Wax bioepilation in the salon. Bioepilation: types, indications, contraindications

Fashion for smooth skin, aesthetic considerations or hygiene issues force women to remove excess hair on their bodies. Of course, you want to get rid of unwanted hairs without discomfort, economically and for a long time. And the desire to get closer to nature and avoid interaction with harmful chemicals makes the bioepilation method popular.

Now in the price lists of beauty salons you can see prices for bioepilation services. The question naturally arises: what kind of method is this, is it new? In fact, bioepilation hides a set of hair removal methods using natural compounds:

• waxing;
• hair removal with phytoresin;
• sugaring.

In some salons, bioepilation is understood only as a wax type of getting rid of unwanted hair. Therefore, before going for the procedure, be sure to find out what and how hair will be removed.

The most common and familiar method of bioepilation is waxing or, as it is also called, waxing.

Pros and cons of waxing

Waxing hair removal has become popular because:

• The effect of waxing lasts about 2-3 weeks.
• With regular hair removal, hair is easier to remove, becomes thinner, less noticeable, and grows more slowly.
• Wax - natural remedy, which, as a rule, does not cause allergic reactions.
• There is a wide selection of hair removal products for different types.
• The method is convenient for treating large areas of skin.
• The cost of the service is not very high.
• The waxing technique is simple, and the tools are available - this procedure can be easily performed at home.

However, waxing also has a number of disadvantages, due to which many are looking for alternative hair removal methods:

• The procedure is painful. Wax sticks not only to hair, but also to skin.
• Wax only removes hairs 4–8 mm long, which means that for the procedure you will have to grow a “hedgehog” on your legs, armpits and other areas.
• After epilation, hair of shorter length may remain - you will have to pull it out with tweezers.
• When working with hot wax, there is a risk of burning your skin.
• Waxing will have to be done every month.
• The procedure can have such unpleasant consequences as ingrown hairs and foliculitis.
• With the desired smoothness, skin irritation, bruises, mechanical damage, and swelling may also appear.
• Wax remaining on the skin is difficult to wash off with water; this requires special products.

Contraindications

The disadvantages of wax removal are also contraindications to the procedure:

• Mechanical damage to the skin.
• Skin diseases.
• Moles, warts and other formations on the treated area.
• Varicose veins at the epilation site.
• Diabetes mellitus. Damage to the skin after waxing with this disease will take a long time and be difficult to heal.
• Epilepsy. The pain from hair removal can trigger an attack.
• Diseases of the cardiovascular system, surges in blood pressure. Pain from hair removal can make the condition worse.
• Bikini hair removal is prohibited for fungal and infectious diseases of the reproductive system.
• Individual intolerance to waxing products.

Bioepilation and pregnancy

Is it possible to perform hair removal during pregnancy? This is a question that concerns many expectant mothers, because they want to remain as beautiful and well-groomed without harming the baby.

During the period of bearing a child, a woman may well continue to do hair removal on her legs, arms, and armpits, if the procedure is not accompanied by severe pain. Since severe pain in the first trimester of pregnancy can lead to miscarriage, and in the last trimester to premature birth, you should not epilate the delicate and sensitive bikini area at this time.

But before deciding to go for waxing, you should consult your doctor to minimize the risk, or start using a razor again during this period.

Waxing technique

For waxing in the salon and at home, a certain set of tools and tools is required:

• Wax. It comes in the form of cassettes, bars, strips.
• Wax melt. Can be replaced with a microwave.
• Spatula. Necessary for applying wax. There can be wooden or metal ones; there are also spatulas with a temperature sensor, which helps to determine the heating temperature of the wax and avoid burns.
• Hair removal strips.
• Antiseptic. As a rule, chlorhexidine or miramistin is used to degrease and disinfect the skin.
• Anesthetic gels or sprays with lidocaine.
• Talc. Lifts hairs and reduces wax adhesion to skin.
• Lotion for removing wax residues from the skin.
• Soothing cream after hair removal.
• Disposable gloves. Mandatory for hair removal in a salon.

