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TYPES OF HAIR REMOVAL

*HARD WAX

This can only be heated via the pot method. Hard waxes tend to come in solid colors and are blended with rosins for slower setting times, giving the therapist a little more control with the removal. In some cases, plasticides are added for additional flexibility and control. Hard waxes are ideal for Brazilian bikini procedures, as well as for underarms and facial waxing. Hard waxes run at a lower temperature than soft waxes and, as they are applied, they dry gently, shrinking around the hair shaft, resulting in successful hair removal with little to no irritation. Hard waxes are removed without a waxing strip, hence the name Strip-less.

Advantages:

  • Long-lasting results
  • Fast and effective
  • No strips applied
  • heated a lower temperature
  • Little to no irritation
  • This will eventually retard the hair from regrowth on a more permanent basis. Disadvantages:

Can be slightly painful

  • Longer wax appointment times
  • Can get costly if applied by a professional
  • Will not pull away all of the hairs in a single strip, a repeat strip will be necessary
  • Not recommended to wax until body hair grows to a certain length, 1/8 inch

*SOFT WAX

Waxing is be done by a professional at a salon FOR BEST RESULTS. After letting the wax set, they grab a fabric strip, smooth it across your skin and quickly remove the strip going against the direction of the hair growth to pull out the hair from the ROOT. Waxing can be used on any area of the body, and works well on legs, bikini line, underarms, eyebrows and upper lip. Waxing frequency will vary but, in general, wax every three to six weeks to maintain smoothness.

Advantages:

  • Long-lasting results
  • Fast and effective
  • This will eventually retard the hair from regrowth on a more permanent basis. Disadvantages:

Can be slightly painful

  • Can get costly if applied by a professional
  • Does not always pull away all of the hairs in a single strip, a repeat strip may be necessary
  • Not recommended to wax until body hair grows to a certain length, 1/4 inch

*SUGARING

Yes, sugaring does involve the use of real sugar. Specifically, a mixture of sugar, lemon, and water are mixed to create a sticky paste that clings to the hair, effectively removing them without the skin. It is similar to waxing but many report that it is less uncomfortable and gentler on the skin. The method of applying (molding) and removing the sugar paste is crucial to ensuring proper hair removal. When done correctly, sugaring works to pull hair out at the root.

Advantages:

  • Long-lasting results
  • Effective
  • Slightly less painful than waxing during removal
  • This will eventually retard the hair from regrowth on a more permanent basis. 

 Disadvantages:

  • Hair must be longer than the average waxing length of 1/4 inch
  • Can get costly if applied by a professional
  • Greater chance of breaking the hair on the surface and not removing from the root
  • Slightly more painful during the molding process
  • Does not always pull away all of the hairs in a single application, additional molding will be needed.
  • Not recommended to wax until body hair grows to a certain length, 1/2 inch

*ROLL ON WAX

Delivers a variety of cream or honey soft waxes onto the skin in an even, consistent manner with little to no waste. It is ideal for speed waxing of the legs, chest, back and arms. The method is hygienic because a fresh applicator is used for each client. Roller waxing systems work with soft wax only.

Advantages:

  • Long-lasting results
  • Most hygienic method
  • Speed waxing
  • Fast and effective
  • This will eventually retard the hair from regrowth on a more permanent basis. 

Disadvantages:

  • Can be slightly painful
  • Soft wax only
  • Can get costly if applied by a professional
  • Does not always pull away all of the hairs in a single strip, a repeat strip may be necessary
  • Not recommended to wax until body hair grows to a certain length, 1/4 inch

*TWEEZING

Tweezing works by pulling out hair strands ONE BY ONE by the root with a pair of tweezers.

Advantages:

  • Long-lasting results
  • Effective, inexpensive and easy to do
  • Can be quick when used on small areas

Disadvantages:

  • Can be painful, cause skin irritation and ingrown hairs, especially if the hair breaks vs pulling out cleanly
  • Not efficient for larger area hair removal needs

*SOY WAX ( NON-WAX )

This is a natural, self-preserving antibacterial, antimicrobial, anhydrous botanical formula that does not contain any wax, sugar, or honey. This method never dries and does not stick to skin, there is no pulling or irritation.

Advantages:

  • Longer times frames to get long-lasting results
  • Effective and easy to do
  • Great for those with wax allergies
  • Can be quick when used on small areas

Disadvantages:

  • Repeat Appointments 3 to 6 weeks
  • MUST be applied by a professional
  • Not recommended for those with SOY allergies
  • REQUIRE a follow-up retail product for home use

*MANUAL SHAVING

Shaving with a manual razor is one of the most popular hair removal methods; it’s easy, affordable and fast. DOWNSIDE? Women MUST shave every one to three days during a shower or bath if the goal is to maintain smooth skin.

Advantages:

  • Can do daily
  • Quick and effective
  • Inexpensive
  • Can do anywhere

Disadvantages:

  • Can cause razor burn and ingrown hairs when done incorrectly
  • Frequent upkeep

*ELECTRIC SHAVING

An electric razor has a moving blade under a fine screen that glides across your skin, trapping and cutting away the hair from the surface. Electric razors usually do not cut the hair as closely as manual razors do; so if you want to maintain smooth skin, you may need to shave more often — in general, every one to two days.

Advantages:

  • Can do daily
  • Can dry shave
  • Safe and easy to use
  • Can come with several attachments and features

Disadvantages:

  • Typically takes longer than wet shaving and isn’t as effective
  • Frequent upkeep
  • Can be expensive and is larger than a manual razor

*DEPILOTORY CREAMS (i.e. Nair)

Depilatory creams chemically dissolve body hair at the SURFACE of the skin. Apply the cream, let it sit for several minutes and then use a clean wash cloth to gently rub off the cream and hair residue.

Advantages:

  • Risk-free of cuts and nicks
  • Hair appears softer when it grows back because it has not cut a blunt edge

Disadvantages:

  • Can be messy
  • May have unpleasant smell
  • Can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions due to chemical ingredients

*EPILATION

Epilation removes hair for up to four weeks by using a device called an epilator that has tiny electric rotating tweezers that move across the surface of the skin to quickly pull the hairs away.

Advantages:

  • Longer-lasting results
  • Easy to use
  • Versatile attachments and features
  • Can work on wet or dry skin

Disadvantages:

  • Can be uncomfortable on sensitive areas and cause irritation on sensitive skin

*LASER HAIR REMOVAL

Laser and intense pulsated light (IPL) devices provide a more permanent hair removal method with regular treatment. You must get laser and IPL treatments performed be a professional. Laser hair removal uses a single laser beam to target melanin in hair follicles to prevent regrowth. IPL works similarly but uses broad-spectrum light. Both hair removal methods can be used anywhere but work best on darker body hair and lighter skin. Laser and IPL can offer a more permanent hair removal solution in four to 12 treatments; MOST women need a touchup every six to 12 months.

Advantages:

  • A more permanent hair removal solution with regular treatments
  • Effective results 

Disadvantages:

  • Can cause irritation, burns, swelling and reddening of skin
  • Can be uncomfortable
  • Is more costly than any other hair removal methods
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