Few people like to talk about how they groom themselves. After all, it’s an intimate part of your routine. Because of this, information on waxing is rarely passed from word of mouth and requires a bit of research.

There is plenty to learn before you get waxed for the first time. What supplementary products should you consider? How do you keep it hygienic? Does the type of wax used matter?

All of that is worth knowing, but the following three things are important to understand before your first wax.

Waxing is More Effective Than Shaving

While shaving and waxing aren’t the only options for hair removal, they’re certainly the most common. For most people, the decision comes down to whether or not it’s worth it for them to make an appointment to get waxed. After all, anyone can shave at home.

Despite the ease of shaving at home, it is far less effective than getting waxed. Shaving doesn’t last nearly as long as waxing. For some people, it’s so ineffective that they need to shave every single day. Add to that the potential for infections from a dirty razor blade, and the convenience of shaving doesn’t seem as important. On the other hand, waxing is more targeted, lasts longer, and is more effective than shaving. When you consider that it takes less than half an hour per wax session, making an appointment doesn’t seem so inconvenient anymore.

It is Hygienic

Taking care of your hygiene is always important, but there are a few key things to remember when you get a wax. For instance, you should wait a day before taking a hot bath because of a chance of infection. Even with the slight risks that come with waxing, it’s important to remember that as long as you’re in a sterile environment and you are thoughtful about your hygiene following the wax, you won’t have any issues. In fact, you’ll be better off.

Brazils Waxing Center will always provide you with thorough after care information to make sure you’re ready for the 24-48 hours following your wax. It’s best to take it easy, avoiding activities that may cause heavy sweating. Make sure you stay away from tight-fitting clothing as it could cause irritation on your freshly smooth skin! Do not overstimulate the waxed area by applying any heavy creams or oils. Instead, stick to a gentle, natural soap. By following the after care advice provided by the professionals at Brazils Waxing Center, you’ll be sure to have a hygienic and satisfying wax.

Waxing is More Common Than You Think

How people remove their hair remains a taboo subject in many circles. After all, wax removal is often done in the private areas of one’s body. Because of this taboo nature, a lot of people don’t realize that they know someone who waxes.

In fact, for many people, waxing is part of their normal grooming routine. From a Brazilian or bikini wax to eyebrow waxes, there are plenty of options. Those who choose to get waxed are just as diverse. Athletes will get legs and chest hair waxed. Anyone who needs to wear any type of body armor will get waxed. Of course, the most common reason people choose to get waxed is simply because they find the result to be more aesthetically pleasing.

Because of how popular waxing has become, people often get memberships to their preferred waxing center. These memberships help keep costs down for individual waxes and allow customers to earn discounts on other products and services. Memberships make it easier to come in and get waxed frequently and avoid going back to less effective hair removal methods, like shaving.

There are, of course, plenty of other things to consider before you get waxed for the first time. However, these are some of the most important things to consider. They’re the basis of deciding whether or not waxing is the right choice for you not just short-term, but long-term as well.

For those who do decide that waxing is the right option for them, they’ll be happy to find better results than other hair removal methods. They’ll be happy with how easy and unintrusive waxing is, and they’ll be back as repeat customers for years to come.