Waxing is convenient because you can easily select suitable materials and techniques for the specific type of hair being removed. So, you can get rid of unwanted vegetation using:

• Warm wax. It is sold in the form of cassettes with a roller, which are slightly heated and then the wax is applied to the treated area. Warm wax works well with hair on the legs, arms, and body.
• Hot wax. For such hair removal, choose dense wax in bars or granules, which is heated to high temperature and applied to the skin. Hot wax combats stubborn hair in the bikini area and armpits.
• Cold wax. Sold in the form of ready-made strips for hair removal with a wax layer applied. Used in salons to remove facial hair.

Cold wax hair removal is considered the most painful and ineffective: unheated wax does not grip hairs well and it is impossible to get rid of them the first time. However, it is convenient at home. The best option for home hair removal is warm wax - it grips hairs well and the risk of getting burned is minimal. And finally, it is better to leave bioepilation with hot wax to professionals so as not to harm the delicate skin of the bikini and armpits. It is worth noting that the procedure with hot wax is the least painful.

Preparation for the procedure

You should start preparing for wax hair removal early. 2-3 days before the procedure, peel the skin, and immediately before epilation, take a shower. Find out in advance the type of wax the master will use and what kind of pain relief the salon can offer. Typically, lidocaine gels and sprays are used to relieve pain.

Do not cool the skin before epilating to numb the pain. This method will tighten the pores and make hair removal more difficult.

The specialist will apply anesthesia, wait for its effect, degrease the skin and sprinkle with talcum powder to lift the hairs and protect the skin from sprains and injuries. Warms the wax to the optimal temperature.

Leave caring and softening creams for later. For hair removal to be successful, also avoid ointment forms of pain relief.

Waxing hair removal process

Cold wax hair removal is the easiest to perform, so it is often performed independently, despite the pain and ineffectiveness. All that is required is to rub the wax strip between your palms, tear off the paper layer, stick the strip to the treated area, smooth it, wait 30 seconds and with a sharp movement tear it off in the direction of hair growth.

The method of hair removal with warm wax is similar to wax strips, only the product is applied separately, and paper or fabric tape is glued later. Warm wax is applied to the skin along the hair growth, a bandage is applied, pressed, and smoothed. After 30 seconds, the wax strip is torn off against hair growth.

Hot bioepilation is often carried out in salons. This method can be mastered at home, but working with hot wax and in hard-to-reach areas on your own is not easy. The wax must be at a fairly high temperature, which can lead to skin burns if you are inexperienced. Hot wax is applied to the skin with a spatula in the direction of hair growth. Wait for it to cool and harden. Then, with a sharp movement, the wax film is torn off in the direction of hair growth.

Hot bioepilation is considered the least painful, since the melted wax steams the skin, which makes hair removal easier, and soothes with heat.

Completion of waxing and aftercare

After bioepilation, wax residues are removed from the skin with a special lotion, the treated area is lubricated with an antiseptic, and a soothing agent is applied after epilation.

If there are unwanted hairs left after epilation, carefully remove them with tweezers; under no circumstances use a razor.

It is important to follow several rules for caring for epilated skin:

• In the first two days, avoid solariums and going to the beach, otherwise you will get burns and age spots can't be avoided.
• Minimize physical activity until the skin calms down, avoid peeling - do not provoke irritation.
• Use caring creams and products that slow down hair growth.
• A week and a half after epilation, scrub the treated area to avoid ingrown hairs.

Video: epilation with warm wax

Before the arrival of summer days, we all run to beauty salons to sign up for hair removal. After all, our legs, and all other parts of the body, should look 100% right? And we are thinking about what procedure to choose: photoepilation, laser or? Or can I get by with regular wax? By the way, the last method will be discussed today. Only it is correctly called bioepilation and it can be done not only in the salon, but also at home. What do we need to know about this procedure for getting rid of “extra” hair?

What is the essence of bioepilation?

Elos, laser and photoepilation are relatively new methods of removing unwanted hair. All of them require special equipment. But as for bioepilation... This method has been around for thousands of years. According to history, it has come down to this day from ancient Egypt, where Nefertiti herself invented it. To remove unnecessary hair from the body, she covered the skin with a specially prepared viscous composition, and then tore it off along with the hairs.

