Mens Hair Removal

Women seem to have been waxing their legs for ages, while men are only recently catching on to the trend of leg waxing. Traditionally only men that competed in sports like cycling, swimming or body building even considered leg waxing, but now men from all walks of life are starting to do it.

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If you are predisposed to spider veins, stay away from leg waxing as it might make it even more prominent. Having a pain killer an hour or two before doing the waxing might reduce the pain and discomfort.

If you  go to a salon / spa to do your male leg waxing, check whether your feet is also included or not. Waxing your feet might be good for the hairless-feet- in-sandals-on-the-beach look, so it is worth considering. Also consider a spa if you can’t reach all the parts of your legs or aren’t confident that you can finish once the pain has started (or because you can’t reach the back of your legs). Some spas also include a buttock wax or Speedo wax option, so decide what you want and go for that. Costs for a full leg wax ranges from $50 – $80.

The wax gets applied in big swathes with a wooden spatula. A muslin- or cotton cloth gets pressed on. Then giving the wax some time to cool down and get properly acquainted with the hair, it gets ripped of quickly in the direction against the hair growth.

After getting the leg waxing, apply proper after care treatment and don’t wear tights or other tight clothing as it will trap moisture and cause the pores to close. This is undesirable as it might cause ingrown hairs and follicitus (small pimples). 

Smooth legs are within your grasp if you are willing to grit your teeth and get some leg waxing done.

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The pubic waxing region treatment is often referred to as the BCS or Back, Crack and Sack wax. More and more spa and clinics who accept men for waxing are also offering to do pubic waxing. Check with your local spa whether they do and whether they have an experience person on the team doing it. Don’t try to wax your genitals at home as you can rip and tear it easily – let someone else do it, trust me.

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There are two options for pubic hair waxing. The first is the Brazilian which will wax all hair save a little landing strip or mustache above the penis. The second option is the or the ‘Hollywood’ wax – the Full Monty – which will remove all the hair around your genitals.

It is a good idea to clean the area with a shower before hand so you don’t embarrass yourself with uncleanness or bad odors. 

Feel free to remind the person waxing you to be careful as the area is sensitive (they should know, but better safe than sorry). 

You’ll be asked to stretch the skin taut which will bring the hair follicles closer to the surface and make it easier to remove.

It is not unusual to get an erection while the procedure is going on, so no need to feel embarrassed about it. They are professionals and will get on with the job. It actually helps by stretching the skin and causing adrenalin flow which will numb some of the pain.

Take good care of your skin afterwards by rubbing on some anti-septic and natural moisturizer like Aloe Vera gel. And wear loose cotton clothing to allow the skin to breathe and prohibit moisture from building up which can cause bacteria to grow. Don’t have sex for the first 24-48 hours after treatment, as it also risks infecting the follicles (or the torn skin if there is any). After that, you might consider getting a gentle exfoliating brush to prevent ingrown hairs.

Taking proper care to prepare before as well as after care treatment will ensure that you survive to wax another today. Pubic waxing is painful but for a lot of men it is worth it.

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The idea of chest waxing for men have no doubt been spurred on by the media’s portrayal of the bare chested and successful sex symbol men. From David Beckham to Will Smith, the bare chest speaks of fertility and success, so why not you?

You might be tempted to try the home waxing kit on your chest. After all, how difficult can it be, right? Well, you can, and at least it is a body part that is within reach, but do you want to do all that painful ripping stuff to yourself when the guilt can be transferred to someone else? Whether you are going to do it yourself (don’t say I didn’t try to warn you), or whether you’ll get a professional to help, the preparation and after care should be the same.

Preparing your chest for waxing

Take a shower / bath before your waxing session. This cleans away any dirt and grime allowing the wax better grip. It also takes care of bacteria which might cause infection of the hair follicles leading to small pimples all over (follicitus). If you have really long chest hair, it might also be good to trim the fur with a clipper to about a number 2 or 3 (the wax still needs at least ¼ to ½ inch of hair to grab on to).

