
Stop, don't pick up that razor! Trust me...If you have ever been tempted to shave between waxes, this blog is for you. That thing that seems so innocent can reset all of the progress you've made on your skincare journey.
Now, we need to have a little chat about a big no-no in the waxing world: shaving between your waxing appointments. It might seem like a quick fix, but shaving can actually reset your waxing journey progress and cause a few other issues. Let’s dive into why sticking to your waxing routine is the best way to keep your skin smooth and hair-free.
First things first, let’s talk about hair growth cycles. Your body hair grows in three stages:
Anagen (growth phase): Hair is actively growing. (This is the best stage to get a wax, you should hit this growth phase every 4-6 weeks)
Catagen (transitional phase): Hair growth slows down.
Telogen (resting phase): Hair falls out, and the follicle rests before the new hair starts to grow.
When you wax, you remove the hair from the root, which means it takes longer for the hair to grow back and it often grows back finer and thinner. This is because waxing disrupts the hair growth cycle, making the new hair weaker. However, when you shave, you’re only cutting the hair at the surface, which doesn’t affect the root. This means the hair grows back quickly, often within a few days, and it’s just as coarse as before.

Shaving between waxes can mess up your progress for several reasons:
Coarse Hair Returns: When you shave, the hair grows back with a blunt tip, making it feel coarser and thicker. It can also be itchy and unpleasant when it grows back.
Growth Cycle Disruption: Shaving interrupts the hair growth cycle, meaning you won’t get the full benefits of waxing, such as longer-lasting smoothness and finer regrowth.
Ingrown Hairs: Shaving can lead to more ingrown hairs since the hair is cut off at the surface, which can cause it to curl back into the skin.
More painful waxes: Shaving between waxes can make your next wax more painful. You basically are resetting your progress and starting over.

To make the most of your waxing routine, here are some tips from our professional estheticians:
Stick to Your Schedule: Maintain a consistent waxing schedule to keep disrupting the hair growth cycle. This helps ensure your hair grows back finer and thinner over time.
Exfoliate Regularly: Use a gentle exfoliator like our Deck Scrub for the Brazilian or underarm area, and our Ocean Road Body Scrub for larger areas like legs and full back. This helps prevent ingrown hairs and keeps your skin smooth.
Moisturize Daily: Keep your skin hydrated with our Bump Eraiser Triple Action Lotion for smaller areas and our Ocean Road Body Lotion for larger areas. Moisturized skin is healthier and less prone to irritation and ingrown hairs.
So, next time you’re tempted to reach for the razor, remember that a quick shave can undo all the progress you’ve made with waxing. Trust the process, and you’ll love the results. Ready to book your next waxing appointment? Visit us at BARE Body Waxing Studio, and let’s keep your skin looking and feeling its best!

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