Hair Removal Techniques for Arms - Waxing

Waxing uproots the hair from its follicles for the longest-lasting (up to eight weeks), smoothest results of all temporary hair removal methods. Warm waxing is recommended to remove hair from the arms.  Marzena liquid wax is a water soluble warm wax that is more pliable and easier to apply than many on the market today. When heated in a microwave oven, it also stays warm longer and requires little, if any, reheating. It comes with washable cloth strips that are a perfect size for the arm area, allowing large amounts of hair to be removed per treatment. What’s more, clean-up is simple-water soluble wax means drips can easily be wiped off and wax residue can be washed off with just warm water.

MARZENA SUGARING WAX 12.5 oz

A natural, organic thick liquid wax

Features and Benefits:

• The hard plastic pot can be placed directly in the microwave or pot of water, therefore no mess
• Water soluble wax means drips can easily be wiped off and wax residue can be washed off. It also enables cotton strips to be washed and re-used for better economy.
• Big 12.5 oz pot is enough for about 25 half leg waxes which gives great value
• The warm wax opens the pores slightly and grips the hair strongly, which aids removal of very strong hair, such as underarms
• Five bonus Cotton Strips in the pack allow the consumer to get started without the necessity to purchase additional strips.
• Formulated to remain spreadable at lower temperatures so it is not necessary to constantly reheat the wax.

Application:

1. Warm the wax in microwave or by placing the turn in boiling water until it reaches a thin, spreadable consistency
2. Use a spatula or knife to spread thinly over hair, spreading in the direction of the hair growth.
3. Place a cotton strip over the wax and spread down
4. Quickly zip the cotton strip backwards against the hair growth direction, holding hand close to skin, thus removing the wax and unwanted hair.

Why use the Warm Wax method?

• For easier removal of stubborn, strong hair
• To be smoother and hair free longer
• Cheaper and more convenient than salon treatment

Warning: Wax treatments may not be suitable for people with extra sensitive or problem skins.

• Wax treatments are not recommended for the elderly or people with loose skin.
• Wax should not be applied over sunburn, chapped, broken or sore skin, cuts, weak scars or eczema. Nor should it be used on varicose veins, moles or warts, inside the nose or ears, on nipples or genital areas.
• Take extreme caution when warming the wax. Testing or applying the wax when it is too hot could cause you serious injury. Read the instructions carefully. Proceed at all times with extreme caution. Remember the pot containing the wax will also become hot. Use a towel when handling the heated pot. Place the towel around the pot and over your hand and wrist to fully protect your skin in case you have overheated, or accidentally spill, the wax. Always use a spatula when testing the wax heat or when applying the wax.
• Failure to heed these warnings may result in severe skin irritation, skin removal or other injury.
  

Caution: If the skin to be treated is not held taut, and the cotton strip is not zipped or pulled back fast and close to the skin, a pinching effect may be felt. A residue of wax will remain on the skin or worse, skin could be removed resulting in injury.

Do not use the same time setting each time you heat the wax. Because the amount of wax remaining after each treatment will be less than the previous treatment, the time setting will decrease accordingly. Follow the instructions or warming the wax very carefully. Heating times are a guide only. Use extreme caution when testing the wax for its warmth.

PREPARATION

1. After shaving or using chemical depilatory creams, you will need to let your hair grow for about 2 weeks or until it is about 1/4 inch (6mm) long. This will allow the wax to properly grip the hair. Marzena Sugaring Wax removes hair at the root, hindering regrowth, so after 2-3 waxes your hair will be much softer, finer and less noticeable.
2. Long hair, such as underarm and bikini line hair must be trimmed before waxing to about 1/4 inch (6mm) long.
3. You’ll need a small wooden kitchen spatula, your Marzena Sugaring Wax, this Instruction Leaflet and a towel for handling the heated pot and wiping up drips (Marzena Sugaring Wax completely dissolves in water so any spills can be easily washed away).
4. Ensure your skin is clean, dry and oil free.
5. Dust the area with Talcum powder, particularly if the climate is hot and humid.
6. Remember to always test the wax after heating the before use.

WARMING THE WAX:

Always place a towel over your hand and wrist while holding or moving the heated wax to protect your hand from accidental splashes or spills.

Prior to heating, remove the screw-top from the pot of wax. Ease open one portion of the plastic hygiene seal to allow the product to “breath” during heating. Carefully remove the seal after heating.

