The sun is finally starting to appear in earnest and finally we can go fossicking in the drawers for our shorts and t-shirts, bikinis and swimming costumes. So with summer season comes lots of bare arms and legs that will need some TLC after the winter months.

Hair removal or waxing is a great way to get yourself prepared and feeling fresh for the summer ahead- not matter what your age. None of us like spikey prickles and annoying little hairs that appear the day after shaving in the shower. Shaving is one common option when it comes to removing hair from our bodies, so is depilatory creams, tweezing and laser treatments.

But waxing is in fact the healthiest way to remove hair in terms of your skin health, as well as the most efficient and effective method of removing all hair to a smooth finish. It temporarily removes hair at the root for an average of around 3 to 4 weeks and when hair begins to grow back it is generally softer and easier to remove in the future.

Waxing does less damage to the skin itself than shaving, which can cut and leave the skin reddened and sore. It aso avoids putting any harmful chemicals on the skin such as dithiodiglycolic acid, which can be found in depilatory creams.

There are cons to waxing of which to be aware. One is that you’re only able to re-wax the hairs if they are long enough, which usually takes 3-4 weeks. But with repeated waxing and softer hair regrowth, this becomes less and less of an issue. Waxing can also occasionally stimulate the growth of hair in certain areas, depending on the person. If you’re one of those people, your beauty therapist can advise on alternative options.

One the whole, waxing is a great option for hair removal. As with any beauty treatment, it’s a good idea to build a relationship with your salon and a therapist you trust. Hygiene is obviously paramount when it comes to waxing, so you must ensure you feel comfortable and confident that the salon you are using holds itself to the highest of standards. Then you can let waxing become part of your beauty regimen. Book in for routine hair removal that will achieve smooth, fresh summer skin you’ll want to show off all summer long.