Unwanted hairs on the body are eliminated in many ways. Waxing is a common method that eliminates this problem. The procedure can be performed in the salon and at home. In the latter case, it is necessary to follow the recommendations, without which the work cannot go smoothly. About waxing at home is described in the article.
According to the temperature regime, wax can be warm, hot, cold. Depending on this, the work process also differs. Which wax is better to use and how to wax at home will be described below.
Warm wax
This composition has almost no contraindications, so it is often performed at home. Such hair removal can be carried out by every woman, no matter what level of training she has. Warm wax is the most expensive, as it is created in the form of roller cassettes, which makes application much easier.
But the product is not enough for a long period. The cost of waxing at home is almost the same as in the salon when it is carried out by a master. Often after this, the effect of "ingrown" occurs, increasing with each procedure.
Cold
This tool does not burn, which is an important advantage. Wax is produced in strips, on which the composition is distributed in an even layer over the entire surface. The composition is often used to eliminate hairs in the armpits, on the legs. This is how bikini waxing is done at home.
The procedure is painful, blood spots often appear after the removal of the follicle from the epidermis. The downside is the length of the process. It takes a lot of time, since the vegetation is completely eliminated only 3-4 times. The session is exhausting and very troublesome to do at home.
Hot
This is a common method for removing vegetation. It is used in the salon and at home. Hot wax is an excellent substitute for sugaring. When performed correctly, it is painful, but not in the same way as with a warm or cold cycle. There is almost no effect of ingrown hairs, the result lasts for a long time. Thanks to the hot composition, the skin is steamed in advance, which facilitates the process.
Hot wax hair removal at home is performed for the deep bikini area, legs, armpits, face. The complexity of the procedure lies in the preparation of the product: you need to maintain the temperature by heating the composition withusing a water bath or microwave.
But the problem disappears after 1 treatment, only 1 hour preparation is needed. Hot wax is sold in jars, there is also a wooden spatula with a temperature controller. If all the rules are followed, the risk of burns is minimal.
Wax selection
Before waxing deep bikini, legs, underarms at home, you need to choose the right wax. Now many products are sold for such procedures, but not every one of them can be used independently. For example, it is better not to choose hot wax for home use, as it is better to heat it up on special equipment.
But warm wax will do. It is intended for home use. To warm it up, you need a cassette or a can. A thermostat is located in the tank, which controls the heating and helps prevent severe overheating. The wax is available in special cassettes with a roller attachment for easy application.
If cassette wax is used, then cassettes, epilation paper, cosmetic oil are needed. Waxers can be wired or wireless. There are hypoallergenic waxes that melt perfectly and are safe. For the home, cold wax is suitable, which is applied to strips of paper and is convenient to use.
Advantages and disadvantages
Waxing at home has the following advantages:
- Hot wax does not irritate when properly applied.
- After a month of treatments, the effect of ingrown hairs disappears.
- Vegetation does not appear intense, it will be softer and lighter.
- The effect lasts for 3-5 weeks.
- You can apply the composition for hair of different structure.
- Procedures are easy to do on your own.
- Component availability and pricing.
Thanks to these advantages, many women prefer to choose this type of treatment. But, like any other procedure, waxing has its drawbacks:
- Risk of bleeding.
- Pain during procedure.
- Difficulty removing hairs up to 3 mm long.
- Wax allows you to get rid of the "fluff", which darkens over time.
Before carrying out the procedure, you should weigh the pros and cons. But usually great results are expected when performed correctly.
Features
After entering the hair follicle, the wax envelops it. So with the removal of a hair, the hairs are removed from the root. New vegetation appears after 1.5-2.5 months, even if the treatment is performed for the first time.
Some women don't choose wax just because of the pain. If you follow the instructions, then there will be no discomfort. The procedure at home is practically no different from the salon. But experts recommend that it be carried out for the first time in a beauty parlor. Only after observing the work of a specialist will it be easier to do everything at home.
When you can'tspend?
Waxing at home should not be performed with skin formations - moles, papillomas, warts, scars, rashes and cuts. Also, it should not be carried out at:
- heart disease, unstable pressure;
- component intolerance;
- diabetes;
- varicose veins;
- infection.
In these cases, it is advisable to consult a specialist. He will tell you which method of hair removal is suitable.
What is required?
