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Making Your Arm Hair Lighter?

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Date: 03/27/2008 Topics: Beauty > Advice | Readers Request > Beauty  
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I have really dark arm hair. I need a homemade recipe that will lighten it without using sun. I tried the lemon juice recipe but I think I did it wrong because my hair isn't getting lighter. I would prefer if it was something that would lighten my hair really quickly.

Sarah from Seattle, WA
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By (Guest Post)
Oh Gosh. Please. A word from the wise: DON'T shave your arms unless you are sure. I have shaved my arms twice before in '07 and '08. IDK why but for some reason I thought the second time I was ready to shave my arms. Nope. I freaked. It's not comfortable having the prickley-ness and for those who do shave their arms and are happy with it. Good for you.

I am one of the odd balls in my school that doesn't shave their arms, but I rather at least try to lighten it than live with thick prickly hair stubs on my arm and having to shave it all the time. (I'm trying to find a lightener as well) I would also like to say after shaving your arms, it takes a good two months for it to fully grow out (It was a nightmare). I hope this helps to prevent you from making the mistake of shaving.

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By Din (Guest Post)
How do you use peroxide to lighten arm hair? I'm not comfortable with shaving it and want to try using lemons and sitting in the sun but I don't know. Appreciate any responses. Please help:) at dk11493 AT yahoo.com
I've noticed that after using creme bleach hair seems to grow longer. Is it just me or has someone noticed it too?

Posted on 02/18/2009 | Report Spam or Abuse

By Bridget (Guest Post)
Shave it. I have been doing it for 15 years. It makes me feel so much prettier and it does not grow back darker/courser etc. It just grows back normal and I shave it again! :)

Posted on 07/30/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse

By Danni (Guest Post)
Don't dye or lighten your arm hair-it's too much work and the ingredients in most dyes are really bad for your skin and toxic for your body. Instead simply shave your arms like your legs. The hair will eventually grow back lighter and softer just like leg hair after shaving your legs for a while. If you are too afraid to shave your arms, wipe your arms with a cooton pad diped in 3% peroxide. You can buy peroxide in any drug store for about 2 dollars-very cheep and effective. Peroxide is very safe--not harmful to skin or your body.

Posted on 07/03/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse

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I use creme bleach also works miracles, but I notice that it's making more hair grow longer. The tip is light then the root is dark, or it maybe just be me. Does anyone notice this?

Posted on 04/19/2008 | Report Spam or Abuse

By Jess (Guest Post)
I've got 2 words for you.
Hydrogen Peroxide.
It's so cheap, and you can purchase a bottle it from the chemist for under 3 dollars. Just pour some on your arm and blow dry it. But be careful, because it will temporarily bleach your hands for a couple of minutes. Don't panic! its normal.=]

Good luck!

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By guddi (Guest Post)
The only thing that would lighten your hair real quick is cream bleach. It bleaches in maximum 15 mins. Do a patch test first and if it suits you then always get one for sensitive skin; less chances of getting any reaction.

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By Londa (Guest Post)
I too have real dark arm hair on very pale skin. I have shaved my arm hair for forty years. Contrary to much silly advice about hair growth, it has never given me bristley stubble, or made more hair grow. I tried waxing, and hair removal creams, but shaving did a much better job, for less money, and it took less time!

Be brave, and try it on one little spot if you are worried about it.

My best wishes to a fellow sufferer!

londa

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By Cantate (89) Contact
My Japanese daughter shaves her arms too. She says a lot of Japanese women do it.

Cantate

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By Vix (Guest Post)
You could also check a beauty supply store to purchase salon-quality peroxide, which is the main ingredient used in hair lighteners.

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By luvmygingerkids (354) Profile Blog! Contact
Have you considered waxing?

Or a diluted hydrogen peroxide solution?

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Request: Making Your Arm Hair Lighter?

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Does rubbing lemon juice on your arm or any hair make it lighter?

Twix from Matteson, IL

RE: Making Your Arm Hair Lighter?

I used Sally Hansen's facial creme bleach... (10/21/2006)

By Paula

RE: Making Your Arm Hair Lighter?

I used to use cream bleach. It worked well but it was a pain to use. One day I did not have time for bleach and I just shaved my arm hair off. I was surprised it took awhile to grow back. Arm hair does not seem to grow as fast as leg hair. I shave it while in the shower about every 2 weeks. It's fast and easy. Give it a try. (12/20/2006)

By joyann@clearwire.net

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