Few people on Earth know how to truly revel in a hairy back, and even die-hard naturists don’t always appreciate the sight of a man in a tight bathing suit with huge swathes of pubic hair peeking out between his thighs. Similarly, a single eyebrow is not considered attractive in most members of the male species, and furry nostrils are not really easy on the eyes either.
It is estimated that about one in three men regularly remove hair from their backs, chests, legs, or pubic regions.
So what needs to be done? Well, real men, and by that we mean the kind of metrosexual man, who isn’t afraid to wear a ring on his little finger or, on occasion, apply a fake tan, swear that male waxing is the way to go. . Also known as “maxing,” male waxing isn’t just for the genitals. In fact, it’s arguably the best way to make the shaggy chest hairless, two eyebrows, and hairy back a thing of the past.
Why wax?
Well guys, let’s not go crazy here. While you can wax pretty much anywhere on your body where there is hair, it’s not recommended to do it on the inside of your ears or nose (ouch!) unless done by a professional. And he leaves those lashes alone!
It’s estimated that about one in three men regularly trim hair from their backs, chests, legs, or pubic regions, and nine out of ten women find wasteful back hair a little, shall we say, less than attractive. . That said, don’t just grab the nearest knife and dig in. For the vast majority of people with a follicle phobia, waxing is vastly preferable to shaving, cream, or waxing. Reasons include:
* Areas made hairless by waxing remain hairless for up to eight weeks, depending on the individual, and hair often grows back infinitely softer and less coarse. This is because the hair is removed from the root, as opposed to shaving where only the surface of the hair is removed.
* The wax used also acts as an exfoliant, leaving the skin significantly smoother. This is because it removes all the dead skin cells on the top layer of skin and reveals smoother, peach-colored skin in their place.
* Men who wax find that, unlike razors, there are no tell-tale marks left behind the next day.
* Some men find that razors and depilatory creams act as an irritant to the skin, resulting in an unpleasant rash, cuts or other damage, or just a bad smell. Waxing is softer and gentler, and it smells fabulous!
* Waxing makes your muscles look bigger and better defined, it also allows you to tan in areas where the jungle was once too dense for the sun to shine through…
No hair and no fuss: Waxing
For hair removal to work, it has to be done correctly. This means visiting a cosmetologist or waxer who knows what he’s doing, or learning how to do it yourself with an at-home waxing kit.
By far the easiest way to get rid of unwanted hair, waxing is suitable for virtually all parts of the body where hair is abundant, although it can be time-consuming and expensive. Before you make an appointment, though, make sure the salon accepts both male and female clients, or you may be off your hairy butt faster than you can say “wax me.”
The salon hair removal method is simple: warm wax is applied to the parts of the skin where you want to remove hair, in the direction of hair growth. Wax is then poured onto a specific area, left on briefly, and then removed in the opposite direction, with the help of a muslin or other cloth. Quick, easy and only briefly painful! Most salons offer several different types of male waxing packages, including:
brazilian wax
If you can’t figure this out, these three words should help: back, bag, and crack. Also known as Boyzilian or Guyzilian, he can transform even the hairiest of apes into a tough, gentle yet graceful Adonis. All hair is completely removed, with the exception of a small “runway” in the pubic area. It hurts, but no more than pulling a big old Band-Aid off a hairy patch of skin.
hollywood wax
Similar to the Brazilian, this form of male genital hair removal removes virtually all pubic hair, including the runway, leaving you as peachy as the day you were born…
back wax
Some men complain of slight irritation for a few days, so this might not be a good idea if you have to wear a tight suit to a stuffy boardroom right after.
chest wax
Pulling hair against the direction of growth achieves the best results, and can also be very painful. Be prepared for little red welts the next day, so if you have a hot date, you might want to put it off until mid-week. And if you find that your date actually prefers luxurious chest hair coming out of your shirt, you’re out of luck.
face wax
It’s not what you might think. It is not recommended to wax the beard or the scalp, this is mainly for the eyebrows, the area of the nostrils, the nape of the neck and the outside of the ears. It’s also good for getting rid of loose hair on your face, much better than pulling it out.
Keep in mind that there are many do-it-yourself home waxing kits on the market today, so ask around to find one that really works. Home hair removal may make sense if you want to remove hair from your legs or parts of your face. But if you want a Brazilian or something else, it’s better to visit a salon than try it yourself.
Tips
* Stay out of the sun and avoid the sea or pool for at least 24 full hours before waxing.
* Hair that is about 1/4 to 1/2 inch long is the perfect length for waxing. If you’ve never trimmed your pubic hair before, you may want to trim it to this length before visiting a salon, so break out those garden shears!
* The only clothing required for male genital hair removal is a pair of socks, in case your toes get cold. Underwear and t-shirts can be damaged by the wax, so it’s best to remove them. If you’re the easily embarrassed type, you’ll be offered a cloth to cover the parts that won’t be waxed.
* Make sure you’re the right kind of hair removal candidate before you dive in. If you’re taking certain acne medications, like Accutane, for example, the skin can be weakened and can actually peel off when waxing. Similarly, people who have diabetes or other conditions, such as varicose veins, may want to avoid waxing, as they are more prone to infection as a result.
* If you haven’t waxed before, you should know that hair regrowth can be very itchy, although the more you wax, the less noticeable this common side effect will be. Also, be prepared for some pain and discomfort, but remember, no pain, no gain.
Waxing isn’t for everyone, and after reading this, you might find that being a hairy bastard suits you after all. Some men prefer a simpler DIY routine and invest in razors or an electric razor, which can also produce a sleek effect. Whatever you choose, just be sure to go with your gut, though a hairy gut isn’t everyone’s idea of a good time either!
