KUALA LUMPUR, 20 Nov 2017:
So you want smooth silky skin – but are not too keen on the cuts, burns, irritations, ingrown hair and itchiness.
That, plus the myths that hair regrowth will be thicker, darker and faster after shaving are enough to put you off the thought completely, and turn your thoughts to other hair removal methods. Like waxing. Ouch!
Well, that’s where the Gillette Venus ComfortGlide White Tea razor (packaged at RM29.90) will, hopefully, change your mind about shaving.
Created specially for women, the shaver not only promises smoother, longer lasting hair-free skin – it also allows women to achieve all that in the convenience of their own homes. No more expensive, lengthy, appointment-making visits to wax salons.
The shaver comes with flexible built-in moisture bars with rich body butters and a fresh tropical scent so no shaving cream is required.
It features three curve-hugging blades for a close, comfortable shave – even on sensitive skin – and the ergonomic handle is made for a woman’s grip, making it easy too hold even in the shower.
At the launch of the number one selling female razor in Malaysia, Gillette Venus also announced its first local brand ambassador – SEA Games gold medalist gymnast Farah Ann Abdul Hadi.
“Proper head to toe grooming is very important for me, and having smooth skin is a confidence booster,” she said during the panel discussion.
“I don’t have to worry with Gillette Venus as its unique design ensures that the female razor is not harsh on the skin and leaves my skin feeling smooth and moisturised.
“Because I also travel a lot, shaving becomes just that much more convenient and hassle-free because you can do it anytime and anywhere; as compared to getting waxed, which can be costly as well as inconvenient.
“Besides, women should not think shaving is only for me. There’s nothing to be embarrassed about shaving. We have hair too.
“What I do is soak or get into the shower for a couple of minutes before shaving, usually the night before an event.”
Also sharing her expertise on the topic and putting to rest some common misconceptions women have about shaving was aesthetic physician Dr Yeow Hui Qian.
“Women refrain from shaving as they believe their skin become darker, or that their hair would grow back faster and thicker. However, in reality, hair growth is determined by one’s genetic and hormonal makeup.”
Now who says shaving’s too close for comfort?
– Pic by Christopher Nantha