Can You Wax Your Face?

Jul 19, 2024

Part 1: Understanding Face Waxing

Just like we would wax any part of our body like chest, arms, legs, back, etc., face waxing is removing facial hair using waxing technique. Ideally, most people get these hair removed in a facial waxing treatment:

Eyebrows
Upper lip
Chin
Cheeks
Jawline
Sideburns
Forehead
Nose
Neck

What Are the Most Popular Waxing Techniques Suitable for Face?

Waxing Strips

You can buy waxing stips available in the market such as Veet that are ready to use. We can use these waxing stips on our face just like any other body part. Waxing strips are ideal if your facial hair has not grown out too much, otherwise you will have to trim your long hair first.

Hard Wax (Stripless)

Hard wax is better if you have coarse, dense, and long hair. We suggest this method for males and females and those who have a low pain tolerance policy. It’s better if you get a hard waxing done by a professional because facial skin is very sensitive.

Sugaring

You can make a gel or a paste using sugar, water, and lemon juice and apply it to your face to remove facial hair. This is called “sugaring” and it will leave a light to moderate scent to your face depending on how much lemon juice you have added. If you want a different scent, you can add a few drops of scent to this paste.

Cold/Hot Wax

Some people go for hot wax but we recommend cold wax over hot wax because cold wax will be gentler to your skin and you will get a better control over its application on the face to get precise hair removal. Hot wax can burn your face and make it more sensitive.

Part 2: Is It Okay To Wax Your Face?

Waxing Face Benefits

Waxing our face will not make our hair regrow thicker and denser, so it’s a relief for females.
We can treat our ingrown hair with the waxing method.
Waxing our facial hair will give us long-lasting results and we will get freedom from quick shaves every alternate day.
If we want to shape specific hair such as eyebrows precisely, waxing will let us do so nicely.

Waxing Face Drawbacks

It can be painful and uncomfortable to wax our facial skin because it is very sensitive, soft, and delicate.
Any errors during the treatment can give us skin allergies and wounds like skin tearing.
We have to be very cautious with the sensitive parts like eyes and nostrils.

Does Face Waxing Loosen Skin?

When we wax, the wax pulls hair with force. During this process, the skin gets pulled as well. So, we will feel added softness and elasticity on our face right after waxing but this should barely last for a few minutes, hours, or up to a day.

Skin elasticity is a completely different concept and waxing does not make our skin loose or tight. But we can see temporary softening of our skin due to this logic above.

Part 3: How to Prep Face for Waxing?

If your hair are long, please trim them to at most half an inch.
Wash your face with a mild soap and pat dry it so that you don’t irritate the skin.
If you think that waxing can be painful, please take a painkiller 30 to 60 minutes before your treatment.
Exfoliate your face so that the hair becomes ready for the treatment.

A Few Dos & Don’ts For Better Results & Elevated Skin Health

Don’t be harsh with your facial skin such as rubbing harshly with the towel.
Don’t do makeup and don’t go out in the sun as it can damage your skin.
Don’t use chemical products on your face before the treatment.
Take painkillers if you are worried about the pain.
Do a patch test if you are doing facial wax for the first time.
Ask any experienced person before you do facial waxing yourself.
Always keep your face clean and completely dry before you do facial waxing.
If you notice any redness or doubtful skin condition, please take remedies such as aloe vera gel or coconut oil application.
Don’t neglect any worsening skin condition and see a doctor immediately if the situation seems risky after waxing.

Part 4: How Often Can You Wax Your Face?

You should wax your face only when the hair has reached an ideal stage to be waxed. The ideal stage for the hair is ¼ inches to ½ inches. If your hair are short, you should not wax, otherwise you may not get the best results.

What Factors Will Affect My Face Waxing Frequency?

Based on how fast your hair regrows, you need to adjust your waxing frequency.
If your skin is sensitive, we suggest that you do not wax too frequently.

Part 5: FAQs

Can You Use Nair Wax Strips on Your Face?

Yes, there is nothing wrong in using Nair waxing strips on your face. Since Nair waxing strips are compatible with sensitive areas, it’s compatible with the face too because the face is also a delicate and sensitive part.

Can You Wax Your Face While Pregnant?

Face is already a delicate and sensitive part and the skin becomes even more delicate and sensitive during pregnancy. We suggest not waxing your face if you are pregnant because there will be a lot of hormonal fluctuations and your face will be very sensitive during this time. But if it is very important for you, you may do a patch test and don’t forget to take painkillers first.

Can You Wax Your Face After Laser Hair Removal?

No, waxing and laser hair removal are two hair removal methods and you should not combine them. Do not wax your face before or after laser hair removal because the lasers are already working on your hair roots after a treatment. Waxing will ruin the laser treatment.

Can I Wash My Face After Waxing?

Yes you can wash your face only with a mild soap or a cleanser gently and with utmost care. Pat dry your face instead of rubbing.

Conclusion

It is safe to wax your face if you follow the steps properly. We strongly recommend not to wax your face if it is too delicate, sensitive, or if you are pregnant or you have a laser hair removal treatment under progress. Alternatively, if you are concerned about the pain and still want freedom from regular shaves, we suggest IPL devices for long-lasting treatment such as Ulike Air 10.