Waxing vs Shaving: The better choice

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This article was written by Limpho Nonkonyane.

The hair removal process can be daunting and painful for some, as you can not control the amount of hair that grows on your body, and whether you shave or wax it will grow back eventually.

When determining which option you want, it is important to understand that you should choose something that won’t make your skin react badly, as some wax creams not only smell bad but can cause a rash if left for too long. Let’s also not forget the pain of a razor blade.

According to Starpilwax, shaving has become a popular way of removing your hair as it removes the hair from the surface of your skin rather than the root, leading it to grow back faster. Waxing, on the other hand, involves applying hot wax to your hair and then pulling it off.

Despite waxing and shaving having many side effects, it is important to remember to always shave or wax in the direction your hair grows to stop it from growing back quickly.

Healthline adds that both hair removal methods exfoliate your skin by removing dead cells and allowing new skin cells to grow. The hub also mentions that both methods can be done in the comfort of your home or by a professional doctor if you want to do laser hair removal.

Deluxe shop provides the benefits and side effects of shaving and waxing:

ADVANTAGES

• Shaving is quick and painless, requiring only a razor and shaving lotion.
• Waxing removes hair from its source, resulting in smooth skin for three to six weeks.
• Repeated treatments result in finer, lighter hair growth.

DISADVANTAGES

• Hair is shaved at the skin’s surface, resulting in quick regrowth.
• Regular shaving can cause skin irritation, dents and wounds.
• Professional waxing can be expensive and painful.

This article first appeared on Bona.