‘There’s no gain without pain.’ This statement holds true, especially when it comes to waxing your body hair. Let’s admit it.
Everyone dreams of having smooth, speck less, and hairless skin. Hair removal may have started as a fashion statement, but it has become a mere necessity.
The latest trend in the beauty and lifestyle industry that has taken the world by storm is using hard wax beans for hair removal.
Today, we will shed some light on using wax beans in this detailed step-by-step guide. So without further ado, let’s get started.
What are wax beans?
There is nothing more therapeutic than watching wax beans melting together. From the sprinkling sound of mixing the beans to the satisfying way wax melts together, it’s a treat for your eyes as well as your ears.
Instagram is full of millions of these videos with billions of views, just showcasing a handful of wax beans melting together.
We all have been guilty of being glued to our screen watching wax beans videos, wondering what exactly are these mesmerizing little gems.
Wax beans are a special kind of wax that comes as tiny beads or beans ou can melt together to form hard wax.
These wax beans are popular for being superior in quality as compared to conventional sugar-based soft wax.
What makes wax beans stand out is that they stick to the hair follicles and not directly to the skin.
This makes suing wax beans a more convenient hair removal process and a more efficient one.
How to Use Wax Beans – A Step-by-Step Guide
Using wax beans is slightly different than regular wax, and it can get a little tricky if not done properly.
You need to take care of a few important details and follow every step to get the perfect smooth finish. So, let’s delve deep into a detailed step-by-step guide on how to use wax beans.
Step 1 – Prepping Your Skin
Before you begin waxing, you need to prep your skin. This helps you get a smoother wax and also protects your skin from getting bumps and rashes.
Clean and wash your skin properly and apply pre-wax oil to it. You can use jojoba oil or grapeseed oil to nourish your skin before waxing and form a protective barrier in between.
Step 2 – Melting Wax Beans
Melting your wax beans is one of the most crucial parts of the entire process. There are various methods of melting your wax beans to make them apt for usage. Here are the three most common methods of melting wax beans:
Use a Wax Warming Machine
Scoop out your hard wax beans into the inner chamber of the wax machine. Do not add too much wax to the machine in one go to allow it to melt properly.
Set your machine temperature to 130 to 150 °F to make it reach the perfect consistency. If your wax machine does not have a temperature dial, you can set it to medium heat for the safe side. Remember that if the wax is too hot, it will burn your skin.
Using wax warming machines is one of the most convenient methods of melting wax beans Melt your wax beans for about 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the brand and settings of your machine.
Once the wax beans start melting, you can use a spatula to stir and mix the wax to make its consistency smoother.
Use the Double-Boiling Method
Just like how you melt chocolate chips, you can use the double boiling method to melt hard wax beans.
First, fill a saucepan with water and place it on the stove. Now take a glass bowl that is wider than the size of the saucepan and place it on top of the pan.
Your bowl should be wide enough to cover the mouth of the pan and should not be touching the bottom of the pan. Now scoop out your wax beans into the glass bowl.
The steam and heat from the saucepan will help melt the wax beans in an even and efficient way. This method works faster than the wax machine method.
However, this method is not as convenient in comparison to using a wax machine. It also makes it difficult to maintain the wax temperature throughout the waxing process. You also have to be extra careful about handling the bowl, or you might burn your hand.
Use A Microwave to Melt Wax Beans
Scoop out your hard wax beans in a glass bowl or any microwave-safe bowl and fill it halfway. Set your microwave settings to medium heat for the safe side.
Heat the wax at an interval of 10 seconds until it completely melts. It should take about 50 to 70 seconds for the wax to melt evenly and reach a temperature that is ideal for usage.
Keep stirring the wax beans every 10 seconds to ensure that the wax melts in a smooth consistency.
Stirring your wax in between is extremely important as it also helps avoid the formation of lumps. If your wax starts thickening after a while, pop it back into the microwave for a few seconds to reheat it.
Step 3 – Wax Application
Once your wax reaches the ideal temperature, it is now ready to be used. Use a flat-shaped spatula to apply the melted wax.
Keep in mind that you will have to apply wax in a downwards direction if your hair growth is downward.
To remove your hair right from the roots, always apply wax in the same direction to your hair. Finally, make sure to apply a thin and even layer of wax for the best results.
Step 4 – Removing Hair
Once you have applied the wax, please wait a few seconds for it to dry. Once your wax has dried and hardened, you can now pull it off in the opposite direction.
If you pull the wax in the same direction as your hair growth, you will not get a smooth wax. It may also break a few hairs and cause ingrown hair on your skin.
However, as hard wax beans dry and harden quickly, you cannot wipe the residue away with just a damp cloth. Instead, you will have to use any oil or oil-based ointment to remove all wax residue from your skin.
Step 5 – Moisturize Your Skin
After you wax your skin, you need to moisturize your skin. Moisturizing your skin with a vitamin-rich lotion or body cream helps hydrate your skin and protects it from rashes or skin bumps.
If your skin is extra sensitive and experiences any burning reaction or redness on your skin after using wax beans, apply a cooling gel (aloe vera or cucumber) to help relieve it.
Also don’t forget to checkout how to prevent ingrown hair after waxing?
Benefits of Using Wax Beans
1. Wax Beans Are Less Painful
Using traditional waxing methods like sugar wax is way more painful than using hard wax beans. However, not only is it easier to use wax beans but also almost painless for some people. Thus, making it an excellent hair removal method.
2. No Cotton Strips Required
It’s super convenient to use wax beans instead of conventional soft wax as you don’t need to have cotton or muslin strips for it.
You can use the wax on its own and save yourself the cost and hassle of using cloth strips.
It is also considered a more sustainable hair removal method as it reduces wastage and environmental pollution.
3. Wax Beans Give a Smoother Wax
As hard wax beans only stick to your hair follicles and not directly to your skin, it decreases the chances of ingrowths by a fair margin.
This also helps with preventing bumps and extra redness on your skin after getting a wax done.
4. Wax Beans are Perfect for Sensitive Areas
Certain body parts are extremely sensitive, and removing hair from these areas can be a tricky job. We are talking about your face, underarms, and bikini line.
If not done properly, waxing these areas can cause an allergic reaction on the skin or cause ingrowths or skin bumps.
This is because you simply can’t take risks with them. Fortunately, using hard wax beans to remove hair from these sensitive areas works as the perfect solution.
Not do wax beans help provide a cleaner and smoother finish, but it also helps reduce hair growth in these areas.
In addition, as wax beans are gentle on your skin, there are lesser chances of having any skin reactions or soreness post waxing.
5. Hard Wax Is Less Messy
When comparing the two waxing methods, using soft wax is quite messier than using hard wax beans.
This is because, with wax beans, there is usually zero to minimal wax residue left behind on your skin. Moreover, the wax hardens and dries quickly, so it is not as sticky as commercial sugar wax.
Final Words
There are various reasons why using hard wax beans is becoming increasingly popular, and it goes way beyond a fancy Instagram trend.
Wax beans have emerged as a revolutionary product in the beauty and skincare industry, and they have their fair share of pros and cons.
The choice is up to you now. Even though using wax beans can be a little costlier than traditional waxing methods, the results and reviews have been exceptionally positive.
Now that we have shown you how to use wax beans, all that is left is for you to go and try it for yourself and be amazed.
We have heard that people who start using wax beans once never switch to any other hair removal method.
If you have used wax beans before, we would love to hear about your experience in the comments section below.