Wax depilation or sugaring? What is better in the deep bikini area, legs, armpits

Waxing is a way to get rid of body or facial hair using a caramel ball or beeswax. The service in the salon costs from 1000 rubles. But the means and tools for hair removal at home can be bought in the online store and in the cosmetics store.

Which is better: wax depilation or sugaring? Method differences

The choice of products for wax depilation is more: you can choose a product according to your hair and skin type. Sugar or honey paste is used for sugaring, but this cannot be considered a plus: the harm of artificial additives in wax has not been proven. Sugaring is suitable for people with sensitive skin and fine hair. There are no restrictions for waxing: the harder the hair, the more titanium dioxide in the composition.

For wax depilation, you will need at least 100 g of wax per 1 zone, for shugaring, a walnut-sized ball of paste is used, which makes the procedure economical. On the other hand, not everyone will cook pasta the first time - you will have to spend money to learn shugaring.

If you place your hand incorrectly during the shugaring procedure, then the experience will be traumatic: bruises will remain, it will hurt. But the bandage technique of wax depilation is available even for beginners. Wax leaves a mark on the skin, unlike sugar paste. Shugaring does not cause characteristic redness if the application technique is not violated.

Advantages of waxing

Advantages of the method:

• the result lasts up to 4 weeks, because the hairs have been removed from the root. Over time, the hair follicle becomes thinner: the hair becomes light, brittle and soft;
• Razor irritation can last for several days, but waxing only causes redness for a couple of hours. An exception is cold wax;
• manufacturers offer a choice of wax for any type of skin and hair, and all the necessary accessories can, if desired, be replaced with improvised means;
• depilation has an exfoliating effect. Some girls even use facial wax to remove blackheads from the wings of the nose;
• depilatory wax has moisturizing and soothing ingredients in its formula. Shaving with a machine, on the contrary, dries the skin, even if the design has strips of cream.

disadvantages

Home waxing requires careful preparation for the first time. It is better to take a short course with a beautician. Every little thing is important: hand movement, composition of products, care before and after the procedure.

The main disadvantages of waxing:

• Pain is definitely not a virtue. Fortunately, the discomfort diminishes after each procedure. Although it is better to drink an analgesic before the first procedure.
• Wax is rarely allergenic and yet this risk cannot be ruled out.
• Waxing often causes ingrown hairs. This is due to an increase in the growth of horny skin scales after the procedure: weakened hair simply cannot break through. But the problem is solved by using special cosmetics, the list is below.
• Wax depilation is not carried out with varicose veins.
• The procedure should not be carried out on skin with warts and papillomas.
• Depilation is not performed on pregnant girls.

Types of wax for hair removal

The wax is chosen depending on:

• depilated area;
• hair type;
• the level of skin sensitivity.

The wax differs not only in composition, but also in the form of release. There are 2 basic techniques for waxing: bandage (paper is applied to the wax) and classic. Distinguish between cold, warm (film) and hot wax. Manufacturers offer loose, creamy wax in cartridges and strips. Warm wax is also sometimes called wax.

Purpose:

• Wax in granules, for the preparation of which a so-called wax melter (heated container) is needed, is used to get rid of facial and body hair.
• For depilation, cartridges with a narrow nozzle and warm wax without a bandage are preferred when it comes to sensitive areas.
• Hot wax is chosen for procedures on the back, arms and legs, while cold wax strips are used for depilation on the face and legs.

Hot wax

It is used in the form of a cartridge, usually granules. Different options require a different wax melter.

The peculiarity is that the wax is pressed against a strip of paper and then removed with it. At home, a wax heater will replace a water bath or microwave, and the strips will be replaced with plain paper or cloth. Any spatula is suitable for application.

Reapply the wax, if the layer is not thick enough, you can only use a spatula. The cartridge, when applying the 2nd layer, the agent causes injury!

Cold wax

Cold wax refers to the wax strips produced by popular brands like Veet. This is the most painful, but also the most affordable way.

Before use, the wax strip is warmed up in the hands.

You need to read on the packaging for which zone the strips are: for face depilation, small strips with a special wax composition are produced.

Possible complications

Rarely, but complications sometimes occur:

• if the wax does not fit the type of skin or hair, then irritation may remain, and the wax depilation itself will leave excess hair;
• with the wrong technique, injuries are inevitable;
• with inexperience, the procedure takes much longer than other ways to get rid of unwanted hair;
• without a wax heater, it is easy to spoil the product with high temperature;
• overheated wax causes burns;
• without post-care products, hair can grow in.

Criteria for choosing wax for depilation

Film (warm) wax is suitable for sensitive skin in the intimate and underarms. The choice of warm wax eliminates the risk of burns. No strips are needed for application, but they are still convenient to use.

The best means: names, prices

For sensitive skin, beauticians recommend wax with chamomile, aloe vera and ylang ylang extracts. For coarse hair, choose a wax containing shea butter or manoe oil. The normal hair type will be taken care of by the "marine" and "platinum" formulas.

How long should the hair be removed

Cosmetologists call the length from 5 mm to 10 mm. If the unwanted hair is longer than 10 mm, it is better to use scissors or a special trimmer to trim it.

Hair shorter than 5 mm will not catch on wax, and too long will get tangled and intensify painful sensations.

