Waxing At Home for Beginners: Hair Length, Regrowth, & Correct Methods

Waxing at home is a real game-changer. You save yourself money over the long run, and you don't need to block out time in your week to get to salon appointments every month or so. But knowing how to wax properly at home isn't just the key to achieving the best results but also protecting your delicate skin.

One of the most important parts of waxing is knowing how long your hair needs to be in order for the wax to do its job. After all, you don't want to waste your time and effort if your hair is too short and the wax won't grip it properly.

There needs to be enough for the wax to grip but not so much that it becomes too painful or difficult to remove. So, what is the ideal hair length?

Generally, the ideal hair length for waxing is between ¼-½ of an inch . This length ensures there's enough hair for the wax to grip onto so that when you pull away the wax strip , it takes the hair with it from the root.

If you try to wax hair that's too short, you'll probably end up with a patchy waxing job, or you won't remove any of the hair at all. You'll also find it to be pretty painful, as you'll essentially just be pulling on your skin rather than removing the hair.

On the flip side, waxing long hair can also be problematic. If your hair is too long, the wax may not be able to grip onto it as well, making it difficult to remove. Additionally, longer hair means a higher chance of hair breakage rather than removal from the root. So, rather than pulling the hairs out, you may just end up breaking them off at the surface of your skin, which means you'll have to wait for it to regrow and try again.

In short, yes, the 1/4 to 1/2 inch length goes for all areas of your body – arm hair, leg hair, bikini area, the lot.

You may find if you have coarser hair that waxing when your hair is closer to the 1/2-inch mark is better and more effective. Coarse hair is tougher, and so will require a stronger grip from the wax to be able to remove it. Waiting for the strands to grow a bit longer could make all the difference.

However, if you have finer hair, you may be able to wax at the 1/4-inch length without any issues. It's all about experimenting and finding what works best for you and your hair type.

It's not just waxing the correct length of hair that'll determine the results, but the method you use, too. If you don't wax correctly, then you may find yourself with patchy wax or sometimes even broken skin if you've been a little too rough.

Stripless wax is one of the most popular home waxing methods since it doesn't require the use of paper wax strips. Instead, you apply the wax to prepped skin, let it harden, and pull it off in one piece.

Not all stripless waxes are made equal, though. Our Advanced Professional Stripless Wax formula is truly top-notch and effective at removing those shorter 1/4-inch hairs and longer hair. Unlike many other formulas, our Advanced Professional range is more flexible, so it won't break or snap as you're pulling – you can remove the wax in one clean go.

You can also pull the wax in all directions, which is especially good for waxing in intimate areas. Just remember to pull away from the direction of hair growth to avoid any discomfort.

Our waxes come in 3 options – Jasmine, Eucalyptus, and Wild Rose – each infused with natural essential oils that provide a soothing effect on the skin. As you wax, the oils will help to calm and nourish your skin, leaving it smooth and soft.

Our Strip Off Wax Kit features all 3 of these incredible stripless waxes bundled up with our Pre and Post Wax Oil , a pack of 200 Disposable Waxing Spatulas, and our clever Digital Wax Heater.

This is the ultimate home waxing kit for achieving salon-quality results from home.

With our easy-to-use Digital Wax Heater, you can quickly heat up your wax to the perfect temperature and easily maintain it throughout your entire waxing session. The ActiMelt Technology will heat the wax up to the correct temperature to ensure it's consistently smooth and automatically reduces the temperature so it's safe to apply to your skin.

Then, you just need to apply the wax to your skin using the wooden spatula, applying it toward hair growth. Wait for the wax to harden, then pull against the hair growth.

The rate at which your hair will grow back will largely be down to your hair growth cycle; some of us have quicker growing hair than others, so you'll notice the hair returning sooner.

On average, though, waxing results will last up to 4 weeks. After waxing a couple of times, you may notice the length of time between hair growth increases, so you can go longer between waxing sessions.

Waxing or shaving really does come down to personal preference, but waxing will give you much longer-lasting results.

Where waxing removes the hair straight from the roots, shaving simply cuts the hair, which will grow back quickly. If you have a fast hair growth cycle, you might even find yourself needing to shave every day or every other day.

Personally, we're team waxing.

Whether you prefer to be hair-free all year round or from time to time, waxing correctly will leave you with smooth skin at home with long-lasting results.

Our range of at-home waxing essentials includes everything you need to get started on your journey to silky smooth skin – from our clever Professional Advanced Stripless Wax formula to our innovative Digital Wax Heater.

And if you're after more info on waxing at home, head on over to our Waxing How To page for video tutorials and in-depth step-by-steps.