I have often wondered when will be the best time so my daughter can start waxing. When our daughters are little, they're curious to know what we're doing with those noisy machines, tweezing around our eyebrows or dragging foam down our legs, making funny little paths. I said our daughters, although the truth is that boys are also curious about waxing when they're little, though, at least in my experience, not as much.
Below I will tell you the conclusions that I have reached by reading about what is the best time for girls to start waxing.
The arrival of puberty
The time to start waxing will come with puberty. At this point, your daughter's body will begin to change. Your daughter may experience these changes early, around age 8 or 9, or it may take a little longer, until age 13.
One of the signs of puberty in girls is the development of body odor, breast buds and the beginnings of hair growth in the pubic area and armpit area, as well as thickening and darkening of leg hair.
There is no one universal age To begin with, it depends on the development, quantity and location of the hair and how it affects your self-esteem. It is not necessary to wait for the first menstruationThis is a common myth. If concerns arise, it's key to talk calmly, explain what methods are available, and evaluate together whether you really want to do it or prefer not to do it yet.
Why Girls Should Wax When They Hit Puberty
The reason for early hair removal For girls, it's making them feel better about themselves. Puberty is already complicated enough, without delaying something as normal in many modern societies as hair removal.
It is likely that I asked you about hair removal. At this point, it's necessary for you to assist her, advise her, and take care of the hair removal yourself.
If you see that it doesn't tell you anything but you observe that puberty is a fact, you must be the one who bring up the subject. She may not have told you anything out of embarrassment or simply because she hasn't noticed. But if the girls in her circle have already begun to develop and are starting to shave, it's important that she does it too. don't become a center of ridicule or so that they do not discriminate against her.
It is also important to remember that not shaving is a valid option. Each family can support the decision without pressure. In areas with a protective function (such as the genital hair), dermatologists often advise against complete removal due to its barrier role. And it's worth debunking myths: shaving does not thicken the hair; When you cut the tip, the hair may feel harder to the touch until it grows out.
What is the best hair removal method to start with
This is something you must choose yourself. I would opt for painless shaving with hair removal cream (no blade) the first few times, and then I'd move on to waxing. For starters, root hair removal is painful, and I don't think it's a question of traumatizing the girl. In fact, I think we should wait until she asks for it.
Eventually, I would opt for laser hair removal. But for this, you'll have to wait until you're past adolescence and the hair is fully developed. If you're interested in this topic and your daughter or son is young, you should consider it. consult a specialist doctor.
- Hair removal creams: Painless and quick; the effect lasts a few days. Strictly follow the instructions to avoid irritation.
- Shaving or shave: practical, but with the risk of cuts and folliculitis; hair grows back very quickly.
- Discoloration: useful in fine, light hair of arms or face; it does not eliminate it, it makes it less visible.
- Wax (cold, warm or hot): It starts from the root and lasts 3-4 weeks; best done with expert hands, as it can be painful and require technique.
- Tweezers or thread: ideal for eyebrows and small areas; accurate and relatively long-lasting result.
- Electric epilator: Clean and effective, but more annoying the first few times; good alternative for short hair.
- IPL and laser: light technologies; the laser is more precise and efficient. It shouldn't be the first method and it is advisable to wait until the end of ripening. It should performed by dermatology, avoid in congenital nevi and know that it removes current hair, not future hair. Useful in selected cases such as hirsutism.
- Electrolysis: permanent but painful and slow; it is not usually recommended for girls.
Before and after care
- Preparation: prior hygiene, warm water to dilate pores and gentle exfoliation if necessary.
- After waxing: hydrate, avoid direct sun and heat 24 hours a day, wear loose clothing and avoid swimming pools or jacuzzis that day.
- Sensitive skin: avoid alcohols and perfumes; aloe vera can soothe the area. Watch for ingrown hairs.
Eyebrow waxing in teenagers
For eyebrows, assess whether it is really necessary. If you have any concerns, start with tweezers and minimal touch-ups or go to a center to define the shape according to the face. Avoid applying makeup immediately afterward because of possible irritation and not attempt complex redesigns without experience.
One last note: accompany your daughter in the choice, evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each method and prioritize her emotional well and the health of your skin. The best decision is one you make informed, at your own pace, and with support.
