An alternative to hair removal is that it does not cause pain and redness of the skin. This dream is possible with the moon bath, a body hair whitening procedure performed in beauty salons and aesthetic clinics, but that can be easily reproduced at home by you.
The basis of the treatment is the application of a bleaching product on the skin for a few minutes. The color of the hair is lightened, bringing it closer to the blonde. The moon bath is quite common on the legs and arms and gives a special charm to tanned skin.
Maria Inez Grimaldi is responsible for Pele's SPA unit in Piracicaba (SP), which offers this service. She explains that performing the procedure in the clinic can take from 30 minutes to 2 hours and is suitable for all skin types. "The restriction is that the skin does not have any kind of injury or healing process," he says.
The expert has created a walkthrough on how it is possible to take a moon bath at home easily and quickly. Check out:
Step 1: Protect Your Skin
Although the bleach does not harm the skin, it is always important to protect it before performing any aesthetic procedure. I love to use shea butter or cupuassu for this step. Does it protect against the action of bleach and even help moisturize the skin ?, recommends Maria Inez.
Check out product suggestions that can be used in this step:
Intensive moisturizer with cupuassu butter? Amazonia Live for R $ 43,00 at Sephora
Karite butter ? Loccitane for R $ 35,00 in online store
Shea Butter Moisturizing Lotion? Nazca for R $ 4,94 at Panvel
Shea Butter Moisturizing Lotion? Nivea for $ 7.65 on Netfarma
Step 2: Apply Bleach
With skin already hydrated, it's time to start the moon bath. Gradually add hydrogen peroxide to the bleaching powder until you get a creamy and firm mixture. Using gloves and a brush, brush the preparation on the parts of the body that will discolor. Let it take 5 to 10 minutes.
This is the most important phase. Stay tuned for the application time! The hair can not be very clear, because they risk breaking and falling? Warns Maria Inez. Check out some suggestions for bleaching powder for home use:
Intensive moisturizer with cupuassu butter? Amazonia Live for R $ 43,00 at Sephora
Karite butter ? Loccitane for R $ 35,00 in online store
Shea Butter Moisturizing Lotion? Nazca for R $ 4,94 at Panvel
Shea Butter Moisturizing Lotion? Nivea for $ 7.65 on Netfarma
Moon bath kit? Lovable for R $ 13,90 on Pay Less
Blondor? Wella for R $ 13,79 on Netfarma
Aromatherapy Lightner Moon Bath Whitening Kit? Cless for R $ 37,18 at Onofre
Complete mini kit for whitening? Golden Hair for R $ 67,00 in the brand's virtual store
Step 3: Wash with Running Water
The best way to remove the skin mixture is by using running water and mild liquid soap. Lightly massage the application areas until the product has been completely removed. Do not leave debris on the skin and, if you prefer, use a soft sponge to aid in removal.
Step 4: Get a Body Scrub
Still in the bath, with already clean skin, you can enjoy to do a body scrub to remove dead cells. This practice is important for deep cleaning, as well as facilitating the absorption of moisturizers, avoiding ingrown hairs and reducing the incidence of blemishes, blackheads and pimples.
Another plus point is that by massaging your skin (make circular motions!), You stimulate the production of collagen, a key protein for the firmness and vitality of your skin. Here are some exfoliating suggestions to use in this step:
Intensive moisturizer with cupuassu butter? Amazonia Live for R $ 43,00 at Sephora
Karite butter ? Loccitane for R $ 35,00 in online store
Shea Butter Moisturizing Lotion? Nazca for R $ 4,94 at Panvel
Shea Butter Moisturizing Lotion? Nivea for $ 7.65 on Netfarma
Moon bath kit? Lovable for R $ 13,90 on Pay Less
Blondor? Wella for R $ 13,79 on Netfarma
Aromatherapy Lightner Moon Bath Whitening Kit? Cless for R $ 37,18 at Onofre
Complete mini kit for whitening? Golden Hair for R $ 67,00 in the brand's virtual store
Native SPA Scrub Soap Gommage Clay Therapy? Apothecary for R $ 37,99 in the brand store
Bath Body Scrub? Nivea for R $ 17,90 on Netfarma
Sapien Women Body Scrub? Surya Brasil for R $ 64,50 in Organic Beauty
Sparkle Skin? Clinique for R $ 150,00 at Época Cosmeticos
Step 5: Moisturize Your Skin
After exfoliation, a hydration is always welcome! You can use the same products used in the first step to prepare the skin for the moon bath or any other moisturizer you prefer.
Essential Care in the Moon Bath
Here are some more important precautions you should take before, during and after the moon bath:
- If you have never used bleach, it is worth a test to see if you have no allergy to the product. One day before application, wipe the arm mixture a little and let it work for up to 10 minutes. Cleanse the skin with soap and water and wait until the next day to see if it will have any reaction;
- When applying bleach, be careful not to drop your clothing or bikini. The product stains and you will not want to miss a piece because of it;
- During the application of bleach, your skin may not itch or sting. If this happens, immediately remove all mixture under running water;
- Leave the mixture on the skin for the first time. This way you don't have the risk of discoloring your hair and you will still have a better reference on how long you should be with the product in future applications. You better get a taste of? I want more of it? than regret later.
If you still have any questions about the procedure, it is worth watching this video where Paola Gavazzi humorously demonstrates how easy it is to discolor hair at home:
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