There is a method where they use a needle to inject something into the follicle which kills it. However you need to poke yourself for every follicle you want gone. So it’s not exactly the most pleasant. Or the cheapest.

I’ve used depilatory creams on my body and face and they’re either inconsistent, or I don’t know how to apply it. I’ve never had it remove all of the hair; there’s always some that remain.
However following that up with shaving gave me the smoothest shave I’ve ever had. My face hadn’t felt that smooth since before puberty. The euphoria was real.