Unwanted hairs on the body are eliminated in various ways. Waxing is a common method that can fix 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 is warm, hot, cold. Depending on this, the work process is different. Which wax is better to use and how to do waxing 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 each representative of the fair sex, 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 greatly facilitates the application.
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 the master. Often after this, the effect of "ingrowth" 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 hair under the armpits, on the legs. So waxing bikini is carried out at home.
The procedure is painful, often there are blood points after removing the follicles from the epidermis. A negative nuance is the duration of the process. It takes a lot of time, since the vegetation is completely eliminated from only 3-4 times. The session is tiring and very troublesome to perform at home.
Hot
This is a common method of eliminating vegetation. It is used in the salon and at home. Hot wax is an excellent substitute for shugaring. When performed correctly, it is painful, but not like with a warm or cold cycle. There is almost no effect of ingrown hairs, the result remains for a long time. Due to the hot composition, the skin is steamed in advance, which facilitates the process.
Hot waxing at home is performed for the zone of deep bikini, 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 using a water bath or microwave.
But the problem disappears after 1 procedure, only 1-hour preparation is needed. Hot wax is sold in jars, there is also a wooden spatula with a temperature regulator. If all the rules are followed, the risk of burns is minimal.
Wax selection
Before performing at home hair removal waxing deep bikini, legs, armpits, you need to choose the appropriate wax. Now many tools are sold for such procedures, but not each of them can be used independently. For example, it is better not to choose hot wax for home conditions, as it is better to heat it on special equipment.
But warm wax will do. It is intended for home treatment. To warm it up, a cassette or bank is required. The thermostat is located in the tank, which controls the heating and helps prevent severe overheating. You can buy wax in special cartridges with a nozzle-roller, which facilitates application.
If a cassette wax wax is used, then cassettes, paper for hair removal, cosmetic oil are needed. Voskoplav can be wired and wireless. There are hypoallergenic waxes that melt perfectly and are safe. For 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:
- When used correctly, hot wax does not cause irritation.
- After a month of treatment, the effect of ingrown hair passes.
- Vegetation does not appear intensely, it will be softer and lighter.
- The effect lasts for 3-5 weeks.
- You can apply the composition for hair of different structures.
- Procedures are easily performed independently.
- Component availability and price.
Thanks to these advantages, many women prefer to choose this type of treatment. But, like with any other procedure, waxing has its drawbacks:
- Risk of blood stains.
- Soreness during the procedure.
- Difficulty removing hairs up to 3 mm long.
- Wax allows you to get rid of the "gun", which darkens over time.
Before carrying out the procedure, you should weigh the pros and cons. But usually, with the right session, excellent results are expected.
Features
After getting into the hair follicle, the wax envelops it. So with the removal of the hair, the hairs are eliminated with the root. New vegetation appears after 1.5-2.5 months, even if the treatment is performed for the first time.
Some women do not choose wax only because of pain. If you follow the instructions, then there will be no unpleasant sensations. The procedure at home is practically no different from the salon. But experts recommend it 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 can not be carried out?
Waxing at home can not be performed with formations on the skin - moles, papillomas, warts, scars, rashes and cuts. It should not be carried out yet:
- heart disease, unstable pressure;
- intolerance to the components;
- diabetes mellitus;
- varicose veins;
- infections.
In these cases, it is advisable to consult a specialist. He will tell you which method of hair removal is suitable.
What is needed?
Before you perform waxing of your feet or other parts of the body at home, materials and tools should be prepared. This will require the presence of:
- paper napkins;
- wax;
- cotton strips;
- cosmetic discs;
- tweezers;
- talcum powder with chamomile and without perfumes;
- disinfectant;
- rubber or silicone gloves;
- caring lotion after hair removal;
- wooden scapula with thermal indicator.
The presence of all devices will help to carry out the procedure correctly and taking into account safety rules. Then a positive result is expected.
Preparation
Proper waxing at home involves the preparation of:
- Check that the length of the hair is suitable. It should be 4-7 mm. In case of discrepancy, it is necessary to cut off the excess or, conversely, wait a while.
- 5 hours before the procedure, you need to take a hot bath. You should also make a scrub from coffee grounds and shower gel, wipe the skin. This simple method will allow you to get rid of dead cells, eliminate ingrown hairs.
- The skin is treated with an antiseptic to degrease areas and protect against infection. Disinfect tweezers.
- You need to warm up some wax and test for a likely allergy. It should be carried out on the wrist with a spatula, distributing the product 1 mm thick, wait ¼ hours. Then wash off the wax or remove with olive oil. It is important to evaluate the result. In the absence of negative reactions, you can proceed to the next step.
- 5 wide strips for hair removal will be required. They are cut across to obtain pieces 2-4 cm wide. Next to it, lay a paper napkin, put tweezers and prepared segments on it.
- You can start preparing the composition. Remove the lid from the wax jar and remove the film. The microwave must be turned on at medium power, put the capacity on the edge of the plate. The timer must be set for 2.5 minutes.
- Then you need to get the product, mix it. Wax should be similar to 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.
- A spatula is lowered into the mixture, the color of the indicator is evaluated. Wax can be used if the color is blue or green with the inscription Yes. With a red indicator, the composition must be cooled.
- It is necessary to take a pot that retains heat. Add boiled water to it, put the jar inside. It is important that the drops do not penetrate the wax, otherwise there will be no result.
Procedure execution
How to make waxing at home? The procedure is based on the following steps:
- Gloves should be worn. If the skin has been degreased, it is coated with talcum powder. The product is applied to the hand, and then rubbed. Residues must be removed with a paper towel.
- The spatula must be dipped in wax, dipped in the convex part, remove excess on the edge of the jar. It is necessary to evenly cover the skin by hair growth, without capturing the entire surface. Wax is applied to a small area of the skin (4 cm long, 5 cm wide). The composition is pressed by a strip. You need to wait a few minutes.
- After the wax has hardened, 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, you must strongly press the area with your hand.
- The hairs are not always completely removed, as they have different lengths. Then you need tweezers to pluck.
- Then waxing is repeated. Wait and remove it again with strips. Hot wax should not be used more than 1 time in 1 place, therefore, the procedure should be performed efficiently.
- After all hairs have been removed, the remains of the wax must be removed with a cotton pad treated with vegetable oil. The product is able to calm the skin and prevent irritation. It is necessary to take a shower and treat the skin with cream after hair removal to protect against ingrownness.
So, hair removal is performed at home with wax of a bikini, legs, armpits. 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 tools. Suitable spray or cream "Panthenol". If it is absent, a cream with calendula, chamomile or aloe is suitable. 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 tools will allow you to remove the red dots on the site of eliminated hairs.
Care
After the waxing of the bikini zone, legs, armpits has been carried out at home, care is necessary, since this procedure is considered stress for the skin. After the session, the skin is treated with a tool that slows the growth of hairs. It can be a serum or lotion. Due to this, the skin will retain smoothness and silkiness for a long period.
Serum is applied before the oil used after hair removal. She is also treated after each visit to the shower or bath for 7 days. For some time you should not visit the bathhouse 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 give you great results.