A No B.S Guide For Waxing Newbies

Removing unwanted hair can be a hassle. Shaving may be quick and affordable, but not when you add up all the time you spend shaving every inch of your body twice a week. 

Have you ever thought about waxing? Now I know what your thinking. You’re worried about the pain? Concerned about stubble? Your skin? The wax? We hear ya! But, waxing has become the go-to for those who want a quick, long-lasting, and affordable way to remove all their fluff. In this short guide we will explain all things waxing to get you ready for your first wax. 

While a razor does the trick for most people, waxing has many benefits. 

1. Waxing removes hair at the root, and when it grows back, the tip of the hair is naturally softer and looks less noticeable than after shaving, which creates stubble. 

3. Have you ever had an ingrown hair? They are the worst! Shaving is more likely to cause ingrown hairs because you’re trimming off hair at the surface. As it grows, the blunt end more easily gets caught under skin cells and starts growing inward. 

4. Your hair doesn’t grow back for about 4-6 weeks after a wax. I don’t know about you, but not shaving for 4 weeks already has me sold. 

Before getting a wax it is important to be prepared. Here are a few steps you can take to make sure you have the best experience. 

1. Your hair must be as long as a grain of rice. If it’s not ¼ inch or longer, wax can’t properly grip the hair.

2. Waxes are customizable. Speak up and talk with your pro about what exactly you want waxed. Before a brow wax, it is extremely important to let them know if you want to change the shape of your brows or if this is just a quick clean-up.

3. The pain only lasts for a second. Breathing will help calm you down and make the sting less painful. 

4. When you go for a bikini wax, your pro will ask you to get undressed, and then she’ll allow you your privacy while she's prepping for the wax. That’s your cue to get naked from the waist down. Your pro has probably seen hundreds of vaginas in her career, so don’t feel awkward. 

5. Redness can linger anywhere from a few minutes to a day or two. Regardless, avoid tanning, swimming, and harsh skincare for at least 24 to 48 hours afterward.

6. You will be hairless from anywhere between 4-6 weeks. Growth minimizing lotions can help reduce the thickness and appearance of hair regrowth.