Waxing can be done with confidence at home by preparing your skin, using the right technique, and starting with easier areas. It’s important to take care of your skin, avoid waxing over sore spots, and to see a doctor if you experience any pain or side effects. With practice, you can become proficient at waxing from the comfort of your own bathroom.
Getting Started
To begin waxing at home, follow these steps:
- Sit on the floor with your back supported.
- Lay down paper, towels, or kitchen roll to catch any spillages.
- Clean and exfoliate the area first to remove dead skin cells. Exfoliation is key to a successful wax.
- Apply warmed hard wax, working in small sections.
- Use aloe vera gel afterward, and gently exfoliate to prevent ingrown hairs.
Homemade Wax Recipes
You can create your own wax with these two recipes:
Recipe One:
- Ingredients: 1 cup sugar, 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
- Procedure: Combine sugar and water in a pan. Heat while stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, add lemon juice, let cool, and then apply.
Recipe Two:
- Ingredients: 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup honey, 2 tablespoons water.
- Procedure: Mix all ingredients in a pan and heat while stirring until combined. Remove from heat, let cool, and then apply.
Tips for Best Results
- The ideal time to wax is after allowing hair to grow for one to two months.
- For beginners, consider starting with a kit like Nova’s Eyebrow and Face Waxing Kit, which includes a mini warmer, hard wax tablets, applicators, and a pre and post care bundle.
- Veet wax strips can offer salon-like results from home on hair as short as 1.5mm.