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Out of the many discovered ways of hair removals today, waxing hair removal is still the preferred method. The many benefits it brings is incomparable to what the rest have to offer.

1. It’s not expensive

2. It’s convenient

3. It lasts for as long as two months

But aside from these benefits, there are also other questions that always bother the minds of those who are considering waxing. Consider these answers to your questions:

How is waxing hair removal done?

A thin amount of special wax is spread over the skin. After which, a cloth strip is pressed on the top of the applied area. With a quick movement, it is then ripped of the skin, removing the was along with hair and dead skin cells, which leave the skin smooth.

What’s the difference between hot waxes and cold waxes?

Hot wax is what is commonly used in spas and salons. They melt a little over teh body temperature. This is why it is not uncomfortable for the person being waxed, and it is also easier to spread it thinly over the skin. Once this hardens, hair is trapped in the wax, and the hair is pulled along with the strip.

Cold wax is what comes in pre-coated strips which can be directly pressed on the skin. Otherwise known as Persian waxing, the coated strips immediately sticks to the hair, which are then removed with a quick pull back action.

What effect does waxing hair removal have on the skin?

Aside from getting rid of unwanted hair, waxing is also great for exfoliation, or removing dead skin cells. The result after waxing is smoother skin you cannot get from merely shaving. Waxing may also cause the skin to sting right after. In this case, you need somethng to soothe it. There are also some who have some negative reaction towaxing like bumps and redness that often disappear after a few hours.

Are there any health precautions to keep in mind with waxing hair removal?

There are a few special precautions for hair wax removal. Physicians discourage patients with diabetes, varicose veins, or poor blood circulations from undergoing this procedure because they are easily susceptible to infections.

People who use Retin-A, Differin, Renova or Accutane are also discouraged from waxing their face. These types of medications weakens the skin. In worse conditions, waxing may result to the tearing of the skin when the wax is removed.

Waxing is also not to be done on areas with moles, warts, pimples, rashes, or skin with any irritation. Sun burnt or chapped skin should not be waxed.

On what body areas wax be used?

For first timers, it is best to wax a small area at first. However, waxing is generally safe on most parts of the body. The only exceptions are the eyelashes, male genitals and nipples, the insides of the ears and nose.

How long before hair reappears?

The general time is around 3 weeks to two months. But after which, less or finer hair regrows until eventually, majority of the hair never regrows.

How can the pain or discomfort be minimized?

The simplest way to minimize the discomfort is to press on the skin hard, right after the waxing strip is pulled off. This should be done immediately once the strip is pulled off. Just press down hard with the cushion of the finger, or for larger areas, the palm.

Another way to minize possibility of swellig or irritation is through rubbing ice over the area. There are also some special gels available in salons that would help soothe stings from waxing.

Jen Hopkins has worked in the skin care industry for years. She maintains websites about waxing for men, and hair removal wax. If you want to contact her, you can use the contact form at one of her sites.

- Jen Hopkins