Waxing Instructions -- Waxing with Hard Wax


Whether you are a professional or a home user it is important to follow some basic guidelines to achieve safe and effective waxing results. This article describes key concepts in how hard depilatory waxes are formulated and the basic techniques and best practices for safe and effective waxing with hard wax. This is a follow-up to an earlier article outlining techniques and best practices for soft wax.

It is important to note at the outset that the difference in quality from one brand of wax to the next can be significant. Cheap waxes typically use inferior raw materials resulting in finished products with inferior performance and safety characteristics.

Both soft and hard depilatory waxes are designed to be melted and applied to the skin. How the products "cure" or dry on the skin and how they are removed are the essential difference. Soft wax cures slowly and remains tacky. Once applied it must be removed using a waxing strip (a specialized fabric designed for the purpose such as Bombshell Wax nonwoven Las Vegas Strips). Hard wax, often called no-strip wax, cures firmly so that it may be lifted without a strip. Hard or no-strip waxes tend to be gentler than soft waxes and are often the esthetician's choice for waxing sensitive areas such as eyebrows, faces, navels, bikinis and underarms.

High quality hard or no-strip waxes are primarily formulated with natural resins and copolymers with secondary ingredients rounding out the profile of the product. The quality of the resin and the precise percentage of copolymers determine how the wax "performs." The trick is to blend enough copolymers or buffering agents so that the wax stays pliable as it dries while still curing hard enough to grab and remove hairs. Two hard waxes that strike this balance perfectly are Bombshell Wax Rose Garden Ultra-Sensitive No-Strip Wax and Bombshell Wax Ipanema Aquamarine Ultra-Sensitive No-Strip Wax. Inferior hard wax products either dry too brittle and break apart during lifting or don't cure firmly enough and leave hairs behind.

To wax with hard wax, begin by choosing a high quality product such as Bombshell Wax or Cirepil.

Melt the wax in a professional wax warmer on low heat until just liquefied.

Clean the skin with an antiseptic, antibacterial, mild exfoliating liquid such as Tonic 86? or Tend Skin. Apply the liquid to a cotton ball or cotton round and apply a very thin layer to the area(s) you intend to wax. Do not use Tonic 86? or Tend Skin on previously exfoliated skin, especially the face, and don't use either product on the eye area.

Pat the skin dry and, if desired, powder lightly.

Test the temperature of the wax on the wrist using an applicator or spatula. If it's too hot, allow the wax to cool.

Dip an orangewood stick, wooden applicator or spatula into the wax. Scrape the underside of the applicator on the edge of the wax container so that wax is on only one side of the spatula. Twirl the spatula over the jar until you have control of the wax. Spread a thin, even layer of wax in the same direction as hair growth (if the follicle is the start and the tip of the hair is the end, spread wax from the follicle towards the end). Finish spreading with a slight upturn to create a "tab" at the end of the wax you've spread.

Allow the wax to cool and set.

Hold the skin firmly with one hand. Using the tip or side of your finger, flip the wax up at the edge. Grabbing the edge of the wax, quickly whisk the wax in the opposite direction of hair growth staying close and parallel to the skin.

Using your hand, immediately apply pressure to the just-waxed skin to soothe tingling nerve endings.

Because hard wax is more gentle than soft wax it may be necessary to go over a waxed area more than once to remove every last hair.

To prevent ingrown hairs and break outs, immediately after waxing apply an antiseptic antibacterial, mild exfoliating liquid such as Tonic 86? or Tend Skin. Apply the liquid to a cotton ball or cotton round and apply a very thin layer to the area(s) that was waxed. Apply regularly between treatments (3-5 times per week) to clear and prevent ingrown hairs. Avoid the eye area with these products

To decrease redness or irritation especially around the bikini or face, apply a soothing cream such as Cream 100? Calming Balm which instantly reduces redness, calms inflammation, soothes the skin, and promotes healing.

