Myths, Truths and Looking Good

Myths, Truths and Looking Good

‘20/20′ Looks at the Top 10 Health Myths

One of the most popular myths…Waxing Is Better Than Shaving

Shaving’s been around for thousands of years, and waxing dates back to the ancient Egyptians. Which is the best method for hair removal?

“When you wax the hair, you’re pulling it from under the surface of the skin. So it can take several weeks, three to four weeks, before you actually see the hairs resurface,” said dermatologist Pat Wexler.

If you shave, Wexler said, you’ll see new hair in a couple of days and the hair will grow back coarser. “Because when you shave the hair you’re cutting the edge of the hair blunt, so when it grows in you always feel the sharpness,” said Wexler.

With waxing, Wexler said the hair will grow back finer. “You create scarring in that hair follicle from the constant pulling,” said Wexler. “And the scarring will diminish the number of hairs that grow back.”

Beehive Waxing Salon clients have lived by this gospel since conception of of the Beehive over 4 years ago.  We realize that  waxing might not be for everyone  but being educated on the pros and cons of both waxing and shaving helps you choose what is best for you!

Click here to read the entire article : http://abcnews.go.com/Health/2020/story?id=512095&page=2 

Scientist answer beauty questions on waxing verses shaving: http://thebeautybrains.com/2006/12/04/waxing-versus-shaving-which-lasts-longer/