Wax hair removal can remove excess body hair in one go, and it is loved by many people. However, many people who buy wax do not know how to use it effectively for hair removal. Let's take a look at how to use wax for hair removal.
Preparation before wax hair removal
One week before wax hair removal, moisturize
We know that softer body hair is easier to pull out, so start moisturizing the hair removal area one week before using wax. This can effectively nourish and soften the body hair. Stop moisturizing the day before hair removal.
Exfoliate one day before wax hair removal
Use body exfoliator one day before wax hair removal to remove the dead skin cells in the hair removal area. This will expose the body hair better and improve the effectiveness of wax hair removal.
Oil absorption one minute before wax hair removal
One minute before using wax for hair removal, clean the hair removal area, then dry it and use a body powder to remove residual moisture and oil.
Methods for wax hair removal
After preparing for wax hair removal, you can follow the steps below to perform wax hair removal.
1. Take a spoonful of wax for hair removal and evenly spread it on a strip of cloth. Note that you don't need to apply it too thick, just a thin and even layer. If the wax is too hard, you can heat it before use.
2. Stick the strip of cloth in the direction of hair growth and then pull it off in the opposite direction. When tearing, make sure to pull at a 180-degree angle and do it as quickly as possible. Do not tear in a 90-degree direction.
3. After tearing off the strip of cloth, clean the wax with warm water and then proceed with further care.
If you are using wax paper for hair removal, you should follow the method below:
Carefully tear open the wax paper, place the side with wax on the area to be depilated, smooth it along the direction of hair growth, then press the skin with one hand, and with the other hand, quickly and decisively tear off the wax paper.
Post-wax hair removal care
After wax hair removal, you can use anti-hair gel to help prevent inflammation such as folliculitis. In addition, you can use a toner to shrink the pores after wax hair removal to prevent the skin from becoming rough. After wax hair removal, avoid exposing the hair removal area to cold water to prevent bacterial invasion and skin discomfort.
Precautions for wax hair removal
When performing wax hair removal, if you have sensitive skin, you can use anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor before hair removal to avoid skin allergies or even inflammation caused by wax hair removal. Also, if you are using tretinoin, avoid wax hair removal at the same time.
