A real nightmare, as most women consider it to be waxing.
Let’s face it, pulling hair is really not pleasant at all, as the hairs are pulled out entirely, with the hair bulb, in this technique, which means that you really need to be very masculine to face this challenge.
But why is this moment not that painful for many women?
The answer is simple, of course, that this moment is not easy for anyone, and suffering with waxing is inevitable, but the truth is that there are some attitudes that help make this process less traumatic. Want to know which ones?
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See below 11 tips to reduce pain and discomfort during waxing:
1- Drink plenty of water
Firstly, the skin needs to be well hydrated, as this will be healthy, and, of course, it will suffer less when waxing, as the hair will be less brittle, making it easier to come off completely.
Not to mention that dry skin has more exposed nerve endings, which become more sensitive and transmit more pain impulses during hair removal. Believe me, the best way to hydrate your skin is from the inside out, that is, by drinking lots of water.
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2 – Do not use moisturizer on the day of waxing
Many people think that slathering on moisturizer on the day of waxing will compensate for the lack of water intake, but this is a big mistake, and will only make the situation worse, as the moisturizer creates a small film on the skin, due to its more oily substances, making it difficult for the wax to adhere, that is, it does not stick to the skin and, consequently, the hair cannot be pulled out. Result…more pain!
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3- Do not shave during the premenstrual period
Even waxing becomes more complicated in the period before menstruation.
Believe me, in the premenstrual period the conduction of pain is much greater, as the nerves increase the synapses made, intensifying the sensations.
Although this problem has specific days to occur, normally three days before and two days after the start of menstruation, the tip is to leave shaving after this phase.
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4- Avoid coffee before shaving
And not just coffee, in fact, any stimulating drink, some soft drinks and energy drinks should be avoided for three hours before waxing. This is because the caffeine present in these items causes nerve impulses to increase in the skin, making the pain even more intense.
So, leave the coffee or soda for later, ok?
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5- Take a hot bath
Try a hot shower before shaving, as the heat from the shower acts in a similar way to the heat from wax, dilating the pores and allowing the hair bulbs to pass through with less resistance, reducing pain.
However, it is worth remembering that very hot water removes the horny layer of the skin, which protects it, leaving it more sensitive!
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6- Exfoliate the area
Also try exfoliating the area that will be waxed, as this helps to remove dead cells, making it easier for the hair to come out, causing less pain. However, it is important to do this process constantly, and not just before waxing.
Try, however, to use products recommended by your dermatologist, as some homemade exfoliants can have an uneven surface and end up causing damage to the skin, which can cause even more pain during waxing!
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7- Wait for the hair to grow before shaving
It is essential to let the hair grow between one waxing and another, as longer hairs stick more easily to the wax and consequently come out more quickly, while shorter hairs require more attempts, meaning they will cause even more pain.
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8- Avoid pain medication!
For many, medications mean an easy way out of pain, but they are not, although many people insist on taking painkillers or even applying xylocaine to the area that will be shaved, this can end up causing more suffering after the effect wears off.
What’s more, the medicine can mask the pain, and you end up not feeling the heat of the wax, causing burns in the area.
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9- Choose the right wax
It’s worth keeping in mind that not all wax is the same! It is possible to shave using hot or cold wax, and the latter tends to cause much more discomfort. This is because hot wax, when applied, causes the follicles to open and the hair to come out more easily.
Therefore, the tip is to opt for hot wax, especially in more sensitive areas, such as the groin.
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10- Bet on ice
Another tip is to use ice, despite contracting the follicles, it has a high analgesic effect on the skin, reducing pain at the time of application.
However, to avoid leaving the area wet with ice that will melt upon contact with the skin, the tip is to invest in thermal plates, which make the area cold without moistening the area.
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11- Relax your body
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Tension makes it difficult for hair to come out and when our body is tense, hard, the pain is more intense, not to mention that the anticipation of pain also gets in the way, as the patient is already focused on it from the beginning.
Therefore, when shaving, try to relax and relax.
