oooh never heard of this !
does this only apply to hot wax ?
and does it only apply to facial waxing?
also what oil would you use , would solar oil be ok ?
thankyou in advance xx:hug:
Hi Ems,
You can use oil instead of powder anywhere on the body, and with any type and brand of wax - hot, strip, honey, gel, cream... it's all good!
Any light oil will do the job - Solar Oil is fine, if a little pricey to be using on large areas! Massage oils such as jojoba, sweet almond and grapeseed are good, as are mineral and baby oils, even the post-wax oils that some companies sell will do a good job. Huberella (Wax Goddess that she is) also uses tea-tree essential oil for it's antispetic qualities, which is a great idea. Steer clear of the heavier massage oils like wheatgerm and avocado though, as these are more difficult to get the right amount on the skin.
Using a small amount of oil acts as a barrier between skin and wax in a similar way to talc/powder. The main difference is that talc absorbs moisture, which can sometimes result in wax sticking to the skin (in turn making lifting and irritation more likely), whilst oil creates a lubricant barrier that prevents the wax from sticking in this manner. Many people find that this makes the whole darn process hurt less, too!
You really do only need a light smear - too much and it will stop the wax sticking to the hair, and you'll slip and slide about all over the place. If this happens, simply wipe off the excess oil with a tissue and try again. Takes a bit of practice to get right, but it's well worth the effort! :green:
Andy x