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Waxing Hair Removal Tips

Waxing is a method of temporary hair removal which removes the hair from the root. A wax combination is spread thinly over the skin. A cloth strip is pressed on the top and then ripped off with a quick movement removing the wax along with the hair and dead skin cells leaving the skin smooth. Waxing is accomplished by spreading a wax combination thinly over the skin. A cloth or paper strip is then pressed on the top and ripped off with a quick movement against the direction of hair growth. This removes the wax along with the hair and dead skin cells, leaving the skin smooth. There are many benefits to waxing versus other forms of hair removal. Waxing is a long-lasting method. Waxing completely removes the hair from the follicle; this leaves an active area of cells.

Hair in waxed areas will not grow back for two to seven weeks; when the hair does grow back it is soft and thin. Waxing should not be done on areas of skin affected by warts, pimples, moles or rashes or on skin that is irritated, chapped or suffering from sunburn. Waxing completely removes the hair from the follicle; this leaves an active area of cells. Over a period of 4-6 weeks depending on the strength of the hair and new hair will grow. Over a period of time and regular waxing treatments the hair becomes weaker and will eventually stop growing. Hair waxing for persons suffering from diabetes or who have varicose veins or poor circulation as they are more susceptible to infection.

Waxing Hair Removal Tips

1. Avoid wearing tight clothing over freshly waxed areas to minimize the risk of irritation and ingrown hairs.

2. Avoid showering and making the hair wet prior to waxing hair removal.

3. Apply a thin layer of wax in the direction of the hair growth.

4. After waxing hair removal, clean the skin with a warm moist towel to remove excess wax.

5. Avoid showering and making the hair wet prior to waxing hair removal.

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Juliet Cohen writes articles for hair removal and hair care tips. She also writes articles on hairstyles tips.

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