Do You Need Different Types of Wax for Different Types of Skin?
Saturday, October 10th, 2009Waxing can be done by using either hot or cold wax.These can be safely used on healthy skin.Most parts of the body can be waxed using these. Waxing is inexpensive,quick and convenient.After using other methods like shaving or hair removing lotions hair will grow back within no time.
But waxing will leave your face hair-free for 3 to 5 weeks.The hair that grow back will be finer and also sparser.Cold wax strips can be easily used at home.But the disadvantage is that it can cause redness and irritation.Generally hot wax is used for waxing larger areas. Follow the instructions on the home waxing kit while heating the wax.
Test on the back of the hand for temperature,before applying on sensitive areas. Different skin types respond to waxing in different ways.People with dark complexion may develop more redness after facial waxing.Waxing is not recommended for people suffering from diabetes,varicose veins or circulation problems.Those on Retinol A treatment may be having weakened skin.
Peeling off the wax strip may tear off the skin in such cases.Waxing should not be done on areas with moles, warts, pimples, rashes etc.Also don’t wax when you are sunburnt. Skin invariably develops redness after waxing and this takes its own time to subside.You can use cold compresses or soothing lotions to relieve the discomfort.
Some skin types are very sensitive to wax.These skin types may develop redness and swelling.Some people also develop allergy to wax. It’s better to go to a professional the first time to learn how to use it effectively.Then you can do it yourself.


