Wax epilation
Women have struggled with the growth of unwanted hair at all times, and more than enough methods have been invented for this. In today's article, we will talk about one of the oldest and most proven methods - waxing or waxing.
Waxing, or as some women call it wax epilation, is an ideal option for those young ladies who are tired of practicing with a razor or an epilator, and they have not yet dared to laser hair removal.
If you experience symptoms of an illness, please consult a doctor.
Is waxing as perfect as it is written about?
In general, the effectiveness of the procedure ranges from 2 weeks to 1 month. No one will tell you the exact term, as it completely depends on the characteristics of your body, the pace and intensity of hair growth.
Another important point is that after such a procedure hairs grow back thinner and lighter. Therefore, those women who suffer from dark, thick hair on their arms or legs should think about it. By the way, there are no restrictions for waxing. It is used to remove hair on the legs, arms, upper lip, bikini area and underarms. What is true in the last two cases, it is necessary to take into account the level of the pain threshold.
Waxing in salons Or is it worth paying more?
Today, the Internet is literally full of posts like: "Waxing at home is no worse than salon waxing." Of course, no one forbids you to try and you may have a fairly decent result (because there will definitely not be an ideal result the first time). However, as sad experience shows, more often than not home experiments end quite badly. For example, when wax strips are applied unevenly and ingrown hairs remain between them, which then need to be fertilized with a razor. With hot wax, the situation is even worse - reddened skin, burns in some places, not to mention the fact that in the process you will be covered in wax from head to toe. Therefore, do not spare money for your loved ones and go to a specialist. Although again, this is your personal matter.
Behind the door of the cosmetology office...
For those who have decided to wax their legs, bikini or any other part of their body for the first time, it is very important to know how the procedure works. So, let's talk.
If you have come for the procedure for the first time, the cosmetologist will most likely determine whether there are any contraindications and how low your pain threshold is. By the way, be prepared for the fact that the first hair removal can be somewhat unpleasant, and the skin will experience slight irritation, which will disappear literally in a day. With each subsequent procedure, the reaction to epilation will decrease as the body gets used to it. Now about the procedure itself. Here it is worth noting that it largely depends on which wax, warm or hot, the specialist uses.
Warm wax
Before the start of the procedure, the skin is disinfected and degreased with the help of modern cosmetic products. Next, a thin layer of warm wax is applied to the skin with a special wide spatula, and strictly according to hair growth. To remove hairs, a special strip is glued on, which is tightly pressed to the skin, and then it is pulled off with one sharp movement.
Importantly! The strip begins to be torn off from the place of the beginning of application, strictly parallel to the surface of the skin. At the end of the work, the remains of the wax are removed from the skin, and it is treated with a special oil.
Useful advice: epilation of intimate areas and underarms is best done 3-5 days after the end of menstruation, as the natural pain threshold increases during these days. But during ovulation and a few days before menstruation, it is better to refrain from this procedurе.
Care recommendations
Immediately after waxing, you should buy a cream that slows down hair growth. Also, in the next 24 hours after the procedure, you should refrain from using deodorants, powders, talc, self-tanning, and cosmetics. In addition, give up visiting the solarium and the beach for a few days. It is very good to do peeling starting from 5-7 days after the procedure, it can protect you from hair growth.
Contraindications:
Waxing should be avoided if you:
- suffer from varicose veins;
- you have inflammatory and purulent skin diseases in the treatment area, pink acne;
- you have moles and warts at the epilation site;
- take anticoagulants and antidiabetic drugs;
- have diseases of the endocrine system;
- Peeling was done less than 2 weeks ago.
TOP of the most common questions about waxing
- What should be the optimal hair length for hair removal? The best option is 3-5 mm.
- Is it possible to remove hair with wax during pregnancy? So many mothers-to-be undergo this procedure before giving birth. It is completely safe and will not harm you or your baby.
- What to do if there is irritation? As a rule, such irritation disappears on its own within a day, to speed up this process, apply a soothing, moisturizing cream to the area.
- What is better sugaring or waxing? They have the same hair removal mechanism. The results and duration of hair growth are also similar. So it's up to you. It's a matter of taste.
- How long does the effect of waxing last? Legs remain smooth for 2-4 weeks.
Where to do wax epilation in Lviv?
LeoDerm cosmetology clinic offers its services. Experienced staff, modernly furnished cosmetology offices, European-level services and prices that will please your wallet await you here. Call and make an appointment now is the time!