Definition

1. Noun:
   • The act of removing hair: The process or action of taking hair off from a surface, such as skin.
   • The condition of hair loss: The state or result of having hair removed.

Usage

• As a noun (process): "Epilation" refers to the method or procedure itself.
  • Laser epilation is a popular method for long-term hair removal.
• As a noun (result): "Epilation" describes the outcome or state after hair is removed.
  • The epilation was complete, leaving the skin smooth.

Examples

• The salon specializes in various techniques of epilation.
• After the waxing session, the epilation was evident on her legs.
• Medical epilation is sometimes necessary before certain surgeries.

Advanced Usage

• "Electrolysis epilation": A permanent method of hair removal that uses electric current to destroy the hair follicle.
  • She opted for electrolysis epilation for a permanent solution.
• "Post-epilation care": Refers to the treatment or precautions taken after a hair removal procedure.
  • Proper post-epilation care can prevent skin irritation.

Variants and Related Words

• Epilate (verb): To remove hair from.
  • She uses a device to epilate her arms.
• Epilator (noun): A device used for removing hair.
  • An electric epilator can be used at home.
• Depilation (noun): Often used similarly, but can specifically mean removing the hair shaft above the skin's surface.
  • Shaving is a form of depilation, not permanent epilation.

Synonyms

• Hair removal: The general act of taking hair off.
• Deplumation: A less common term for the removal of hair or feathers.

Notes on Meaning

• The term "epilation" is most commonly used in cosmetic, dermatological, or grooming contexts. It implies a deliberate, often complete, removal of hair, unlike natural shedding. The two core meanings—the and the —are intrinsically linked.

Noun

1. the act of removing hair (as from an animal skin)
2. loss of hair; the result of removing hair