If you are going to a spa or salon for treatment, ask them if you need to do any additional preparation. If you have any concerns now is the type to find out if it is a problem.

You should never wax the nipples, and when waxing around them just be extra careful as the are very sensitive and can bleed or tear easily. Also decide (or ask the person doing it) whether you want the stomach waxed as well, as it is not automatically included.

The wax gets applied in the direction of the hair growth and ripped off in the opposite direction. If it is the first time you are doing male chest waxing, you might experience some bleeding as the hair gets ripped out of the follicle quite violently. Make sure to apply an anti-septic afterwards to minimise the risk of infection.

Underarm waxing

You might consider underarm waxing at the same time. Waxing your armpits will improve your hygiene as it generates less sweat and perspiration, allowing less favorable circumstance for bacteria and odors to breed. Hairless armpits is also more pleasing aesthetically as illustrated by almost all male models lifting their arms above their heads.

So check with the clinic whether underarm waxing is included or not. If it is, make sure they are using hard wax (non-strip) for waxing your armpits as it is better for the sensitive skin.

After your chest waxing

Immediately afterwards, apply anti-septic and some natural soothing lotion like Aloe Vera gel. Wear loose clothing to allow the skin to breathe. And remember that the hair follicles are open for 24 – 48 hrs so stay away from anything that can infect or harm it: direct sunlight, sun-beds, saunas, other people’s skins (no sex), etc. 

Keep applying the soothing gel/cream and the redness and irritation should dissipate. As the hair starts growing again from below the skin, you run the risk of ingrown hairs. To combat this, use exfoliating lotion 3 to 5 times a week to clear away dead skin cells and leave the pores open for hair to get through. If you still get ingrown hairs, it is best to treat it with special lotions, rather than trying to dig them out.

If you’ve taken care of your chest before and after waxing, you will experience the smooth chest effect that you were after. The hair will eventually grow back and in 6 to 8 weeks time, you’ll need to do another male chest waxing session. But after the first time, the hair is softer and the pain becomes less, so it might well be worth it to be a sex symbol!

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Male back waxing should be done with the help of someone else like a partner or a professional aesthetician. It is the most common area that is waxed by men and the least painful, so it is a good place to start.

If you go to a clinic, ask whether the shoulders are included as it sometimes isn’t and you might want to include it.

Wax is applied with a spatula in the direction of hair growth. A muslin cloth is put on top of the wax and after setting a bit, pulled of quickly in the direction against the growth of hair.

The small or lower area of the back is actually a bit more sensitive than the rest of your back, so it might be a good idea to ask the person doing the waxing to start there. Get the most painful part out of the way and it can only get less painful from there.

After the wax, remove any remaining wax and apply a soothing gel and some anti-bacterial lotion to prevent bacterial infections. When you are getting dressed again, where loose fitting clothing that are soft on the skin like cotton.

After a day or two, the redness and swelling should be gone and if you’ve applied the correct after care treatments, you should now have smoothly waxed back for the next 3 to 6 weeks. The hair will grow back softer and more slowly the more you do it. So keep going for the male back waxing treatment to achieve that smooth look for longer.

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If you are thinking of male body waxing, you have two options to consider: doing it at home DIY style, or going to a clinic/spa to let a professional do it for you. I will try to highlight the issues and things to look out for to help you choose the best way to go about it.

First question is can you reach the area that you want to wax? Waxing your own back might be a problem for example unless you have a friend or partner willing to help you out.

Another question is how pain tolerant you are? This applies to general hair removal and waxing at home in particular because once you realize how painful that next rip is going to be, you might not want to continue. In such cases a professional hair removal technician might be a good idea.

And consider how you would look without hair? You might look cute like a teddy bear now, but after a wax, you might look like a hairless cat. Most people promoting male body waxing, will show you images of toned and sculpted hairless men, but that might not be what you look like. So think whether you will actually look better without hair as you might not be so well defined as the waxed models.

