Women aren’t the ones who want to look their best, not only for themselves, but for their partners. Waxing for men has become increasingly popular in the past few years, because of this desire. Still, there are some who are reluctant to try waxing, believing the practice is only for women, or that waxing will be painful. Others simply prefer methods they are comfortable with like shaving, but there’s no need to fear waxing as a method of hair removal. Any man can try it for themselves in the privacy of their own home and discover what the fuss is all about!
The Benefits of Waxing Waxing for men can be extremely beneficial for men who have hair growth that is thick, or it grows in the wrong places. Waxing typically lasts longer than shaving and other alternatives, the result is often smoother, and, over time, the hair will begin growing back thinner and less noticeable. Which Areas Should Men Wax? Areas men choose to wax are different from the areas a woman would normally choose. Legs and armpits are mainly for women, but men have a whole list of spots that can get the treatment.
Depending on the thickness or the hair, how it grows in, and how an individual feels about the area determines how drastic the hair removal will be and how often it is done. Eyebrows Think eyebrows, eyebrows that grow in an unruly manner, or the dreaded unibrow can all warrant a wax job. How little or how drastic the removal is up to the individual, but most men try to simply clean up the area a bit, not wishing to wind up looking like Joan Crawford. Back of the Neck Hair growth can sometimes extend beyond the natural hairline at the nape of the neck and creep down the back of the neck.
Shaving a spot that cannot be seen every day, especially with a short hairstyle can be frustrating and tiresome. Waxing eliminates the problem for weeks at a stretch and keeps a hairstyle looking well-groomed. Back/Shoulders Back hair can grown in small patches, keep to isolated areas, creep over the shoulders, or blanket the entire back. No matter how back hair grows, most men want it gone, but the only way to remove it is to ask for help. Waxing is a distinctly better alternative to asking someone to shave your back every few days. Chest/Shoulders
A hairy chest is the calling card for a man, but, sometimes, a chest can be too hairy, or needs a little help staying within the confines of the chest. Waxing can help manage chest hair or remove it entirely and leave you with a smooth, clean chest. Toes and Knuckles Men tend to hair thicker, more noticeable hair on their fingers and toes. If the hair is dark, it may be unappealing to the man who has to see it every day. Choosing to wax the hair can give a man more self confidence if the hair bothers them. Buttocks A hairy rear end is another manly cliche, but it doesn’t make it any less real.
Many men would prefer to rid themselves of this particular hair growth, but shaving can be, well, a pain in the butt due to the difficulty in seeing what you’re doing. Waxing saves you from twisting your head in unimaginable angles and giving yourself a case of whiplash. Groin Area Increasing in popularity among men, the bikini wax or “brokini” does not interest all men, but those who do find the grooming a positive experience. Those deterred by the idea of having to head off to a salon to have this waxing done can breathe easy. A groin wax can be accomplished at home. Types of Wax Available Wax is wax, right?
Not when it comes to waxing the body. Different waxes and temperatures are used for different purposes. Hard Wax Hard wax is used for smaller surface areas like the eyebrows, knuckles, toes, the groin area, and other small patches that need removal. The big difference is that hard wax is not removed with a strip. It is applied, allowed to harden completely, and then it is simply peeled off using the fingers. Soft Wax Soft wax is used for larger areas like the chest and back. The wax is heated and applied to the hair in a thin layer before a strip is laid over it to be peeled away, taking the hair with it.
Sugar Wax Sugar wax is considered the natural way to wax. The wax is made with sugar, lemon juice, and water that is then boiled and allowed to set until it reaches the correct consistency. It is then applied and removed in the same manner as traditional soft wax. Hot Wax Hard and soft waxes are both waxes that need to be heated using a wax warmer. This method can be messier and takes a bit more effort, but you have better control over the amount of wax used. Cold Wax Cold wax consists of pre-made wax strips that can be bought at the drug store.
No heating is required expect sometimes using the friction from rubbing your hands together to soften the wax a bit. The strips are effective, but many people who wax prefer the warm methods. Items Needed In addition to your choice of wax, you will need the following: A wax warmer (not needed for pre-waxed strips) Muslin strips Popsicle or wooden sticks for application of the wax Body oil to remove leftover wax on the skin A soothing aloe gel to apply after the hair removal How to Wax Properly Waxing for men is not difficult, but you may need to ask for someone to help to do your back if you choose to wax yourself.
Begin by thoroughly cleansing and drying the area you will be working on, but do not apply any moisturizer. The wax will not stick well if your skin is wet or covered in a product. Warm your wax and apply to a small test area to make sure you do not have a skin reaction to the wax. Start waxing by applying the wax where you want to remove hair. Hard wax must be applied thickly and allowed to solidify before removal or the hair will not come out with it. Soft wax should be applied thinly using a stick. Place a strip over the wax, smooth it down, and yank it off from one end, pulling at an angle, in a single, swift motion.
Pulling slowly will not remove the hair properly and will hurt more. Waxing for men is not about who can stand the most pain. Be efficient and it will go faster & look better. Apply the gel to alleviate any redness or irritation. How Not to Wax Since waxing for men can be a new experience, you should be mindful about a few things. Wax hair that is between 1/4″ and 1/2″ long Keep skin taut as wax is applied and strips are removed Take a pain reliever before you start if you are concerned about pain, but it won’t as much as you think Never use wax on the nipples!!!!