Side Effects of Waxing Your Face

Are there any side effects of waxing your face?

Unfortunately, yes. But that doesn’t mean waxing the face is dangerous altogether. 

Just like everything else you use on your face — a cleanser, toner, makeup, etc., even waxing your face can have certain repercussions.

This guide is all about face waxing. Here, you will finally find out whether it is worth the risk or not. Although I could never deny the side effects of it, there are some benefits to face waxing that surprisingly a lot of people are silent about.

Perhaps this waxing guide will expose all of those secret benefits too.

The side effects — why you shouldn’t use wax on your face

It hurts. Face waxing hurts a lot more than body waxing. Plus, in the worst-case scenario, it could result in slight bleeding. But trust me — it isn’t serious.

The skin on your face is just more sensitive than anywhere else on your body. So, when you remove hair with so much force, sometimes it will result in either bleeding or temporary blood patches on your face.

The bigger concern is that a bad waxing job can leave a permanent mark on your face. If you use an ingredient that you are allergic to on your body, and it causes skin irritation, you can always cover it with your clothes. Unfortunately, when it is on your face, it will be too difficult to do that.

Moreover, when waxing your face, you don’t really get to do a trial run. If it’s your body and the whole thing fails, you can simple re-wax the hair off. But if the same happens on your face, ingrown hair becomes practically inevitable.

Why is that such a bad thing?

Because it can lead to whiteheads. What’s worse, it can also cause pus-filled boils on your face.

Finally, waxing facial hair is not a solution for an event that will take place less than 24 hours after doing it. Actually, that can be a bad idea. Sun exposure or environmental pollutants can seriously affect your face when it’s freshly waxed.

What are the other alternatives for getting rid of facial hair?

Shaving, tweezing, epilating, depilatory creams and laser hair removal are some other available alternatives. However, just like waxing, each facial hair removal technique has its own pros and cons.

Remember — at the end of the day, you know your skin better than anyone else. So don’t let anyone lure you into using expensive hair removal methods. Consult a professional and make a well-informed decision.

The benefits — why you should use wax on your face

Unfortunately, some women experience a faster hair growth cycle and a lot of facial hair. Remember, you’re beautiful nonetheless; but if you want to remove the excess hair on your face, waxing is probably one of the best solutions for you.

Some women resort to bleaching. But that is definitely a bad idea because the results are often disastrous and pretty noticeable.

Moreover, waxing, unlike shaving, does not have to be done too often. So you won’t have to worry about little strands of hair growing near your upper lip or ears.

Plus, waxing removes the hair from its root. In contrast, bleaching and shaving can do quite a patchy job.

Finally, the most important benefit of waxing is that it damages the hair follicles. Although that sounds terrible, when it comes to the face, it’s actually a good thing.

The damaged hair follicles will reduce overall hair growth. So, after some time, you won’t even have to remove facial hair as frequently as you used to.

Are there ways to prevent the side effects of waxing facial hair?

Yes, as a matter of fact, there are.

The first and most important among them is to read the instructions as if your life depends on it. Also, make sure the waxing product is exclusively meant to be used on the face.

You should also make it a point to go through the ingredients so that you can detect anything that could result in an allergic reaction. Actually, you should do that with every product you use on yourself. Remember — precaution is always better than cure.

If you suffer from severe acne or extremely sensitive skin, avoid waxing the sensitive areas. It would be better for you to have a professional do the job for you because they will know how to treat sensitive skin.

As for the pain, there isn’t anything you can do to stop that, unfortunately. Whether it’s your face or your body, waxing is going to hurt. However, you can reduce the burning sensation by applying aloe vera on your face. That would be an excuse to moisturize your face too!

Conclusion

For some reason, waxing is a very controversial topic. But that is true for any hair removal technique. Whether it is laser hair removal, shaving, tweezing or waxing — each one has its own pros and cons.

In this waxing guide, I’ve shared with you all the side effects and the benefits of waxing your face. Now that you know them, it is up to you to choose the most effective method.

The bottom line is that waxing hurts, and if it isn’t done properly, it can negatively affect your life. You could damage your face forever if you make a mistake when removing the wax or if you choose the wrong ingredients.

However, if you manage to do it right, waxing is a great way to remove facial hair. The best alternative would be to get your face waxed by a professional unless you’re used to waxing on your own. In that case, you can totally DIY it.   

The side effects of waxing your face can be mild or severe. So, remember that some soothing oil and an aloe vera gel will be your best friends if the waxing irritates your skin. Make sure you’re equipped with those two products, and you’re good to go.