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You may not be able to control where and how fast your body hairs grow, but you have options on how to get rid of them for that perfect summer body! At one point or the other, you might have heard people debate over which is better between waxing or shaving.<\/p>\n

Well, this article is not going to do a comparison of both, rather, we would talk in detail about what waxing is and all you need to know about it. Read along!<\/p>\n

What is Waxing?<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Waxing is simply a more extensive way of removing hair from the skin follicles. A sticky patch (wax) is applied directly on the skin, which when pulled off, peels off hairs from the root. This process has been in existence as way back as the 3000 BC with the Egyptian women.<\/p>\n

Benefits of Waxing<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Asides the fact that it helps you get rid of the unwanted hairs on your skin, you may wonder why you should choose waxing over shaving. Let\u2019s talk about some of the benefits of waxing!<\/p>\n

Smooth and Silkier Skin
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Since waxing removes the hair from the root, you would have a very much smooth and silk skin. One that would be free from after-shave bumps or roughness.<\/p>\n

Finer and Sparce Hair<\/h5>\n

The hair follicles get thinner and weaker when you consistently wax. Hence, the hair produced from these follicles are not only thinner but also scanty which makes it feel like you do not even have hairs.<\/p>\n

Slower Hair Regrowth<\/h5>\n

Though the regrowth of hair differs from person to person, it usually takes 2-4 weeks, with waxing, you do not need to worry about new hairs on your skin for at least 5-6 weeks. Overtime, waxing reduces the ability of the follicles to produce hair because they get weakened after each time you wax. Eventually, the overall turn-out of hair is reduced.<\/p>\n

Gentle Skin Exfoliation<\/h5>\n

The skin reproduces new cells every 25-30 days and as such, older cells on the skin need to be removed. Through waxing, you not only get your skin rid of the hair, but the skin is also mildly exfoliated. Leaving your skin feeling fresher, cleaner, and smoother!<\/p>\n

Zero Cuts or Itch<\/h5>\n

There are no sharps or razors used in waxing so there\u2019s no need to be scared about having cuts during the process. Also, with waxing you do not experience anything like itches if the right products are used!<\/p>\n

Faster and Efficient<\/h5>\n

Waxing is a very fast procedure. All it takes is placing the wax on the desired surface and then pulling off.<\/p>\n

Is Waxing Better Than Shaving?<\/span><\/strong><\/h5>\n

The list of waxing benefits could go on and on but let\u2019s pause and compare it to shaving too.<\/p>\n

First let\u2019s differentiate between shaving and waxing using a table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
<\/td>\nShaving<\/strong><\/td>\nWaxing<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Process<\/strong><\/td>\nUse of razors to remove superficial hairs<\/td>\nUse of wax to remove hairs from the follicles<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Durability of results <\/strong><\/td>\n4-7 days<\/td>\n5-6 weeks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Comfort in process<\/strong><\/td>\nNo pain<\/td>\nPainful<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Skin Type<\/strong><\/td>\nSuitable for all skin types<\/td>\nNot suitable for all skin types<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Possible Side Effects<\/strong><\/td>\nItching, Cuts, Folliculitis<\/td>\nInflammation, infection<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hair Length<\/strong><\/td>\nSuitable for any length<\/td>\n\u00bd to \u00bc inches<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Covering areas<\/strong><\/td>\nLager areas<\/td>\nCan reach corners and smaller areas<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cost<\/strong><\/td>\nCheaper<\/td>\nMore expensive<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Both waxing and shaving have their pros and cons. However, the choice between waxing and shaving still boils down to your preference.<\/p>\n

Nonetheless, waxing is a great option if you\u2019re going to consider the results it has on the skin.<\/p>\n

Is It Safe to Wax At Home?<\/h4>\n

Of course, nobody must get an extra hand or an instruction manual to shave but it\u2019s quite different with waxing. Hence, the question, is it safe to do waxing at home<\/a>?<\/p>\n

Waxing can be done at home easily and successfully if the instructions are followed properly and as much as possible, that infection control techniques are maintained.<\/p>\n

As a matter of fact, a kit can be used for more than one session, which makes it more cost effective to wax at home. And just like with every other thing, the more you wax by yourself, the better you are at doing it.<\/p>\n

Nonetheless, the risks following waxing include rashes, infection, possibly in-growth hair, if not done properly. The chances of these happening are reduced when waxing is done by a professional and the right materials\/products are used.<\/p>\n

On this note, it is highly recommended that you have your waxing done by wax specialist when you ring in the best home salon.<\/p>\n

Dos and Don\u2019ts of Waxing<\/span><\/h5>\n

Whether you\u2019re going to be doing it yourself or you would be going to a spa for it, it is important that you know the rules that apply to waxing. So that you can tell when the aesthetician is doing it correctly or not and you can also guide yourself while you\u2019re at it.<\/p>\n

Do’s of waxing<\/h5>\n
Be Prepared<\/h5>\n

Well, you need as much mental preparation as you need to physically prepare. Being prepared helps to relief the tension a little bit and make the process less painful. Make sure your hair is at least 2mm long.<\/p>\n

Exfoliate<\/h5>\n

Before or after waxing, it is important to exfoliate your skin. Exfoliation before waxing helps to reduce the dead skin cells allowing the wax to have easy access to the hair follicles. It also helps to reduce the bacterial load on the skin, hence reducing the risk for infection.<\/p>\n

Take a Warm Bath Before and Moisturize After<\/h5>\n

Having a warm bath prior to waxing helps to open the pores and makes them more open for the wax to pick the hairs from.<\/p>\n

After waxing, it is important to use a water-based moisturizer to keep the waxed areas hydrated, smooth and moisturized.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019ts of waxing<\/h5>\n