There are several ways to get rid of unwanted body hair. Who decides to wax, can choose between two variants. But where is the difference between cold wax and hot wax? And what are the advantages and disadvantages of hair removal with wax? We give you some hints here so you can decide if this method is right for you.

Hair removal with cold wax

Cold wax strips are a quick and easy way to remove hair. They are simply applied to the skin and pressed down. The body heat melts the wax on the underside. By the pressure the hair sticks in this wax layer.

Now the strip is easily removed with a quick jerk against the hair growth direction. This rips off all the hair that was under the strip. This process is repeated until all points have been treated accordingly.

Hair removal with hot wax

This method is for advanced. Beginners should be treated for the first time in a waxing studio. So you can check the procedure with an experienced beautician.

Hot wax is supplied in small beads. These are heated in a water bath, in the microwave or in a special device. Then the liquid wax cools to a tolerable temperature. Take care not to use the wax too hot: A temperature test with the back of the hand provides security.

The wax is now applied in a straight line in hair growth direction. It should always be treated only a small area, which makes the removal easier. On the wax then a strip of fabric is placed, which combines with wax and hair.

Once the wax has cooled, the strip is pulled off with a quick jerk. This happens contrary to the hair growth direction. Then the wax residues are completely removed with oil from the skin. A cooling care lotion helps to avoid skin irritations.

Benefits of hair removal with wax

Anyone who removes unwanted body hair with wax will tear out the hair together with the hair root. It takes a correspondingly long time for the hair to regrow. The method is very skin-friendly, as the wax combines with the hair and not with the skin. In addition, each body site needs to be treated only once.

After a shave hard stubble can be felt after a short time. After waxing, it may take up to four weeks for the hair to regrow. The method is very thorough and removes the hair completely. In addition, only thin and sparse hair grows over time. The period until the next application is extended.

Another advantage: The practical cold wax strips can be used very easily and at home alone. There are no special skills or previous knowledge necessary.

And what are the disadvantages?

As practical and thorough as the method is, it has one major disadvantage – it does not work without pain. The individual pain sensation plays a big role here. For some, the treatment may be unpleasant, the other one is very painful. A consolation: Over time, habituation often occurs. In addition to a targeted cooling of the skin area also painkilling creams can help.

In addition, for hair removal to be successful with wax, the hair should have a minimum length of four millimeters. Otherwise the wax will not catch all hair and short hairs will be left behind. Who has irritated skin or is suffering from a sunburn, should not make any hair removal with wax.

When working with hot wax, there is a risk of burning if the temperature is not carefully controlled. In varicose veins, the hot wax method can also cause hematomas, because the hot wax additionally expands the veins. Those affected should therefore better choose the cold wax method.