Of course, these days, hair removal using this method is not carried out exactly like this; the procedure has been seriously improved over so many years, but remains quite common among women thanks to good result and low cost. Nowadays, instead of a viscous mass, wax is used, so this method has another name - waxing(after all " wax "translated from English as "wax").

Waxing is considered quite safe and effective. During the epilation process, hairs are removed along with the root, so they no longer grow. And if they grow, they become weak and thin. Eventually, with regular waxing, they will simply stop growing.

Types of bioepilation

Bioepilation with wax has several varieties. More precisely, three, which are divided depending on the type of wax used for the procedure.

• Cold epilation (or cold wax)- these are the wax strips we all know. These strips are irreplaceable. If you need to get rid of your hair right now. But the strips can only remove thin hairs; this method is ineffective with thick hair.
• Warm hair removal (or warm wax)– warm wax is sold in cassettes (or jars), before the procedure it needs to be heated to somewhere around 40 °C. For this, a wax melter is used (this is a special device), but at home a water bath is suitable.
• Hot hair removal (or deep hair removal, or hot wax)– the wax heats up even more – up to 60 °C, due to which the skin is steamed and hairs are easier to remove. This method is used for the armpits and bikini area and is done in beauty salons. It is not recommended to do hot hair removal on your own without special knowledge - you can seriously burn yourself and get .

In fact, bioepilation is often considered another way to get rid of unnecessary hairs:

• (or sugar hair removal)– hairs are removed from the body using sugar paste, not wax. Although the essence of the procedures is the same.

Bioepilation or sugaring – which is better?

Here the choice is yours. Why? It's simple. They have the same effect, pain too, so there is practically no difference. It’s just that some people prefer wax hair removal, while others prefer sugar hair removal. If you, for example, have an allergy to wax, then sugaring will be a great way to avoid it. Well, unlike wax, which you have to buy, sugaring can be done at home at minimal cost, since the main ingredient of the composition is granulated sugar, which are almost always at home.

Pros and cons of bioepilation: how does it differ from other methods?

So, bioepilation: advantages and disadvantages. Any type of hair removal has its advantages and disadvantages. How is waxing different? Let's start with the advantages:

• It can be done at home: laser hair removal or elos procedures will be performed only in a beauty salon, and the result will directly depend on the experience of the master. You can do waxing yourself, but it’s still worth learning how to do it correctly.
• It can be performed on a sufficiently large surface of any part of the body. – on the legs, arms, back, .
• With its help, hair of any type, color and structure is removed , in contrast, for example, to photoepilation, which is effective on dark hair in combination with fair skin.
• During the hair removal process, the hair follicle is destroyed and with regular waxing, the hairs stop growing completely – that is, if you have patience, you can essentially get rid of hair forever;
• The result of the procedure lasts 2-4 weeks – quite a long period of time, although it depends on individual characteristics;
• The cost of waxing in a beauty salon is much lower than similar procedures , for example, elos hair removal or laser hair removal.

Well, bioepilation has only two disadvantages, but they are very significant:

• Painfulness of the procedure: Waxing is painful; for people with a low pain threshold there are special painkillers, but they cannot always help. Bikini bioepilation is an example of this - not everyone can decide to do it.
• If the wax overheats, you can , which is not only unpleasant, but also problematic - after all, it will have to be treated later.

Reviews from those who tried it

Despite the pain of the method, reviews from girls about bioepilation are quite positive. And almost everyone identifies three main advantages:

• Good result– hair is removed perfectly, stops growing and you can really get rid of it;
• Smooth and soft skin after hair removal– a nice bonus for getting rid of hair;
• Low cost: prices in salons are an order of magnitude lower than similar procedures, and doing waxing at home yourself, for example, treating your legs, will be even cheaper.

Contraindications for bioepilation

Bioepilation, sugaring and any other methods of hair removal have some contraindications. When from wax and sugar hair removal is it better to refuse?

Waxing contraindications include:

• The presence of abrasions, scratches, cuts on the skin - this threatens not so much severe pain as the possibility of infection;
• Circulatory disorders, diabetes;
• Presence of moles and other formations on the skin at the epilation site;
• Menstruation - during this period, a woman’s pain threshold is increased, so the procedure can be very painful;
• Varicose veins and the proximity of blood vessels to the surface of the skin.

