Analisis Cukur, Waxing, dan Krim Pada Hair Removal Ketiak Paling Efektif dan Ekonomis bagi Mahasiswi PKK: Penelitian

Mia Hafizah Tumangger; Taofan Ali Achmadi; Wahyu Widaningsih; Faza Zahra Hendriyana; Dewinta Putri Sahbrina; Nabila Avrilian Farohmah; Maulidya Eka Putri; Evi Veronika

doi:10.31004/jerkin.v4i3.4988

Authors

Mia Hafizah Tumangger Universitas Negeri Semarang
Taofan Ali Achmadi Universitas Negeri Semarang
Wahyu Widaningsih Universitas Negeri Semarang
Faza Zahra Hendriyana Universitas Negeri Semarang
Dewinta Putri Sahbrina Universitas Negeri Semarang
Nabila Avrilian Farohmah Universitas Negeri Semarang
Maulidya Eka Putri Universitas Negeri Semarang
Evi Veronika Universitas Negeri Semarang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31004/jerkin.v4i3.4988

Keywords:

Hair Removal, Shaving, Waxing, Depilatory Cream, Cost Effectiveness

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the comparison of three underarm hair removal methods shaving, waxing, and depilatory cream in terms of effectiveness, comfort, irritation risk, and cost efficiency among students of the Family Welfare Education (PKK) Study Program. The research employed a qualitative approach with a case study design involving 25 students who regularly perform hair removal. Data were collected through structured surveys and in-depth interviews, then analyzed inductively to identify key themes. The findings reveal that shaving is preferred for its practicality and low cost, waxing is the most effective and long-lasting method, while depilatory creams are considered the most comfortable and suitable for sensitive skin. The study concludes that no single method is universally superior; the optimal choice depends on balancing practicality, effectiveness, comfort, and individual skin conditions.

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