Before use, wash and dry the area to be depilated and apply enough of this product to completely cover the hair in the area to be depilated. Avoid scrubbing, simply let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes. If the hair comes off easily when you run your fingers over it, use a damp towel or the provided non-woven cloth to wipe it away. Alternatively, rinse it off with water. Use more than once (several days apart) to completely remove short, coarse hairs from the shaved area.