Waxing is already an unpleasant experience, but with so many different alternatives available, selecting the best type of wax for hair removal may be difficult. Here’s a simple beginner’s guide to get you started.
What is waxing?
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Waxing is the method of removing hair from the root by applying a covering of a sticky substance, such as wax, to body hair, then removing the covering and pulling the hair out of the follicle. New hair will not come back in the previously waxed region for four to six weeks, however some people will notice regrowth in only a week since some of their hair is on a different human hair growth cycle.
What are the types of waxing and how to choose the ideal one?
Waxing is a quick, easy, and inexpensive technique to get rid of unwanted, excess body hair. However, with so many various types of wax available, determining which body wax to use for which region of the body may be difficult. Moreover, if you are new to waxing, hearing the salon jargon during your first session might be daunting. We’ve broken down the many types of body wax depending on your specific needs, so you can skip awkward salon conversations and leave with baby-smooth skin.
Hard Wax
Hard body wax
Shop the best hard wax
Rica Unisex White Chocolate Hard Wax Beads Rs 1,600
Colorsole Hair Removal Hard Wax Beans Rs 2,000
Soft Wax
Soft wax, also known as strip waxing, is applied to the skin by applying a thin layer of warm body wax on top of it. This is often applied to bigger regions of the body, such as the arms and legs. It is applied to the skin directly using a wooden stick or a roller. The hair is then removed by placing a waxing strip over it and pulling it off. Soft waxes reach the tiny, thin hair strands that you can’t see, resulting in smooth skin. However, this body wax should only be used once in a session on a specific location (never multiple times), since it will begin to rip the skin cells, causing bleeding and damage.
Shop the best soft wax
Sanfe Detan Chocolate Wax Rs 499
O3+ D-tan Liposoluble Wax Rs 1,280
DEPILAH Zinc Oxide Flavored Wax Rs 990
Chocolate Wax
Chocolate waxChocolate body wax
Shop the best chocolate wax
RICA Dry Skin Dark Chocolate Liposoluble Wax Rs 1,150
The Body Care Chocolate Wax Rs 500
Veltos Professional White Chocolate Facial Peel Off Wax Rs 1,199
Sugar Wax
Sugar waxhard body wax
Shop the best sugar wax
Nair Hair Remover Oriental Sugar Wax Rs 1,349
Nad’s Natural Sugar Wax Rs 4,194
Raaga Professional Liposoluble Wax Rs 1,090
Fruit Wax
Fruit body waxstandard soft body wax
Shop the best fruit wax
Legorate Fruit Hair Removal Hot Wax Rs 325
Bee One Strawberry Milky Wax Rs 350
Pre-made wax strips
Pre-waxed stripscold soft wax
Wax strips should always be somewhat ‘warm’ up by rubbing them between your palms, which causes them to attach better to the hair. Cold strips take the least amount of preparation and have the fewest moving elements in the entire procedure, making them by far the most handy alternative for travelling. There is no chance of burning your skin with this cool wax.
Shop the best pre-made wax strips
Veet Ready To Use Wax Strips Full Body Waxing Kit Rs 235
HipHop Skincare Bikini & Underarm Wax Strips Rs 99
Remove Wax Strips Maxi Set for Thick Hair Rs 640
Conclusion
Experiment with different types of waxing to see which option best matches your specific hair and skin type. Ask a waxing professional at your next session for a second opinion. They’ve seen a wide range of hair types and can offer fairly objective recommendations.
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Note:
The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.
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