Waxing Hair Removal

Waxing hair removal is one of the most popular methods of getting rid of body and facial hair. Its quite popular because it is: - inexpensive - can be done in the privacy of your own home - lasts for several weeks because it starts to slow the regrowth of hair but eventually comes back.

Basic facts

An ancient method, one of the few temporary methods still commonly performed professionally.

Description:

Hot wax is applied to the skin, and a strip of cloth or paper is pressed into the preparation. The strip is then quickly pulled away, taking hairs with it.

Advantages:

Can be done at home

Fast

Inexpensive

Disadvantages:

Hairs can break off at or below surface

Can be messy

Consistency is difficult to get correct

One must be careful to avoid infecting skin

Clinical data:

Waxing data

Costs:

$25-$75 for home use kits; $20-$200 for professional waxing (based on areas treated)