

      Go fuzz-free<\/h2>\n

      Leg hair removal methods abound, each with its unique benefits and drawbacks. Whether you opt for shaving, waxing, depilatories, or more permanent solutions like electrolysis or laser treatments, understanding the science of hair growth can empower you to make informed decisions. As you can see, leg hair growth may be inevitable, but it’s not unstoppable. With the right approach, you can slow it, even stop it. And once you have, you’ll discover that you’ve made a smooth transition to a softer, silkier you.<\/p>\n

      Want to learn more about laser hair removal? Reach out to\u00a0LaserAway<\/span><\/a>, the nation\u2019s leader in aesthetic dermatology.<\/p>\n

      References<\/h5>\n
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      1. \u201cComparing Traditional and in Motion Nd:YAG Laser in Hair Removal: A Prospective Study,\u201d\u00a0Medicina<\/em><\/span><\/a>, September 2, 2022.<\/li>\n
      2. \u201cIntegrative and Mechanistic Approach to the Hair Growth Cycle and Hair Loss,\u201d\u00a0Journal of Clinical Medicine<\/em><\/span><\/a>, February 2023.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Many of us have envisioned this hassle-free scenario at least once. Unfortunately, leg hair is more persistent than we'd prefer, always growing back and often faster than anticipated. But have you ever paused to ponder the biological mechanisms behind this relentless regrowth? Learn more about the\u00a0life cycle of your leg hair, revealing why it keeps coming back despite our best efforts to banish it.\nA leg hair is born\u2026\nEvery leg hair has a follicle and a shaft. The tunnel-like follicle extends from your outer layer of skin (epidermis) to your inner layer (dermis). At the follicle\u2019s base is the papilla. It contains capillaries, tiny blood vessels that nourish the cells. At the very bottom is the bulb, the hair\u2019s living part. Its cells divide every 23 to 72 hours \u2014 faster than any other cells in your body.\n\nA leg hair\u2019s follicle also has an inner sheath and an outer sheath \u2014 these protect and shape the hair as it grows \u2014 and a sebaceous gland, which produces an oily secretion that conditions your hair and skin.\n\nThe hard protein that forms the part of your hair you actually see is keratin. It\u2019s produced by cells called keratinocytes. Just like collagen or elastin, this protein helps keep the skin firm and forms a protective layer to retain healthy skin.\n\nKeratin's protective layer is made of three parts:\n\n \tThe medulla (inner layer)\n \tThe cortex (middle layer)\n \tThe cuticle (outer layer)\n\nThe cuticle consists of tightly overlapping shingle-like scales. 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And the beat goes on ...\nClosing the book on fecund follicles\nWhen it comes to getting rid of leg hair, a close\u00a0shave\u00a0is just that: It doesn\u2019t remove hair at the root, nor does it disturb the follicle. This means a shave lasts only a few hours to a few days.\n\nUnlike shaving, which leaves sharp, hard hair stubble just below the skin, depilatories leave rounded, smoother edges. While an active ingredient dissolves the hair shaft, the mechanical action of removing the cream with a spatula or sponge helps pull away dissolved hair from the surface of the skin. Stubble is minimal and hair regrowth takes longer. Still, you'll likely need treatments weekly, if not more often.\n\nLike depilatories, waxing goes deeper than shaving. Wax is warmed until it\u2019s soft and spreadable. It's applied a bit at a time. Then a clean white cloth is pressed down on top of the warm wax and is yanked off quickly. Hair comes with it \u2014 roots and all. But it will grow back sooner or later.\n\nYou'll see more permanent leg hair removal results with electrolysis. In it, a sterile needle is introduced to a follicle, and the low electric current that passes through it destroys the hair. Electrolysis has risks that include infection and scarring.\n\nLike electrolysis,\u00a0laser hair removal\u00a0delivers longer lasting results. Laser hair removal uses light pulses to selectively destroy hair follicles by targeting the melanin in them and significantly\u00a0slowing hair regrowth by up to 80%. Unlike other methods, it's gentle on skin and leaves the surrounding tissue undamaged. It works for all skin types and most hair colors, and with multiple treatments, it can make the hair-free dream an everyday reality.\nGo fuzz-free\nLeg hair removal methods abound, each with its unique benefits and drawbacks. 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