Before waxing legs or other parts of the body at home, prepare materials and tools. This will require the presence of:
- paper napkins;
- wax;
- cotton strips;
- cosmetic discs;
- tweezers;
- talcum powder with chamomile and fragrance free;
- disinfectant;
- rubber or silicone gloves;
- care lotion after hair removal;
- wood spatula with temperature indicator.
Having all the tools will help to perform the procedure correctly and taking into account safety rules. Then a positive result is expected.
Preparation
Proper waxing at home involves preparation:
- It should be checked that the length of the hair suits the requirements. It should be 4-7 mm. If there is a discrepancy, cut off the excess or, conversely, wait a while.
- 5 hours beforeprocedure is to take a hot bath. You should also make a scrub of coffee grounds and shower gel, wipe the skin. This simple method will get rid of dead skin cells, eliminate ingrown hairs.
- The skin is treated with an antiseptic to degrease areas and protect against infection. The tweezers should be disinfected.
- We need to warm up some wax and test for possible allergies. It should be carried out on the wrist with a spatula, distributing the product in 1 mm thick, wait ¼ hour. Then you need to wash off the wax or remove it with olive oil. It is important to evaluate the result. If there are no negative reactions, you can proceed to the next step.
- You will need 5 wide epilation strips. They are cut across to obtain pieces 2-4 cm wide. Nearby you need to lay a paper napkin, put tweezers and prepared segments on it.
- You can start preparing the composition. It is necessary to remove the lid from the wax jar and remove the film. The microwave must be turned on at medium power, put the container on the edge of the plate. The timer should be set for 2.5 minutes.
- Then you need to get the product, mix it. Wax should be like honey of medium consistency. You can use only a homogeneous composition without lumps. Otherwise, the jar should be put in the microwave for another half a minute.
- The spatula is lowered into the mixture, the color of the indicator is evaluated. Wax can be applied if the color is blue or green labeled Yes. With a red indicator, the composition must be cooled.
- It is necessary to take a pot that retains heat. It needs to be addedboiled water, put the jar inside. It is important that the drops do not penetrate the wax, otherwise there will be no result.
Performing procedure
How to do waxing at home? The procedure is based on the following steps:
- Gloves should be worn. If the skin has been degreased, it is covered with talcum powder. The product is applied to the hand, and then rubbed. The remains should be removed with a paper towel.
- The spatula should be lowered into the wax, soak the convex part, remove the excess from the edges of the jar. It is necessary to evenly cover the skin in the direction of hair growth, without capturing the entire surface. Wax is applied to a small area of skin (4 cm long, 5 cm wide). The composition is pressed with a strip. You need to wait a few minutes.
- After the wax hardens, it can be removed. It is necessary to press the skin with your free hand, take the edge of the strip and pull sharply against the growth of hairs. To reduce soreness, firmly press the area with your hand.
- Hairs are not always completely removed, as they have different lengths. Then you need tweezers for plucking.
- Then the waxing is repeated. You should wait and remove it again with strips. Hot wax should not be used more than 1 time in 1 place, so the procedure should be carried out with high quality.
- After removing all the hairs, remove the remaining wax with a cotton pad treated with vegetable oil. The product is able to soothe the skin and prevent irritation. It is necessary to take a shower and treat the skin with a cream after epilation to protect against ingrown.
This is how waxing bikini, legs, underarms is done at home. Compliance with all stages will eliminate the manifestation of negative reactions.
After the procedure, inflammation may appear. To eliminate it, you need to use simple and effective means. Spray or cream "Panthenol" will do. If it is absent, a cream with calendula, chamomile or aloe will do. You can also use any cream or vegetable oil mixed with tea tree oil or aloe juice. The composition is applied to the skin. Any of these remedies will remove red dots in the place of the eliminated hairs.
Care
After waxing the bikini area, legs, and armpits at home, care must be taken, as this procedure is considered stressful for the skin. After the session, the skin is treated with an agent that slows down the growth of hairs. It can be serum or lotion. Thanks to this, the skin will remain smooth and silky for a long period.
The serum is applied before the post-epilation oil. She is also treated after each visit to the shower or bath for 7 days. For some time, you should not visit the bath or sauna, as well as be in the sun or go to the solarium. Do not use cosmetics and perfumes. Performing the right care will produce great results.
