What is polymer wax and how to use it?

Smooth skin is the dream of most of the fair sex, which is why the beauty industry is relentlessly releasing new modern formulations to the market for removing unaesthetic vegetation from the surface of the body. Not so long ago, polymer depilation appeared on the market. It has undeniable advantages in comparison with other similar techniques.

Polymer depilation involves the removal of regrown hairs using film wax. Among all the other options for depilation, this one is recognized as the most effective and fastest. The procedure is technically reminiscent of the familiar shugaring with the use of sugar paste.

Advantages of polymer depilation.

• To melt the wax composition, heating up to 43 degrees is required, so the likelihood of getting a burn is completely excluded.
• Thanks to the quick setting of the wax, the procedure takes little time.
• The wax does not stick to the skin, so it can be applied without taking into account the direction of hair growth - the effectiveness of the procedure will not be affected by this.
• Polymer waxes do not contain toxic substances, they do not contain aggressive fragrances and rosin.
• Depilation with a polymer composition can be carried out on a wide variety of parts of the body, including the most sensitive (intimate zone, inter-gluteal cleft).
• Polymer wax removes even very short hairs of 2 mm, so manipulations can be carried out literally a day after shaving. For comparison: in order to perform the shugaring procedure, you need to wait until the bristles grow 4-5 mm.
• Another bonus - immediately after depilation, you can sunbathe, swim and use the sauna. It is no coincidence that polymer depilation is often used before going on vacation.
• And finally, the most important plus - well-groomed smooth skin will delight its owner for at least 5-6 weeks.

According to leading cosmetologists, film waxing is becoming an ideal solution for busy women who count every minute. The technique is suitable for the owners of sensitive skin, prone to irritation, and for all the fair sex who dream of keeping the skin well-groomed for as long as possible.

The film composition is based on a polymer, it is a mixture of synthetic resins that do not irritate the epidermis and do not cause an allergic reaction. The material has high elasticity, it is applied to the surface of the skin in an even layer, and does not break when removed.

Polymer wax has a sufficiently low melting point, so the likelihood of burns is minimized. Moisture is not dangerous for such a product either - even with hyperhidrosis of the bikini and armpits, it will work effectively, without requiring talcum powder. The substance is marketed in the form of small balls. May contain additives of organic extracts: aloe vera, chamomile, mint, as well as St. John's wort and calendula.

The products of the "Arabia" company are very popular among cosmetologists and those who plan to carry out hair removal with polymer wax at home. Waxes of this brand have become a leader in consumer reviews. The ARAVIA Professional portfolio includes three types of formulations.

• Natural. Polymeric film wax with a neutral resin odor. It contains rubber polymers, softening lanolin, and beeswax. These ingredients give the mass a special plasticity, have a softening effect on the skin and prevent inflammation. Natural resins in the structure provide good adhesion of the paste to the hairs. In addition, they have pronounced anti-inflammatory properties. The beeswax in the composition gives special elasticity, thanks to which the composition is quickly distributed over the surface of the body with a thin film, which completely eliminates its overspending. This is especially useful when working with large surface areas. The wax is removed in one track and does not require the use of additional accessories. The light pleasant aroma of spruce boron does not irritate even when you have to work with wax all day long.
• Lavender. Film composition with a pronounced lavender aroma. It contains anti-inflammatory components, so the wax is recommended for hypersensitive skin. The main ingredient is a hypoallergenic polymer. The presence of titanium dioxide with the addition of white beeswax provides a pleasant creamy texture and gives a special softness to the composition, eliminates stickiness. The wax is enriched with castor bean seed oils and French lavender extract - they have a disinfectant effect, prevent the appearance of redness and inflammation on the skin, heal wounds. In addition, the scent of lavender helps to relax and calm the client during the manipulation. The wax spreads quickly over the skin, captures even very short hairs, and is torn off in one path.
• Vanilla. This gentle product is ideal for treating intimate areas. The composition is similar to lavender.It is based on a synthetic polymer created specifically for the most sensitive skin - it is he who gives the wax increased plasticity. Titanium dioxide and beeswax make the structure delicate, eliminate hand stickiness, and the inclusion of castor bean seed extract disinfects and relieves inflammation. The composition does not include rosin. A slight sweet smell is provided by the inclusion of vanilla. The wax easily follows the shape of the body, when applied, it captures even very short bristles, retains its performance characteristics in areas of high humidity.

The products of the Brazilian company Skins and the Italian brand White Line (ITALWAX) are no less widespread. They are the largest players in the market with a wide variety of body hair removal products. Brand waxes have become widespread among professional craftsmen.

Depilation with a film composition includes three main stages: preparatory, direct removal of excess vegetation and further care.

Despite the fact that polymer wax is able to remove even the shortest hairs, you should first use a body scrub. It is desirable to use a composition with large abrasive particles. In this way, you can quickly prepare the skin for subsequent processing and, moreover, gently remove all the hardened particles of the epidermis.

After preparation, you can carry out the depilation itself. It includes several steps.

• First, you need to put the wax granules in a microwave oven or put in a water bath and warm up to 39-40 degrees. This is enough to dilute the wax to the desired consistency. The composition will be fully ready for use in about a quarter of an hour.
• The area of ​​the skin in the treated area must be blotted with a soft cloth to remove all excess moisture and lubricate with any antiseptic. If you sweat heavily, it is allowed to apply talcum powder to the skin.
• With a wooden spatula, you need to pick up a little warmed up wax, and then slowly, with barely noticeable pressure, apply a thin line to the skin. Spread the wax over the surface in a thin layer, leaving a small petal on one edge of the track. The direction of hair growth in this case does not matter, the polymer composition can be applied both along and against the line of growth of the bristles.

After 5-10 seconds, the wax stops sticking to the hands - this indicates that it can be removed. To do this, you need to pick up the petal with your hands or a spatula, and then remove the track with a sharp movement. It is advisable to pull the skin over itself, opposite to the direction of breakdown. Hand movement should be straight, parallel to the work surface. The procedure is repeated on all areas of the skin.

Upon completion of all manipulations, the surface of the depilated area is treated with a soothing cleansing compound. The skin freed from hair is smeared with a special gel to instantly soothe and restore the epidermis - it is advisable to use products containing hyaluronic acid and vegetable oil. Thus, the skin will be nourished, calmed and rejuvenated at the same time. Over the next several days, you can use a lotion that slows down the appearance of new hairs.

It is impossible to give an unambiguous answer to the question of how many sessions will be required to significantly slow down the growth of bristles. In the overwhelming majority of cases, it is enough to carry out depilation 6-7 times, after which new hairs become sparse, thinned and not so noticeable.

Reviews of depilation with polymer wax are generally positive. This way of dealing with unwanted vegetation is to the liking not only of clients, but also of craftsmen. According to users, the main advantage of this technique is that, in comparison with traditional wax, the procedure is less painful. This fact is confirmed even by women with a reduced pain threshold. It is no coincidence that after going through salon procedures, many people buy all the necessary materials and begin to perform depilation on their own at home. Masters also prefer this particular method of depilation due to its non-toxicity, ease of application and economical consumption.