But with sugaring everything is a little simpler. Here the contraindications are:

• Diabetes;
• Inflammations and infectious skin diseases.

Where can bioepilation be performed?

According to reviews, waxing can be done anywhere. Most often it is used for the legs, back, chest, arms, armpits, bikini area, including hair removal. The procedure can also be performed on the face, for example, on the chin, the area above the upper lip.

How is bioepilation done?

Wax for bioepilation is heated to a comfortable temperature so that... Then it is applied to the treated area with a wooden or plastic spatula - always against hair growth. With this method of application, the wax better envelops the hairs, which means the result will be better. Pieces of fabric are applied to the wax: bioepilation of the legs is done using long strips, and for upper lip A small piece of material will suffice. After the wax thickens, the strips are torn off along with the hairs.

For bioepilation of the upper lip, simply wax strips are also suitable. Choose small strips - they are made specifically to eliminate "antennae". Warm the strip in your hands for about half a minute, then stick it on the skin and smooth it out. And after another 20 seconds, we rip it off, holding the lip.

Bikini area hair removal can be done in a salon or at home. To do hair removal yourself, you will have to purchase a wax melter and clean paper strips. Apply talc to the treated area, at the same time heat the wax in a wax melter. Next, apply the wax to the skin, apply a strip and after 30 seconds tear it off parallel to the skin.

If this method is not suitable for you due to pain, then hot bioepilation is suitable for you. Deep bioepilation of the bikini area is done with hot wax and only in salons.

How to care for your skin after bioepilation?

When waxing, hairs are pulled out along with the root, which leads to skin damage. How to properly care for it so that it remains smooth and beautiful longer?

• Take care of your skin daily - cleanse and moisturize it;
• Scrub your skin once a week - this will be enough to avoid;
• If you experience an allergic reaction to wax, stop using it, consult a doctor, and then choose another method of hair removal together with a cosmetologist;
• Perform waxing only on hairs that are at least 5 mm long - shorter lengths will not allow the procedure to be carried out successfully, you will have to repeat it and once again disturb the skin;
• If there is increased pain, use an anesthetic, for example, the same Lidocaine spray;
• After the procedure, treat your skin with a disinfectant composition - this way you will protect yourself from infection.

What to look for in a beauty salon?

If you come to a beauty salon for waxing, then definitely.

This hair removal method was invented by the Egyptian Queen Nefertiti. She applied a special viscous mass to the body, which froze and then came off along with the hair.
Currently, wax is used as a viscous mass, which explains another name for bioepilation - waxing (from the English wax - wax), or wax depilation.

How we do bioepilation

Our offices use , which is a leader in the production of depilation products. The entire range of products for deep bioepilation with wax are of high quality, easy to use and do not cause allergic reactions.
We use two types of wax: hard (hot) wax and soft (warm).
Hard wax It is used on the basis of pine resin or petroleum products, so that the mass does not spill and does not stick too much; it contains vegetable or lemon oil. The hot composition is applied to the body at a temperature of 38-42 C in the direction of hair growth. During the procedure, the skin warms up, the pores open, and hair and wax are removed quite easily. Thanks to rubber additives, the wax completely follows the skin texture, so it can reach such “difficult” areas as armpits and bikini area.

Warp soft wax – a mixture of pine resin and softeners. Warm waxes are produced in roller cassettes or in jars. The wax is heated in special heaters and applied according to hair growth, and then removed with a special paper strip against hair growth. After the procedure, the remnants of warm wax must be removed with a special oil, which at the same time soothes the skin.
After bioepilation, our specialists will offer you procedures that slow down hair growth:
1. Ultrasound – hair removal . The surface of the skin is treated with special compounds, the molecules and ions of which are delivered to the deep dermal layers using ultrasound. Here they inhibit (slow down) the process of germ cell division and even partially disrupt the hair follicle due to the alkaline pH.
2. Lotion with chamomile extract , retards hair growth. The lotion slows down the hair growth process due to the substance lauryl isoquinoline bromide it contains, which acts selectively on the hair follicle, destroying its cells, thereby increasing the intervals between processes. Enriched with chamomile extract and a moisturizing complex, the lotion also has an antiseptic, softening and moisturizing effect, soothing the skin after depilation.

