# 1 - yes, there is a difference between a "Brazilian" waxing and a "Hollywood" waxing.
Hollywood waxing involves the removal of all hair in the bikini area, while Brazilian waxing does not wax the area above the labia.
# 2 - The Romans created the first forms of depilatory creams.
The cream then used for hair removal was known as "philotrum" or "dropas".
# 3 - In Turkey there are rooms dedicated to women waxing.
A text recorded in the 15th century proves that the Turks considered pubic hair growth a sin. Women went to public baths called "hamam" to be waxed in separate rooms. A similar practice exists in Turkey today.
# 4 - Wax strips have been around since the 1960s.
They were inspired by the ancient process of natural sugaring in the Middle East. Ingredients were: sugar, water, lemon juice and salt. They were then left to thicken in a pot, until a stable mass was formed.
# 5 - Do not apply toner in the morning before eyebrow or upper lip waxing session.
The idea is to loosen the pores as much as possible, so that the wax does not stick too much to the hair follicles.
# 6 - You should always exfoliate the skin before and after waxing.
This routine will save your skin from bumps or irritated areas. Through exfoliation, you get rid of dead cells.
# 7 - Moisturize (drink water, moisturize skin with cream) to reduce skin sensitivity.
Excess acidity in your body stimulates increased skin sensitivity, so stay away from alcohol, caffeine and carbonated beverages. Drink more water!
# 8 - Take a "break" 1-2 days after waxing.
Especially in the bikini area. Excessive sweating in the gym can irritate the skin.
# 9 - For the eyebrows? Use white pencil.
When cleaning and removing eyebrows, make white pencil lines to help you as a kind of guide.
# 10 - Use baby oil to clean off any excess wax.
# 11 - Originally from Ancient Egypt.
Since the time of the pharaohs, smooth skin has been a standard for beauty. It is thought that Egyptian women would wax using a variety of tools such as tweezers, beeswax or sugar wax.
Source: Female Network
