The A-Z of Bikini Waxing With Hot Wax
Introduction
There is no doubt that with regard to hair removal, the longer the hair is gone the better. This is why many people turn to waxing. Not only is it among the easiest but also one of the longer lasting methods to remove hair. Also, if you wax more, you will have much less hair re-growth. Hot wax is quickly becoming a favourite for many and in most cases, it is what is on offer when you order for a bikini wax. In this article, we tell you why there is too much fuss about hot wax as well as the type that suits you best.
How hot wax differs from strip wax
Unlike strip wax which is removed using a strip cloth, hot wax tends to stiffen on the skin, which means that it is capable of being peeled off fast to get rid of the hairs. Hot wax holds on to the hairs instead of the sticking to your skin like strip wax, and is the perfect way to remove coarser hair like that found in the bikini line and the underarms. Another thing is that, since hot wax only clings to your hairs, it won’t hurt the way a strip wax does.
How hot waxing works
The reason hot wax is effective is for the simple reason that it is hot. The heat makes your pores as well as the hair follicles to open up and make it a lot easier to remove hair. There are many types of bikini waxes and these include scented rose wax and hot chocolate wax. Other types of waxing even have additional ingredients that are beneficial to your skin. You can talk to your therapist to advise you on the most appropriate wax to use.
Preparing for your bikini waxing session
Prior to your waxing, especially if you want a full bikini wax, you need to avoid applying any body oil on the day of waxing. Three days prior to waxing, it is best to exfoliate the part to be waxed to make the hair ready for waxing.
To minimise the pain, just take some paracetamol. Also, be relaxed before going in and avoid keeping yourself tense. Contrary to what many people think, it is not a must to trim before your waxing session. Your waxer will trim if it is required and continue with waxing part later. It is best to get waxing done after every 4 weeks.
Avoiding ingrown hairs
There are times when bikini waxing results to ingrown hairs, also known as lumps and bumps. While these blighters eventually work themselves out, you can always ask your therapist to assist you with the stubborn ones. Just like most things, prevention is a lot better than cure. Therefore, try to exfoliate the area that has been waxed at least once every week.
Also, it is best to avoid shaving the waxed area since it can re-strengthen the roots, thereby sabotaging all your efforts to decrease hair re-growth.
Hot wax is suitable for:
• Male waxing
• Underarms
• Bikini line
