WAXING
Introduction
How it works
Treatments
Results
Safety
Waxing - Introduction
Waxing is a method of medium-term hair reduction. White, red, grey
and very thin (velous) hair, as well as eyebrow hair, cannot be removed
by laser or IPL, therefore waxing is the ultimate solution. Also, if
you have very tanned skin, lasers and IPLs will be less effective,
making waxing a better option.
Great for:
• Hard-to-get-to hair such as the eyebrows, ear hair etc
• Grey, fair or red hair
Waxing - How it works
The lowdown
The wax
adheres to the hair follicles so that when the wax is pulled off, the
hairs come away with the wax. Your hair will need to be 6mm to 12mm
long, so that the wax can adhere well to the hair.
How long does the procedure take?
10-30 minutes per session, depending on the size of the area treated.
Waxing - Treatments
What happens during the procedure?
If using warm wax:
The wax is spread over the area chosen for hair reduction. Once
slightly set, it is quickly pulled off by the operator, along with the
hair.
If using wax strips:
The strips are applied to the area chosen for hair reduction. The
operator will vigorously rub the strip to cause heat, helping it attach
to the hair follicles. It is then quickly pulled off, along with the
hair.
In both methods you will experience a short sting as
the hair is removed, especially on the more sensitive areas such as the
bikini area and underarms. However, with a skilful operator, you should
experience minimal discomfort.
How long will my recovery be and what can I expect?
Recovery
is immediate, though the area may be a little red and sensitive for a
few hours. You may experience ingrown hairs (also known as razor
bumps). An ingrown hair is a hair that curls back on itself and starts
growing into the surrounding skin instead of straight out of the hair
shaft. It is usually just a minor irritation and can look similar to a
pimple, but it can cause irritation or become infected if left
untreated. Regular exfoliation of the area or use of glycolic or
vitamin A products between waxing sessions can help prevent ingrown
hairs
Waxing - Results
About 4-6 weeks, after which time you will need waxing again, due to hair regrowth. Over time, the hair will look and feel finer.
Waxing - Safety
Waxing is completely safe when it is performed by the right hands. In the wrong hands, you can experience burning and skin damage. The clinicians at the Facial Rejuvenation Clinic are highly trained in waxing techniques.