Bioepilation with wax: contraindications

Acute and chronic skin diseases
- decompensated stages of diabetes mellitus
- varicose veins (at the site of the procedure)
- severe forms of hypertension and coronary heart disease
- acute forms of herpes
- infectious diseases
- benign skin neoplasms (papillomas, warts, moles).

Price for bioepilation

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Hips
Full legs
Hands up to the elbow
Full hands

Today, hair removal for women, as well as for men, is not considered a luxury; rather, it is already the norm for those who take care of themselves and their appearance. Of course, there are also lovers of hair growth on the skin, and it is up to each of them to decide whether to do hair removal on their own or not, but today we will talk to you about bioepilation.

• 1. What is bioepilation?
• 2. Advantages of bioepilation
• 3. Contraindications

Bioepilation is hair removal using components that are of natural origin. There are several ways to remove unwanted hair, these include wax and sugar (also known as sugaring).

Bioepilation with wax and sugar is considered safe for your skin and the body as a whole. This service is quite popular, and it can be used in almost every beauty salon at any time of the year. High-quality bioepilation from a specialist or at home will rid you of unwanted hair on any part of the body. This method of hair removal suits many women, since this procedure is considered one of the most effective, affordable and, most importantly, quickly and permanently eliminates hair on your body. With regular use of bioepilation, hair growth slows down, the hair becomes soft, thin and light, and over time it may disappear altogether.

The procedure is available today. The price depends mainly on the size of the area where hair is removed, and, of course, on the method of bioepilation.

With bioepilation you can lose hair in the following areas:

• face;
• armpits;
• rib cage;
• back;
• bikini;
• hands;
• legs;

When speaking bioepilation they mean

1. Hot wax, which is a solid base (pine resin, any vegetable oils, rubber additives; the procedure is carried out on any part of the body with thick hair, it is advisable to trust an experienced specialist, since if used independently you can get a burn, the wax is heated to a temperature of 50-60 degrees , this procedure is considered practically painless; when applied to a certain area of ​​the body, hot wax expands the pores, enveloping each hair, while quickly and effectively removing unwanted hair);
2. Warm wax, which is a soft base (pine resin and softening additives; warm wax is used for thin hair, can be used at home by preheating the wax to a temperature of 40-45 degrees, it can be purchased in specialized stores in cartridges, most often warm wax is used for arms, legs and back, do not use wax in sensitive areas of the face, armpits and bikini);
3. Cold wax (the procedure is most often carried out independently at home, ready-made wax strips are bought in the store for various parts of the body, before use, rub the strip with your hands so that the wax warms up a little, glue it into two parts, then apply the strip to clean, dry skin over hair growth on the intended area of ​​the body, smoothing it several times and with one sharp movement tear off the strip against the hair growth, for less painful sensations, you need to hold the skin with your hands, one strip can be used until the wax stops capturing hairs, it takes a lot of time and quite a painful procedure);
4. Sugar hair removal, also known as sugaring (a composition of thick sugar paste is applied to a previously prepared area, after hardening, it is removed along with the hair using strips, or using sharp jerks with your hands, applied to all areas of the body using a spatula, unlike wax hair removal, the procedure is practically does not cause pain);

Bioepilation is a more painful procedure when compared with shaving or hair removal with cream. To ensure that bioepilation is imperceptible to you, experts recommend doing it in the middle of the menstrual cycle, since during this period the skin is less sensitive. At coarse hair, the length should be at least 5-6 mm, thin hair from 3 to 5 mm this is necessary so that the material used captures the hairs.

After bioepilation, the skin retains its smoothness for 2 to 3 weeks.

Advantages of bioepilation:

• a quick way to get rid of unwanted hair, removing every hair;
• the treated area of ​​skin retains its smoothness for 2 to 3 weeks;
• does not cause irritation, itching or redness of the skin;
• with frequent use, hair becomes softer, thinner and grows slower;
• does not cause ingrown hairs;
• is an affordable hair removal method.

Contraindications:

• skin diseases;
• infectious diseases;
• wounds and inflammations;
• varicose veins;
• diabetes.