Waxing procedure for different zones

Preparation for the procedure

Wax depilation at home excludes visiting the solarium and long exposure to the sun. It is also recommended to clean the treatment surface and exfoliate the skin (excluding the bikini and armpits). The wax is chosen depending on the type of leather, and the tools - depending on the method chosen. If the depilatory paper is on a roll, it is more convenient to cut it in advance.

For waxing you will need:

• scapula;
• cotton swabs and discs;
• bandage paper;
• talc;
• micellar water or alcohol-free lotion.

Regardless of the depilation zone, the skin is pre-degreased with lotion or micellar water so that the hair adheres well to the wax. Talc will complete the degreasing and lift the hairs - they are powdered onto the skin just before waxing.

Removing facial hair with wax: step by step instructions

Phased epilation:

• the procedure begins with the already described degreasing;
• then wax is applied with a cotton swab along the hairline, layer thickness - 2 mm. To make it convenient to hook onto the strip, wax is applied close to the hairline;
• you need to wait until the wax hardens - no longer than 1 minute;
• tear off the strip like a plaster: in no case should you pull the wax strip away from you! Only against the hairline;
• complete the procedure by applying a face cream.

Depilation will cause redness, so it's best to plan it well before leaving the house.

Facial hair removal with wax. Upper lip and chin depilation:

On hands

The procedure is the same, but with the exception that wax strips are suitable for hands. Cold wax is first melted with the warmth of the hands, then pressed firmly against the skin and removed, counting down for 30 seconds.

On foot

Wax depilation at home on legs is the easiest procedure for a beginner to implement.

Any execution technique is suitable: it is only important to remember to observe the precautions:

• the temperature of the wax is pre-checked on the wrist;
• wax is applied in the direction of hair growth, and removed - against.

In the armpits

During the procedure, it is easy to get dirty with the spreading wax, so it is better to wrap yourself in a towel or put on clothes that you do not mind ruining.

When waxing your armpit, it is important to remember the following:

• some people have hair in this area growing in different directions. You cannot rush, because wax is applied strictly in the direction of hair growth. Do not rush, it is better to apply it a little bit;
• the wax in this area is the same as for the body;
• a few hours after waxing, you cannot use a deodorant;
• if the procedure is too painful, the wax is removed with oil or night cream, and unwanted hair is shaved off.

Deep bikini area

Wax depilation at home will not cause difficulties if film (warm) wax is suitable: in this case, strips of paper are not needed. Such wax is safe for mucous membranes and always contains moisturizing and soothing herbal ingredients.

Recommended for depilation in the bikini area:

• Ibuprofen or another analgesic will help to cope with painful sensations, which is drunk an hour and a half before depilation;
• remain in the laundry during the procedure: the linen line helps to navigate which hair to remove. Choose cotton underwear so as not to irritate the skin;
• if there is a desire to completely remove hair, an ordinary mirror will help: not a single part of the zone will remain without care;
• if hair still remains, it can be removed with tweezers. The tweezers are wiped with alcohol.

Home Depilation Recipes

Sugaring paste recipe:

• 10 tbsp. l. sugar (with a slide) are mixed with the juice of half a lemon. Honey is added as desired. The mixture is placed in an enamel pot over medium heat,
• the mixture is constantly stirring. When the bubbles cover the entire surface of the caramel, reduce the heat to low;
• put a shallow plate of water next to it and check the readiness of the caramel, stirring continuously. When a drop of caramel in the water looks like plasticine, the paste is ready;
• if the caramel dissolves in water or does not hold its shape, then it is not ready,
• removing the pan from the heat, stir the paste until the bubbles disappear;
• the paste can now be poured into plastic containers and allowed to cool down to a pleasant temperature.

Ingrown Hair Salt Scrub Recipe:

1. 2 parts of fine-grained salt are mixed with part of the cream. Add organic oil to bring the mixture to a creamy consistency,
2. apply the product to the skin while showering. The mixture must be homogeneous,
3. wash off the scrub and apply a greasy cream or oil on the treated skin,

How to wash off the wax

The wax will not wash off with water. To do this, use a fat cream, vegetable oil (preferably olive oil) or micellar water. Specialty oiled wipes are sold in cosmetic stores.

The wax could remain on the skin for the following reasons:

• it spreads over the skin due to being overheated;
• the wax layer was thicker than 2 mm.

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How to suppress inflammation after depilation

Inflammation appears due to improper positioning of the hand, the use of low-quality wax, or because no care cosmetics (foam, gel or cream) were applied after the procedure. If there is no special product at hand, then any cream or lotion without aggressive chemical components will do.

It is desirable that the composition contains anti-inflammatory effects:

• aloe vera;
• chamomile;
• ylang-ylang.

Who is waxing suitable for?

The procedure is appreciated for its long-term effect and affordability.

If the hair is prone to active growth, then wax depilation is repeated every 2 weeks.

In other cases, waxing can be done once a month. Pain sensations decrease with each new procedure, as does the amount of hair. They become thinner, lighter and softer.

Home wax depilatory products are sold in many stores and have a low cost. The hair removal technique is available for learning through courses at cosmetology salons and through video tutorials.

Article design: Svetlana Ovsyanikova

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