Waxing
Waxing is a method of semi-permanent hair removal from the root. New hairs will not grow back in the previously waxed area for two to eight weeks . Almost any area of the body can be waxed, including eyebrows , face, bikini area, Pubic hair, legs , arms, back , abdomen and feet. There are many types of waxing suitable for removing unwanted hair.
Waxing is accomplished by spreading a wax, combination thinly over the skin. A cloth or paper strip is then pressed on the top and ripped off with a quick movement against the direction of hair growth. This removes the wax along with the hair. Another method utilizes hard wax (as opposed to strip wax ). In this case, the wax is applied somewhat thickly and with no cloth or paper strips. The wax then hardens when it cools, thus allowing the easy removal by a therapist without the aid of cloths. This waxing method is very beneficial to people who have sensitive skin.
Types of waxing
Various types of waxing are available. Some must be performed by a licensed Beauty Therapist. The different types of waxing that can be performed are:
- Eyebrow waxing
- Leg waxing
- Arm/underarm waxing
- Back waxing
- Foot waxing
- Chest waxing
- Entire body wax
- Bikini wax
- Brazilian or XXX
- Upper Lip
Most parts of the body can be waxed, but other parts, not listed above are not given special consideration. Areas individuals should never wax include inside the ears and nose as well as eyelashes, eyelids, the palms of the hands, and the soles of the feet. These areas are of particular concern due to sensitive skin that can be severely damaged if waxed.
Benefits and drawbacks
There are many benefits to waxing versus other forms of hair removal. It is an effective method to remove large amounts of hair at one time. It is a long-lasting method. Hair in waxed areas will not grow back for two to eight weeks. When hair is shaved or removed by depilatory cream , the hair is removed at the surface rather than the root . Within a few days, the hair can be seen at the surface. With these methods, hair tends to grow back in a rough stubble. Areas that are repeatedly waxed over long periods of time often exhibit regrowth that is softer.
Waxing is not permanent. Visit our Permanent Hair Reduction page for more information
Another drawback of waxing is that some people experience ingrown hairs , red bumps, and minor bleeding. This is more likely to occur when waxing areas with thick hair, especially the first few times when follicles are strongest. While usually impossible to eliminate, ingrown hairs can be reduced by regularly exfoliating and through Permanent Reduction methods such as IPL.
More information can be viewed on our Permanent Hair Reduction page
