Waxing

Waxing is a popular method for removing unwanted hair. It considerably reduces hair growth, if done on a permanent basis. Waxing can be done at home or at the beauty salon. You can wax your arms and legs or go for a full body wax. You need to exercise extra caution during facial waxing. Waxing is effective in reducing hair growth as it removes the hair, right from the roots.

Waxing Procedure

• You must first clean the portion of the skin that is to be waxed.
• Dab powder to smoothen the area and minimize oil secretions.
• Next, apply a smooth layer of wax with a blunt knife or spatula.
• Place a thick strip of cloth on the wax and press down firmly.
• Pull off the cloth in the opposite direction of hair growth.
• Apply ice cubes and a soothing lotion after the waxing is complete. This is done to reduce skin inflammations and pain.

Waxing Tips

Hot wax and cold wax are available in jars at beauty salons and shops. However, you can also make your own body wax by mixing sugar and lemon and boiling it in water.

Try to use a cold wax instead of a hot wax for facial waxing. You must remember that waxing should never be done on the eyelid portion or on the foot soles and the palms of the hands. Also, Hollywood or Brazilian waxing, which involves removal of hair from the genital regions, should best be done by a beauty care professional.