For some parts of our bodies, achieving smooth skin means going hair-free. While you may choose to shave your hair easily, this hair removal technique can result to some bumps and ingrown hairs, and that’s not pretty.
That’s why waxing has been more suggested by skin professionals for hair removal when it comes to areas such as underarms, legs, arms, upper lip and vajay, in comparison to shaving.
According to New York-based dermatologist Angela Lamb, M.D. and director of Westside Mount Sinai Dermatology Faculty Practice in an interview with Elle Magazine, waxing has indeed skincare benefits.
“When wax is applied to your skin and then removed, it peels away any excess dead skin cells with it. The results are like a two-for-one wax and exfoliation treatment. Waxing can actually simultaneously remove some of the top layers of dead skin cells, which can make your skin feel smoother,” Dr. Angela said.
Aside from achieving nice, smooth skin, waxing can make you go hair-free for longer.
“Because the hair comes out by the root, it grows back in much slower than shaving, so you stay nice and smooth longer,” Lamb added.
Here are more reasons why you should consider waxing when trying to go hair-free:
1. Less and finer regrowth of hair
With shaving, the hairs are cut off close to skin level. Because waxing allows for the hairs to be pulled from the roots, the best known benefit of waxing is that the hairs don’t grow back as quickly. Some can enjoy being smooth-free for three to four weeks.
Aside from longer time for regrowth, waxing can also result to the growth of finer hairs. Waxing removes the hairs at the follicles, which means that when the hair regenerates and grows back, it does so with a finely tapered end. Some individuals even end up with a sparser coverage of hair with waxing over time. With waxing for a long period of time, one can end up not feeling as hairy once the hair grows back.
2. Smoother finish
Waxing experts can help you go totally hair- and smooth-free, as shaving can cause missed areas since you cannot possibly shave everything alone especially when it comes to private areas.
Shaving can also result to stubbles and bumps on your skin. Meanwhile, waxing is like exfoliation.
A build-up of dead skin cells can cause dryness, outbreaks, bumps and blemishes. With waxing, all these are removed for you as part of the process. The result is that the waxed area is smooth, radiant, clean and fresh. But an important note to remember, don’t exfoliate 48 hours before and after your waxing appointment as this can make your skin more sensitive.
3. No shaving rash
Shaving can cause rashes for some people, an inflammation of the skin caused by irritation from the blade and the shaving technique. With waxing, you can avoid this for three to four weeks at a time– giving your skin a chance to rest, rejuvenate and calm down.
In the Philippines, one of the best hair removal salons is Singapore-founded Pink Parlour. Founded in 2005, Pink Parlour is a hair removal expert known for its special waxing formulation for less pain results, plus no double dipping techniques for more hygienic waxing experience– making sure you can enjoy topnotch waxing services for your privates areas, underarms, legs, arms, upper lip and even eyebrows.
Pink Parlour has just opened its new branch in the country at Greenhills Mall 0 Square at the Greenhills Shopping Center in San Juan. Known for its pink and kitten-themed interiors, Pink Parlour is a good choice for a spot to bond with your girls while preening, as Pink Parlour has Instagrammable decors while also offering nailcare services, spray tanning and other amazing beauty sessions such as the Bumbum Facial.
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Pink Parlour Greenhills is located at U-OS2-19 Ground Floor Osquare Greenhills Shopping Center San Juan City. You may contact Pink Parlour via SMS/ Whatsapp/ Viber thru + 63 9672934319, or you may book your appointment here. For info on other branches, services and updates, follow Pink Parlour at instagram.com/pinkparlourph.