Waxing
Waxing
Waxing (/ˈwæksɪŋ/) is a popular method of semi-permanent hair removal which removes the hair from the root. New hair will not grow back in the previously waxed area for four to six weeks, although some people will start to see regrowth in only a week due to some of their hair being on a different human hair growth cycle. Almost any area of the body can be waxed, including eyebrows, face, pubic hair (called bikini waxing), legs, arms, back, abdomen, knuckles, and feet. There are many types of waxing suitable for removing unwanted hair.
Etymology
The term "waxing" comes from the process of using wax to remove hair. The word "wax" is derived from the Old English "weax", which means "material made from the honeycomb of bees".
Types of Waxing
Several types of waxing methods are used to remove hair. These include:
- Strip waxing (soft wax) is accomplished by spreading a wax thinly over the skin. A cloth or paper strip is applied and pressed firmly, adhering the strip to the wax and the wax to the skin.
- Hard waxing is applied somewhat thickly and with no cloth or paper strips. The wax then hardens when it cools, thus allowing the easy removal by a therapist without the aid of cloths or strips.
- Sugaring, traditional Egyptian method, which is similar to waxing, but uses a sticky paste made from sugar instead of wax.
Related Terms
- Epilation: The removal of hair by the root.
- Depilation: The removal of hair above the surface of the skin.
- Threading: A method of hair removal originating in the Middle East and South Asia.
- Laser hair removal: A method of hair removal using laser technology.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Waxing
- Wikipedia's article - Waxing
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