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Many people confuse such concepts as "hair removal" and "depilation". In the first case, the hairs are removed from the root, as a result of which the result lasts up to 4 weeks. In the second, the hairs are “cut off” from the skin surface without affecting the follicles. Razor and depilatory cream are a thing of the past. Modern girls are not ready to spend time on daily removal of unwanted hair, so they use wax. With proper procedure, the skin will remain soft and not irritated, the main thing is not to allow gross errors.
Benefits of waxing
- with timely removal of hairs become softer;
- availability;
- price policy;
- the possibility of carrying out the procedure at home;
- small time costs;
- suitable for hairs of any structure and length;
- long lasting effect (up to 4 weeks);
- slower hair growth and thickness;
- does not cause itching and irritation on the skin when used properly.
Disadvantages of waxing
- soreness of the procedure;
- wax removes even invisible hairs that later begin to darken;
- the inability to get rid of short hairs (less than 4 mm.);
- after removal, there is often blood on the skin and small leaks appear.
Contraindications for waxing
- diabetes;
- chronic infectious diseases;
- phlebeurysm;
- component allergy;
- exacerbation of diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- cuts, scratches, rashes, papillomas, warts, hanging moles on skin areas in the epilation zone.
Waxing technology
The wax is heated and applied to a pre-cleaned and degreased area, leave for a few minutes. The molten composition partially penetrates the skin. After the time the wax hardens, tightly enveloping the hairs. Then it is removed with a sharp movement or folded into an envelope, due to which the hair is removed from the root, allowing you to save a long-lasting effect.The result depends on the individual characteristics and the rate of follicle formation. As a rule, waxing lasts from 2 to 5 weeks.
Types of wax
- Cold wax The most painful and ineffective composition. It is used to remove excess vegetation in the area of the armpits, bikini, face and abdomen in women. Hair removal on a cold cycle takes more time, because the hairs are not removed the first time. We have to repeat the procedure several times, thereby irritating the skin. A plus technique can be considered hair removal from 1 to 3 mm.
- Warm wax. The most optimal method of hair removal at home. The composition of a quarter consists of moisturizing ingredients that soothe the skin. The tool is made from cosmetic beeswax, softener and pine resin. The price of warm wax is slightly higher, it comes in the form of a roller or in a can, due to which it gently removes all hairs. The product is suitable for absolutely all zones, ranging from deep bikini and ending with the face. Epilation is practically painless, the hairs after the procedure do not grow into the skin. Warm wax is hygienic and easy to use.
- Hot wax. The tool is used in the cabin and requires a certain skill. Hot wax is removed by hand and only in the form of an envelope. The procedure is slow and painful, because there is an extraction of each hair follicle. For waxing with hot wax, you need a special device that keeps the temperature at the same level. The cost of equipment is high, so the technique is rarely used at home. If elementary rules are not followed, you can get a serious burn. The method is not suitable for people with high edema and varicose veins.
Waxing at home
Necessary materials: epilation strips; warm wax; cotton swabs; baby talc without fragrances or with chamomile; paper towels; antiseptic for sensitive skin; blade for application with heat indicator; tweezers; cream against hair ingrowth into the skin.
- One day before the procedure, clean the skin with a scrub or peeling to lift the hairs and pull them out of the skin.
- Before an immediate hair removal test for an allergic reaction.Preheat the wax in the microwave according to the instructions, scoop a little money on the spatula. Apply the composition to your wrists and wait 5 minutes. After the expiration date, remove with warm water or a napkin, evaluate possible irritation. In the absence of such, safely proceed to the procedure.
- Cut 3 strips for epilation into thin rectangular pieces approximately 3 cm wide. Put them on a clean paper towel, place tweezers next to them.
- Remove the cover from the wax and place it in the microwave on the edge of the moving dish, and not in the middle. Read the instructions on how much power to warm the composition. Set the required temperature and holding time (about 3 minutes).
- After the composition has melted, mix it with a spatula. Pull it out and look at the indicator. If it is red, the wax should be cooled, if it is blue or green - the composition is ready for use. Put the wax in a pan of hot water to maintain the temperature throughout the procedure.
- Treat your skin with a disinfectant, applying it with a cosmetic tampon. Wait until dry. Cover the areas with baby talcum powder, spread it evenly over the surface, rubbing it into the epilation zone. Remember to sanitize your hands if you are not wearing gloves.
- Scoop up some wax on the spatula, apply to the area to be treated according to hair growth. Do not cover the entire area at once, otherwise the removal will be very painful. Immediately put a strip on the applied wax on the epilation and press it well, wait 2 minutes.
- While in the first section the means hardens, do the same with the second section. Also apply wax on hair growth, press down with a strip and leave for 2 minutes.
- After the deadline, proceed to the withdrawal. With your free hand, squeeze the skin so that it does not pull off. Count to three and with a sharp movement tear off the strip against hair growth. Immediately press the treated area with your hands to reduce pain.
- Evaluate the result, if there are not removed hairs, pull them out with tweezers. Repeat the manipulations with each section of the plot in the same sequence. It is allowed to reapply wax, but not more than 2 times. If there are loose hairs, remove them only with tweezers.
- After the procedure, the remaining wax is easily washed off with warm water. Do not do this toilet soap, it is better to use a delicate gel or cosmetic tissue.
- Once again, treat the area of epilation with antiseptic, then apply olive oil, leave for 30 minutes. Remove excess with a cotton pad and cover the skin with depilation agent. Even an ordinary aftershave cream that prevents hair ingrowth will do.
After a successful procedure, you can not sunbathe in the sun or in the solarium the next day. Not recommended as a visit to the pool, sauna and bath. Get special products that slow down hair growth.
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