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Some people love their belly hairbut some don’t, and find it embarrassing.
What You Need
Waxing kitscan be purchased a local beauty supply or online.
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Another way you could go about it is through pre-made wax strips which are much less messy.
However, they’re also marginally less effective.
You should have enough hair (about 1/4"), but not too much.
If your hair is longer, it should be trimmed down to that length.
Electric clippers are the best way to trim because they keep hair even.
How to Apply
Use a pre-wax cleanser, and apply a light dusting of powder.
Dont over do it on the powder, because more isnt better.
Most kits will come with a cleanser and powder.
If not, any mild cleanser is fine.
verify everything you wax with is clean and sanitaryincluding your hands.
Get gloves, because wearing them makes the whole process less messy and more sanitary.
It can lead to acne.
Byrdie Tip
In case your waxing kit doesn’t come with a powder, try substituting cornstarch instead.
If you feel you better, use a numbing product prior to waxing your belly hair.
It will help alleviate some of the pain that you may experience.
Remember, the more often you wax, the easier and less painful it becomes.
Test the heat of the wax on the inside of your wrist.
Wax that is too hot will burn, and wax that is not warm enough won’t spread easily.
Evenly apply wax in the direction of hair growth using an applicator (wooden stick).
Don’t lay it on too thicka thin layer is perfect.
It should only be one quick pull, butdo not pull up.
Work your way through the pain, repeating these steps across the stomach zone.
Once You’re Done
Use clean tweezers to remove any stragglers.
Try not to go over a spot you already waxed.
Waxing can cause red bumps, ingrown hairs and bruising afterwards, so being diligent is the right move.
Apply after-wax lotion, or an aloe based lotion or gel.
After that, you’re doneand still alive.
