The Pros and Cons of Waxing
Shaving can truly be a hassle sometimes. Instances like hair grows quicker, razor bumps and ingrown hairs are common, and you might even get some burns. But it doesn’t have to be this way! It’s time to say goodbye to your razor and hello to waxing! Waxing is a great alternative to shaving because it removes hair completely in one go. You won’t have to worry about stubble or having to reapply shaving cream every day.
There are many different types of waxes available on the market today: hard wax, soft wax, strip-off wax, and hot wax. Each has its own pros and cons that you should consider before choosing which one is best for you.
Being said, let’s talk about the pros and cons you can get from waxing:
Waxing is a great option for hair removal if you are looking for a long-term solution. It can be used on all parts of your body, including the face, legs, arms and bikini line. Waxing is only required every 4-6 weeks on average to let all three stages of hair growth to return; however, some people will come in every three weeks since they despise hair growth and want it to stop.
People shave anywhere from once a day to three times a week, depending on how much hair they have and how quickly it grows back. Waxing removes hair out at the root; hair will grow back, but it will take some time for the root to grow long enough to be taken out again.
Waxing however, can be unpleasant; each body region has a different sensation, and each individual has a different pain threshold (no caffeine for two hours before, and Tylenol or ibuprofen can assist).
Hair will then regrow thinner and less coarse. Everyone is different, and how long it takes for your hair to thin out and soften depends on your ethnic heritage. People of Irish, French, and German ancestry, as well as Mediterranean blooded people, have coarser, darker, thicker hair, therefore you may blame it on your genes.
If you have been persistent and waited for all stages of your hair to grow out properly, you will enjoy the sensation of freshly waxed skin.
It’s silky smooth, and you don’t get razor rash or burns. Moreover, bruising occurs only when a woman is nearing her period or pregnant, and it is extremely unusual. (This usually happens if you resort to an unexperienced waxer).
In a nutshell, waxing is fantastic and well worth the temporary discomfort. If you are hesitant, I recommend starting gently. Begin by focusing on one main or a few minor body parts at a time.