Leg Waxing

Leg waxing is forcibly pulling leg hair out by roots using some forces of adhesion. Mostly warm wax is used for removing leg hair. The wax can be warmed in microwave for few minutes and applied thinly over legs in direction of hair growth.

Cotton strip is firmly smoothened over leg in direction of hair growth and pulled out fast in swift movement towards the top of the leg. Hairs are removed with minimum discomfort leaving smooth, flawless skin.

How to remove leg hair?

  • Shaving
  • Depilatory product
  • Waxing
  • Sugaring
  • Rotary epilators
  • Threading
  • Tweezing
  • Electrolysis
  • Laser treatment

Hair removing waxes is the best temporary way to get rid of unwanted hairs on legs.

Advantages of waxing

  • Hair becomes softer and finer.
  • Can be done at home
  • Fast and inexpensive way
  • Hardly any irritation or redness
  • Waxing kits are ready available in market
  • Hair regrowth looks lighter and less noticeable

Precautions to be taken before waxing

Hair should be at least 1/4" long and legs should be scrubbed on the day to be waxed before treatment. The women’s skin is most sensitive during first three days prior to and first three days of their periods, so waxing should be avoided during these days.

Legs should be washed with soap and water and dried well. Any makeup, lotions or deodorants may prevent removing hair. Wax should not be applied on broken, cracked, soar or sunburn skin.

Cons of leg waxing

As hair is ripped out by the root it can be a bit painful. Temporary redness bumps and inflammation is noticed after waxing. Getting waxed at professional salons may cost much. Waxing can’t be used on cracked, sunburn or soar skin.

People with moles or skin irritation should avoid waxing. Leg waxing can be bit messy if done at home, leaving floor, towels etc hairy and waxy. If cloth is not pulled in right direction or at right angle it can be painful. To wax again hair growth on legs should be at least 1/8” long..

Post waxing care

Legs should be washed with lukewarm water. Ice cube can be applied over skin. Legs should be protected from direct exposure to sun. No harsh chemicals or lotions should be applied for 24 hour. Scrubbers should not be used for at least a week. Full leg waxing would cost about $50.00 at any of the salon.