Get ready for a close shave

Most of us rejoice at the start of summer, but there is one serious downfall: depilation. A woman’s legs and armpits amounts to around 78,000 hair follicles.

Hair removal suddenly needs to top your beauty regime so you can bare your pins quicker than someone can say “heatwave”. Nobody wants to be that girl walking around in black opaques in over 30C. And legs aren’t the only thing to consider. There’s armpits for sleeveless and your bikini line in preparation for s wimsuit season. If everything’s looking overgrown, it’s time to start your deforestation, quick-smart.

Here’s our guide to a hair-free summer.