5 amazing waxing hacks every woman should know

Check out these 5 amazing waxing hacks to get silky and smooth skin.

Updated on: Aug 15, 2022, 19:00:22 IST

By Akanksha Agnihotri, Delhi

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We all have mixed feelings about waxing, but we enjoy having clean, silky hands and legs. There are numerous methods of hair removal, including shaving, epilation, hair removal lotions, and laser hair removal. However, waxing is the most popular option since it produces noticeable results that last, exfoliates the skin, prevents shaving rash, and slows down hair growth. We've included a few hacks that will improve your waxing experience and get your entire body beach-ready.

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(Also read: Smooth shaving hacks every woman should know )

1. Exfoliate

Exfoliate either a day or a couple of days before rather than on the day of your waxing. Exfoliating will slough off old, dead skin cells as well as loosen trapped hair. This makes hair removal easier so that the wax sticks only to the hair and not to any dead skin cells. This also helps to prevent ingrown hair. Hair often get trapped in dry skin, become infected and form a spot. Exfoliating makes waxing easier.

2. Moisturise

For the best results, moisturise the day before your wax instead of the day after your appointment. You can also moisturise after to help soothe skin and prevent ingrown hairs. Body lotion will moisturise your skin and also help slow down hair regrowth making it look less visible.

3. After wax cream

Apply the cream after waxing for a few days. It helps in soothing skin, reduces redness and helps prevent the little white spots some people get on their top lip or eyebrows after waxing. Prefer using a cream with sun protection (SPF15) to give extra protection from UV rays after the face or body has been waxed.

4. Do not wet your hair before waxing

Getting your hair wet right before the hair removal session may cause hair to break and make you more prone to ingrown hair. Try to stay dry for at least 2 hours before you do your waxing.

5. Let it grow

Allow 2-3 weeks or 1/4 inch of hair growth for the best waxing results. Avoid shaving before a waxing appointment and allow at least two weeks of hair growth so the wax has something to grab onto.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Akanksha Agnihotri
Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas.Read More

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