Shaving and waxing can give you smoother skin with significant differences between the two options. Let’s take a closer look at each.

Shaving: Quick and Easy, But Short-Lived

For many, shaving legs or facial hair is the first experience with hair removal, and it’s easy to see why. It’s generally painless, convenient, and affordable.

However, noteworthy drawbacks come with choosing the razor over other hair removal methods. Frequent maintenance is required. Most people shave every two to three days, but some need to do it daily.

And with regular use of disposable razors or an electric razor, side effects like razor burn, nicks, razor cuts, skin redness, skin infections, inflamed hair follicles, and potentially ingrown hairs are possible. And don’t forget, although razors are inexpensive compared to other methods, the cost of shaving can really add up over time.

Waxing: Smoother for Longer, But with Drawbacks

Usually, for people agitated with the ongoing maintenance of shaving, waxing is a natural alternative for removing unwanted body hair. And just like shaving, waxing has its own pros and cons. If you enjoy longer-lasting results, waxing is your method.

You can enjoy a hair-free look for weeks instead of days. Plus, the hair is removed from the root and removes dead skin cells.

Some literal and figurative pains also accompany waxing. Can it be done at home? Sure. But convenience doesn’t always lead to the best results. Certain body areas may need the attention of a professional. One of the most popular body areas to wax in a spa or clinic, the Brazilian, has an average cost of around $50 or $60 per wax session.

That’s a lot of money to invest every month for something that will only temporarily keep you hair-free. Depending on your pain tolerance, waxing can really hurt. For it to be effective, the wax strip or cloth strip must literally be ripped from the delicate skin, removing a layer of skin. Ouch!

Considering the Trade-Offs

Shaving

• Pros: Quick, painless, readily available, affordable
• Cons: Short-lived results, stubble regrowth, potential for side effects like razor burn, ingrown hairs, nicks, and cuts

Waxing

• Pros: Longer-lasting results, reduced ingrown hairs
• Cons: More expensive than shaving, multiple sessions required, potential discomfort

The Best Long-Term Solution? Laser Hair Removal

Naturally, consumers want an option that can give them lasting results without breaking the bank. And that’s where laser hair removal enters the discussion. 

“I usually ask clients coming in if they were a previous waxer,” said Milan Laser Provider Educator Catie N. “I feel like a lot of times the answer is yes. After one or two laser hair removal treatments, they truly can’t believe the difference in their skin. They almost always say they wish they would have done this sooner instead of waxing for so long.” 

“Something I hear a lot of clients say is they love that they can shave between treatments. With waxing, you need to grow out your hair between appointments. With laser hair removal, you can shave as many times as you need and it doesn’t affect treatment here. There are fewer ingrown hairs and their confidence is so much better.”

Allow us to further explain why ditching the razor and wax for laser hair removal at Milan is in your best interest.