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How to Make "Halaweh" (Natural Hair Remover). This all-natural hair remover, called
halaweh in Arabic, has been used in Middle Eastern homes for centuries. You will need
A saucepan 2 c. sugar 1/2 c. water 1/4 c. lemon juice and a plate or plastic wrap. Step
1. Heat the empty saucepan on low for 30 seconds to a minute. Slowly add in the sugar, water,
and lemon juice, and stir. Step 2. Continue to stir slowly with a wooden spoon until the
mixture becomes smooth and begins to bubble. After a couple of minutes at a low boil, turn
the heat to low. Step 3. After about five minutes, when the mixture has turned thick
and dark brown, remove it from the heat and let it cool for 15 minutes. Step 4. Pour the
mixture onto the plate or plastic wrap so it spreads out flat. It should be thick and
move slowly, like molasses. If the mixture is too inflexible, try adding water. If it's
too runny, heat it for another few minutes. Step 5. Pull and stretch the mixture like
taffy between your hands. After a few pulls, its color will lighten from brownish to a
shiny golden brown. It’s now ready to use! Step 6. Roll a golf-ball size piece of halaweh
between your hands. Using your thumb, spread the ball over the skin in the same direction
as the hair growth. Press hard. For the halaweh to remove hair effectively, the hair must
be at least one-quarter-inch long. Step 7. In a quick, smooth motion, rip off the halaweh
in the opposite direction of hair growth. Repeat until all the hair is gone. Did you
know In many Middle Eastern households, children often eat the halaweh leftovers.