I have dark, thick leg hair and fair skin.?

I'm in desperate need of an effective solution. I have very sensitive skin, which only adds to my frustration. I've tried hair removal creams, epilating, waxing, and shaving. The creams and shaving left me with virtually the same issue, where my black hair was revealed through my skin. Epilating gave me folliculitis which is an infection of the hair follicles. I'm afraid waxing will do the same. Laser hair removal is too expensive right now seeing as I'm only a teen. My skin used to be darker when a few years back because i'm of Brazilian and Iraqi orientation, but over the years my skin became lighter and more sensitive. I think tanning might help but I've grown pessimistic of results. If you've had a similar issue please let me know about your stories and anything that has helped you out