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The difference between wax and sweetness

Hair removal

Many people have unwanted hair, and hair appears on the upper lip, chin, cheek area, back, legs, fingers, feet and other areas of the body. There are many reasons for the appearance of hair, such as genetics, and the use of some medications such as steroids. There are many ways to remove unwanted hair, such as shaving, plucking, hair removal creams, threading, sugaring, waxing, and lasers. We will talk about the best traditional methods of hair removal, which are sugaring and waxing.

The difference between wax and sweetness

Hair removal using traditional methods gets rid of hair from the roots; It takes a period of two to six weeks for hair to grow again, and the components of wax differ from sweetness.

sweetness

Sugaring uses different ingredients than wax; It consists of natural food ingredients such as sugar, lemon juice, and water, and sometimes some essential oils, salt, and honey are added. There are two types of sweetness for hair removal: the paste, which is very thick, and the second type, which has a gelatinous consistency and resembles wax. It is worth noting that the sweetness paste is soluble in water, so it can be removed by washing it with water. The sweetness is kept at room temperature and used in areas of the body that are more sensitive than others, such as the chest area, etc.

  • How to use the paste:
    • Apply the paste to the hands in the opposite direction of hair growth.
    • Place a piece of cloth on the sweetness.
    • Removing it in the direction of hair growth, and removing hair in the direction of its growth; Which helps reduce pain.

note: Halawa paste is at room temperature.

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  • How to use sweetness gel:
    • Heat the jelly in the microwave.
    • Apply the gel in the direction of hair growth, like wax.
    • Place a piece of cloth on the sweetness.
    • Remove them against the direction of hair growth.

wax

Wax is made from natural ingredients such as beeswax, honey, and essential oils, but artificial perfumes, dyes, chemicals, and preservatives are added to it, so when removing it, it requires a special wax remover, or baby oil, and it is common for people to be allergic to the wax. Because its ingredients contain synthetic fragrances that can make the skin red and irritated.

  • How to use wax:
    • Heat the wax and place it on the skin.
    • Place the wax in the direction of hair growth, and cover it with a cloth.
    • Remove the cloth against the direction of hair growth; To get rid of hair.
    • Repeat this process once every three to four weeks.

Natural hair removal methods

Getting rid of body hair permanently is difficult, but there are some effective natural treatments and recipes. To get rid of body hair and control it, including:

  • Raw papaya: Papaya is a tropical fruit that contains many vitamins and minerals. It contains an enzyme called papain, which destroys hair follicles, which slows down hair growth and thus delays the appearance of hair on the body. Papaya nourishes the skin and can be applied to sensitive skin. Papaya is considered a useful exfoliating substance. Get rid of body hair.
    • Ingredients:
      • A quantity of raw papaya.
      • Amount of raw turmeric root.
    • How to prepare:
      • Peel and cut the papaya into small cubes, then mash it, add the turmeric root, and mix the ingredients well. To get a dough.
      • Apply the paste to unwanted body hair.
      • Gently massage the paste onto the skin.
      • Leave the dough for 20 minutes.
      • Wash the skin with warm water. The skin color may turn yellow due to turmeric. But it will disappear in a few days.
      • Repeat this process once or twice every week.
  • Turmeric: Turmeric is a powerful root that is added to curries, sauces, and some foods. Turmeric contains powerful antioxidants called curcumin. Curcumin reduces inflammation and fights bacteria. To maintain healthy skin, turmeric reduces hair growth.
    • Ingredients:
      • One tablespoon of turmeric powder.
      • Quantity of sesame oil.
      • A tablespoon of wheat flour.
    • How to prepare:
      • Mix the ingredients well; To get a thick paste.
      • Apply the paste with your fingers to unwanted body hair.
      • Leave the dough to dry for 30 minutes.
      • Wash the skin with warm water, and use a gentle cleansing motion; To get rid of the dough.
      • Repeat the recipe once a week.
  • Sugar, honey and lemon: Using sugar with honey is a natural alternative to paraffin wax, which is used by many places dedicated to hair removal, and it is financially expensive. A little lemon is added to whiten the hair and reduce its appearance. When honey and sugar are mixed, we get a thick wax when used, as it nourishes the skin. To remove hair easily.
    • Ingredients:
      • A tablespoon of honey.
      • a tablespoon of sugar.
      • A quantity of lemon.
      • Amount of cornstarch.
      • piece of cloth
    • How to prepare:
      • Mix all ingredients in a metal bowl.
      • Heat the mixture slowly; To prevent it from burning; To obtain a thick paste like wax.
      • Add a little cornstarch to the areas with excess hair. This prevents the wax mixture from sticking to the skin.
      • Apply the wax to the skin in the direction of the hair, with a piece of cloth to remove it.
  • Lentils, potatoes, honey and lemon juice: Potatoes contain acid that helps whiten body hair, lighten their color, and make them less visible, and adding lentils to potatoes makes them more effective.
    • Ingredients:
      • A quantity of yellow lentils.
      • A piece of potato.
      • A tablespoon of honey.
      • A tablespoon of lemon juice.
    • How to prepare:
      • Soak the lentils in a bowl of water overnight.
      • Grind lentils in the morning with potatoes, honey, and lemon juice; To get a thick paste.
      • Apply the paste to your body hair, then leave it for 30 minutes.
      • Washing the skin with water.
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