Body waxing at home

If you decide to do your male body waxing at home, you’ll need to prepare properly. There are two different waxes on the market – hard non-strip wax and soft strip wax. Use hard non-strip wax for sensitive areas like the genitals and armpits, and strip wax for areas like the chest, shoulders and back. You should also get some strips (if you go for the strip wax option), some (wooded) spatulas, and cleaning and soothing creams / gels for before and after treatment of your skin.

Once you have a suitable wax or waxes, you can start the other preparations. Make sure to set a lot of time aside for the waxing. Shower and clean properly before hand as well as it will give the wax better grip on the hair. If you are a bit sensitive, a painkiller an hour or so before you start will help alleviate some of the pain.

And make sure your hair are at least a ¼ to ½ inch long so there is something to hold onto for the wax. And do read the instructions on the home waxing kit as well so you can follow the proper instructions.

Once you’ve heated the wax, test the heat by dropping some on your wrist. If its at the right temperature, apply it with the spatula to the area you want to wax. Spread it on in the direction of the hair growth, let it set for a bit (check the wax instructions for how long) and then pull it off quickly in the direction opposite of the hair growth.

Work slowly and do small sections at a time as it really hurts if you have to do it over again.

Apply some anti-septics and soothing gel afterwards to prevent follicitus and reduce chances of ingrown hair.

Professional body waxing for men

The other option is to go to a male clinic or spa that offer waxing treatments for men. This is more suitable for those out of reach areas like the back, or the sensitive areas like the genitals. Phone before hand to check whether the option you want to do are available and that they have people who have done it before. Some clinics offer to do house calls for waxing, so if you are sensitive about it you might want to check if that is an option where you live.

Again, it is recommended to take a shower before going in for waxing. You might also consider popping a pain reliever for the pain.

At the salon, they should ask for a consultation or ask you to fill out a form. This is to check whether you have any medical conditions that you are aware of and whether waxing is suitable for you. It is also a good time to ask any questions you have or raise any of your concerns.

Once the waxing has started, just grit your teeth and bear it – it should be over soon. That being said, it is YOUR body, so if you feel uncomfortable or something doesn’t feel right, let them know and ask them to stop.

If you are waxing your pubic area, you might also be asked to assist be stretching the skin taut to make the waxing more effective.

After treatment, they’ll rub in some ointments and should also provide you with after care information.

The after treatment care should be the same, whether you are doing it at home or at a clinic. Stay out of the sun and sun-beds, and anything that can contain germs or bacteria (saunas or sex), for at least 24 hours. Applying some Aloe Vera gel (or any Vitamin E lotion) should also help with redness and soothing the skin irritation. After a couple of days, start using exfoliation cream to remove dead skin cells and reduce the chance of ingrown hairs.

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Eyebrow waxing for men usually go hand in hand with eyebrow styling. At other times it is done to remove a uni- or monobrow. Because of the symmetry issues when working with eyebrows it is recommended that you get someone else to help you with this: either a partner or a professional.

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You’ll need to use hot non-strip wax which are more suitable for use on sensitive skin (it is still going to hurt, but less than with strip wax). Clean the area that you want to wax with water and some alcohol to remove the oil from hair so that the wax can adhere to it. You might want to use some marker to show how the eyebrow will be styled and for guidance to which spots to wax.

Heat the wax as appropriate and test it by dropping some on your wrist. If ready, apply the wax with a spatula to the area you want to wax with the direction of hair growth. Let it cool some and adhere to the hair, then pull it off quickly in the opposite direction of the hair growth.

Repeat this procedure for all the little areas where you want the hair removed/shaped. IF you missed some stray hairs, it might be better to pluck it than to reapply the wax as the skin is already very sensitive.

When you’re done, clean up the remaining wax, and apply a soothing lotion to the area affected. Stay out of the sun and away from sun-beds for at least 24 hours to give your skin some time to recover.

The cost of eyebrow waxing and shaping is in the region of $10 – $20.

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