Waxing Basic facts
An ancient method, one of the few temporary methods still commonly
performed professionally.
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Description:
Hot wax is applied to the skin, and a strip of cloth or paper
is pressed into the preparation. The strip is then quickly
pulled away, taking hairs with it.
Advantages:
Can be done at home
Fast
Inexpensive
Disadvantages:
Hairs can break off at or below surface
Can be messy
Consistency is difficult to get correct
One must be careful to avoid infecting skin
Clinical data:
Waxing
data
Costs:
$25-$75 for home use kits; $20-$200 for professional waxing
(based on areas treated)
Background facts
Marketing terms and tactics:
Folica sells home waxing kits (not an endorsement of Folica)
Historical overview:
This method has been around for thousands of years, but in
modern times, waxing has become more popular than sugaring.
Government regulation:
Many states require a cosmetologist or aesthetician's license
to do hair removal like waxing.
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