Q: How long before the hair starts to grow back or how often should I wax?

Everyone’s hair cycle is different and depends on the individuals’ hair growth. But on average expect results to last up to 3 weeks.The key is to maintain a routine of getting a wax every 4-6 weeks that way you will notice the hair growing back thinner, more sparse and the rate of which it grows will eventually start to slow down.

Question 1

How do I prepare before a wax?

Accepted Answer

Exfoliating and moisturising is essential! Although waxing does exfoliate the skin, it is still essential to exfoliate days before your wax appointment as well as keeping the skin hydrated.

Also Check the area being waxed has no cuts or bruises less than 6 months old as they would need to heal fully before you can get waxed.

Question 2

How long should your hair be before getting it waxed?

Accepted Answer

The hair should be at least ¼ inch to ½ inch for best results. So would say allow about 3 weeks of hair growth.

Question 3

How long before the hair starts to grow back or how often should I wax?

Accepted Answer

Everyone&#8217;s hair cycle is different and depends on the individuals’ hair growth. But on average expect results to last up to 3 weeks.The key is to maintain a routine of getting a wax every 4-6 weeks that way you will notice the hair growing back thinner, more sparse and the rate of which it grows will eventually start to slow down.

Question 4

Does waxing hurt?

Accepted Answer

How much it hurts depends on the person. It is to be expected to experience some discomfort but this should not put you off as having a professional therapist carry out the treatment with skilled waxing techniques and quality products will keep the discomfort to a minimum. Taking Ibuprofen 30mins before treatment can also help.

Question 5

Can I wax whilst pregnant?

Accepted Answer

You can wax whilst pregnant, but it is advised that you only start waxing when your GP has given you the all clear after your 1st trimester.

Another thing to bear in mind is that your skin will be more sensitive than normal so expect a bit more discomfort than usual.

Question 6

Can I wax on my menstrual cycle?

Accepted Answer

You can wax during your menstrual cycle. For a Brazilian or Hollywood wax wearing a tampon is advised. Again skin tends to be more sensitive during your monthly cycle, so waxing larger areas of the body might hurt a bit more than normal.

If you would rather wait or know you can’t handle that extra bit of discomfort, it is advised to wax 2 weeks before or 2 weeks after your cycle.

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