Waxing Kits for At-Home Hair Removal
Using a waxing kit at home to remove hair from arms, legs,
bikini area, chest and face can save you time and money. Waxing takes more
preparation time than shaving, but the results usually last two weeks. To
perfect waxing at home takes practice and patience. The pain lessens as you wax
more and the hair follicles decrease in sizeAt-home waxing kits can be very
effective at removing hair, and are a great alternative to shaving; however,
the waxing process itself can be rather “annoying” for many people. If you plan on doing large areas of the body,
you can count on making several trips to the microwave to re-warm the wax, so
you better clear your schedule for at least an hour because this method of hair
removal is definitely high maintenance.
Waxing Instructions
Most beauty supply stores will have everything you need to
start waxing from home—The waxing kit, strips of cotton or cheese cloth, and
moisturizing products for post-treatment.
If you want to treat smaller areas like the upper lip, a facial waxing
kit usually includes a small spatula for even distribution of the wax that is
melted in the microwave before application.For hot waxing treatments, the wax
is applied directly to the skin in the direction of the hair growth. A strip of cloth is then applied, smoothed
down with the hand, and pulled from the skin in the opposite direction of the
hair growth. Cold wax treatments are
applied in a similar way, but the strips are ready to use, pre-coated with wax
or a sugaring substance, and are usually best for facial, underarm and bikini
areas.
Popular At-Home Waxing Kits
White at-home waxing is still considerably cheaper than
going to the salon, some waxing kits can be expensive and the price adds up
over time. So your choice will depend on
the area you want to treat, and your budget.
Side Effects of Waxing at Home
· Pain (Don’t say we didn’t warn you! Waxing can be painful depending on the type
of product, the sensitivity level of the skin, and how well the user adheres to
the instructions)
· Irritation/Rash
· Redness/Swelling
· Bruising
· Broken Skin
· Ingrown Hairs
Instructions:
Step1: Exfoliate the skin about one or two days before you
intend to wax at home. This will bring small hairs to the surface and ensure a
slower re growth.
Step2: Grow or trim the hair to a quarter inch before
opening the wax kit. Use a small pair of scissors to trim, making sure not to
injure yourself. On the other hand, wait to wax if the hair isn't at least a
quarter inch long.
Step3: Make sure the area is clean and dry. Use baby powder
on the area to ensure dryness.
Step4: Heat the wax, if necessary, either on the stove in a
pot full of water or in the microwave. Follow the kit manufacturer's
recommendations carefully. Under or overheating can slow down or ruin the whole
procedure.
Step5: Apply the wax to the desired area as directed. Common
methods include a roll-on container or using a wooden or plastic spatula to
spread the wax evenly over the skin. Put on a single muslin strip, following
the direction of hair growth. Smooth a hand over the strip a few times, pushing
in the direction of the growth.
Step6 Pull the strip (or the wax, if stripless) off in the
opposite direction of the hair growth. Check the strip to make sure you're
getting the roots of the hair.
Home Waxing Tips :
Once you have the wax applied to your skin, and the strip
laid on top of it, rub firmly in the direction you applied the wax. This will
help the wax adhere to the hairs. Don't wait too long though, or the wax will
cool too much. Pull the skin below the area taut and tear the strip off in the
opposite direction that you applied it. Do it quickly! Slow removal doesn't
work and it prolongs the pain. Once you've removed the strip, apply pressure to
the area immediately with your palms or fingers. This will help alleviate pain
in the area. Apply the wax for your next section, trying not to overlap the
previously waxed skin. Never wax the same area more than twice in one
treatment.
Waxing Aftercare Tips
Use a moist, warm towel to get rid of any excess wax.
Avoid sun exposure to the treated areas for at least 48
hours, and always use sunscreen.
Avoid wearing tight fitting clothes/underwear that would rub
or irritate the treated skin.
Always do a test patch first before fully treating your
skin. You never know how your skin will
react to waxing and it’s better to be safe than sorry.
After 24 hours, exfoliate the skin to make sure wax or dead
skin does not clog the pores, resulting in ingrown hairs.
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