Ben Johnson is the president of Amphora Worldwide, parent company of Bombshell Wax, premium depilatory waxes and waxing accessories, Cream 100 Calming Balm, and Tonic 86, the cure for ingrown hairs. More information is available at http://www.bombshellwax.com or http://www.amphoraworldwide.com







Related News



Stress and Hair Loss: Is There a Connection? - 3x24 - Your Newspaper and News Magazine

Stress and Hair Loss: Is There a Connection?
3x24 - Your Newspaper and News Magazine, Germany -Aug 26, 2008
Could it be possible that there is a link between stress and hair loss? The two main factors affecting hair loss are genetic and hormonal changes. ...


Kids win bet, NYC librarian cuts off hair - Newsday

Kids win bet, NYC librarian cuts off hair
Newsday, NY -5 hours ago
Zaqem says she is donating her tresses to Locks of Love, which provides hairpieces to children suffering from hair loss due to illness. ...

Salem losing sleep over hair loss - Times of India

Salem losing sleep over hair loss
Times of India, India -Aug 20, 2008
In custody since his deportation from Portugal in November 2005, Salem has complained that the water he bathes with in Arthur Road jail is leading to hair...

Propecia: Hair Loss, male baldness treatment. - Corsavoo.com

Propecia: Hair Loss, male baldness treatment.
Corsavoo.com, France -Aug 25, 2008
Hair loss is most often noticed at the interior of mid-scalp. Propecia can prevent hair loss and as in few cases, the cell of hair follicles is rejuvenated ...

Plants that Help out with the Hair Loss Treatment - SkyNewswire.com (press release)

Plants that Help out with the Hair Loss Treatment
SkyNewswire.com (press release), Netherlands -6 hours ago
Among nature’s components which help out in hair loss treatments are the aloe vera, jojoba, henna, capsicum, lemongrass, and Dong Quai. What are these? ...

Vitamins for Hair Loss in Women: Does It Work? - 3x24 - Your Newspaper and News Magazine

Vitamins for Hair Loss in Women: Does It Work?
3x24 - Your Newspaper and News Magazine, Germany -Aug 24, 2008
by Irina Thorton Will supplements and vitamins for hair loss in women work? This is the question. There has been an ongoing debate on whether or not ...

Causes of Hair Loss in Women - 3x24 - Your Newspaper and News Magazine

Causes of Hair Loss in Women
3x24 - Your Newspaper and News Magazine, Germany -Aug 25, 2008
Additionally, consider how much time is spent ensuring our hair looks ok before we go out in public. The problem with hair loss it affects both sexes and ...

Emu Oil As A Treatment For Hair Loss - Corsavoo.com

Emu Oil As A Treatment For Hair Loss
Corsavoo.com, France -Aug 25, 2008
Countless thousands of people endure the embarrassment and aggravation caused by hair loss. One specific type of hair loss that affects people of all ages, ...

Reason for Hair Loss - 3x24 - Your Newspaper and News Magazine

Reason for Hair Loss
3x24 - Your Newspaper and News Magazine, Germany -Aug 25, 2008
If you are wondering why all of a sudden you notice more hair strands on your pillow than usual, your reason for hair loss might be any of these top causes. ...
Vitamins for Hair Loss: Why It’s The Best Alternative3x24 - Your Newspaper and News Magazine
Hair Loss Symptom: Recognizing the Signs3x24 - Your Newspaper and News Magazine
all 3 news articles

Restore your hearing with gene therapy - National Business Review

BBC News

Restore your hearing with gene therapy
National Business Review, New Zealand -15 hours ago
Most people lose their hearing gradually with age - partly because of hair cell loss in the cochlea, while prolonged loud noise exposure also damaged hair...
Gene Therapy for Hearing LossWired News
Deafness breakthrough as doctor growsTimes Online
Researchers regrow crucial hair in inner earReuters
Telegraph.co.uk - Science Now
all 68 news articles