Epilation with wax at home



Waxing (waxing) is one of the most popular and effective ways to remove unwanted hairs. Even ancient Egyptian beauties got rid of hair on the body with the help of sticky viscous mass. Hot wax and resin were removed by the hair of the ancient Russian princess Olga.

Modern wax is an improved cosmetic product which, thanks to special additives, allows you to get rid of even thick and stiff hairs on any part of the body, including the armpit and bikini area .

The advantages of waxing are obvious: thanks to its ease of use, it can be used at home, in addition, it is inexpensive, fast and safe. With regular waxing (once every 2-3 weeks), the hairs weaken become less and less.

Wax Epilation Options

For home waxing, two kinds of wax are usually used: hard (hot) or soft (warm).

Hot wax for epilation . The composition of hot wax is resin or oil products. Also here add vegetable or lemon oil. As a result, the mass does not spread and does not strongly adhere to the skin.

Epilation with hot wax is less painful. Due to the fact that the mass heats the skin and opens the pores, the hairs are removed more easily, and the pain is practically not felt. Hot wax is great for epilation of sensitive areas - underarms and bikinis.

Soft (warm) wax . The composition of soft wax includes resin and softeners. For waxing at home, warm wax is produced in cans or roll cassettes. The procedure for hair removal is quite simple: the wax is heated in special heaters according to the instructions, then applied to the skin in the direction of hair growth. Top of the overlay special strips, which after hardening of the mass tear against the growth of hair. Remains of wax are easily removed from the body with any cosmetic oil that simultaneously soothes and moisturizes the skin.

In addition to the above types of wax today you can buy a ready-made composition for wax epilation with a variety of fruit additives. It can be essential oils, vanilla, chocolate, jasmine, etc.

How to do waxing?

Epilation with wax at home will have a good effect only if the length of the treated hair is from 5 mm to 1 cm.

1. Before the epilation, the skin area to be treated should be washed and wiped dry with a towel. Do not lubricate the skin before waxing with cream or oil, otherwise the procedure will not work. The skin should be low-fat, it can be powdered with a special powder without talcum powder to remove excess fat and facilitate the removal of wax from the skin.

2. Preheat the wax to the consistency of liquid honey according to the instructions. The temperature of the wax should be within 38-42 degrees. Avoid burns! Before applying the wax, check its temperature.

3. Now apply the wax with a spatula on a small area of ​​the skin in the direction of hair growth. On the top, press a special epilation strip from fabric or paper.

4. After a couple of minutes, when the wax solidifies (but does not harden at all!), Sharply pull the strip against the growth of the hair, while the other hand hold the skin. All! Extra hairs stiffened with wax and were removed. Now your skin will be smooth for 2-3 weeks.

How to remove the wax after hair removal?

To remove the wax residue from the body, moisten the cotton ball in any cosmetic or vegetable oil and lightly rub it on the skin.

After waxing, the skin should be soothed and irritated with a special lotion or spray. It is recommended to treat the skin with a means to slow down growth, chiri prevent the subsequent ingrowth of hair .

After wax epilation

The skin after waxing requires special care. Treat it with a special lotion that slows down the growth of hair. This will prevent ingrown hair, and also keep your skin smooth for a longer period.

Remember that during the day after hair removal, you can not visit the sauna or sauna, apply perfume and cosmetics to the skin to avoid skin irritation. It is also recommended to refrain from sunbathing in the solarium and in the sun for 1-2 days.

It is necessary to know that the method of wax epilation despite its simplicity and safety, still has some contraindications:

- Diseases or skin damages, rashes, warts, moles, herpes, etc .;

- individual intolerance of components (allergy);

- diabetes mellitus, infectious diseases;

- Varicose disease (with hot wax epilation).