Take great care when warming the wax not to overheat it. Wax should be between 45єC and 52єC, any hotter and it could cause you serious injury. As a guide, the wax should be about the consistency of a thick liquid honey - no thinner. If bubbles appear in the wax it is too hot and wax should be allowed to cool for at least 20 minutes before you even attempt to check the wax on your skin. Stir the pot well to blend all the wax to an even temperature. Even when the wax has reached what appears to be the desired consistency, you will still need to check the heat before every waxing. Do this by using a spatula to spread a little wax thinly in a small patch on the insider of your wrist. When waxing your legs, test with a small patch on your lower leg. It is feels too hot you have overheated the wax. Wash off immediately with cold water and leave the wax to cool for at least 20 minutes before re-testing the wax temperature.

USING THE MICROWAVE

Microwaves vary in power output. Times expressed in the heating guidelines below are based on a 650 watt power microwave. Shorten heating times if your microwave is over 650 watts. Times given are an indication only. Remember, the wax will continue to increase in temperature for up to five minutes after removal from a microwave. Take extreme caution not to overheat. Never leave the heating wax unattended.

NOTE: These times are an indication only. Stir gently to ensure all the wax is heated to the same consistency. If the wax is not the consistency of thick liquid honey heat for 3 seconds longer in the microwave ( or 30 seconds on the stove top), checking the wax heat between each further 3 second heating ( or 30 seconds on the stove top).

USING THE STOVE TOP

Take care not to allow any water into the wax. Place the wax pot in a saucepan and add water until it comes halfway up the wax pot. Gently heat the water and simmer for the time indicated in the heating guidelines below. Take care to keep the water topped up to the halfway point.

WARNING:

Do not leave the heating wax unattended. If the water is allowed to completely evaporate, the plastic pot will overheat and the plastic could melt. You should immediately remove the saucepan from the element and let the pot cool down for 30 minutes. Do not attempt to touch the pot, or remove it from the saucepan, until it is completely cold. Dispose of the melted pot.

If you attempt to reheat the pot you could sustain serious injury from the wax falling through the melted, or weakened bottom of the pot.

DIRECTIONS FOR WAXING

1. APPLY THE WAX

• Check the wax temperature is at a comfortable heat.
• Find the direction of hair growth.
• Dip the spatula up to 1 1/4 inches (3cm) into the wax. Use the edge of the spatula and apply a firm pressure to spread Marzena Sugaring Wax in a thin film along the direction of hair growth. (You’ve got it right if you can still see hair and skin through the wax).
• Avoid the temptation to scrape the spatula backward and forward.

2. APPLY THE COTTON STRIP

• Place a Marzena Cotton Strip over the wax and rub down firmly along the direction of hair growth.

3. REMOVE THE COTTON STRIP

• Hold skin taut with one hand. With the other hand lift the bottom corner of the strip, zip back quickly in one movement, pulling the strip along the surface of the skin.– not away from it.

4. CLEANSE AND MOISTURIZE

• Any wax residue can be rinsed off simply with a little water and a clean cloth.
• Finish off your professional home treatment with MARZENA LOTION WITH INHIBITOR.
• TIP: Maintain your skin and avoid in-grown hair with daily use of a loofah mitt when showering or bathing. Soap up first, and rinse off thoroughly after applying the mitt.

TO WAX LEGS

Treat legs in sections, working down to the ankle, waxing one section at a time.

TO WAX FACE
CAUTION: If you have stubborn facial hair, avoid re-applying wax in the same spot in one waxing session as this could result in a skin irritation or bruising. Because facial skin is extremely soft, take extra care in keeping skin taut when removing the strips. Always check wax temperature on your wrist before applying to your face.

TO WAX BETWEEN EYEBROWS:
CAUTION: Take extreme care when waxing between eyebrows to prevent dropping wax into the eyes. Use a very sparing amount of wax on the spatula, or preferably, as a friend to assist in applying the wax so that you can keep your eyes closed.

Most people will find hair between their eyebrows grows upward. Check the direction of your hair growth. Apply small amounts of wax in the direction of the hair, press the strip onto the wax and remove against the direction of the hair. Use a thumb and forefinger to pull the skin in the area taut.

TO WAX UPPER LIP:

CAUTION: Placing wax on your lips or lip line could cause injury to this sensitive skin. Generally upper lip hair grows down toward the lips. Check the direction of your hair growth. Remove hair from upper lip in two stages. Check direction of hair growth before starting. Remember to apply wax along direction of growth and sip-back sloth strip against growth. Sucking your lips inward, as if to bite them, will assist you in keeping the skin of your upper lip taut. Also place your thumb and forefinger of one hand on either side of the area you are waxing and pull the skin under taut. Treat one side at a time. After applying a thin layer of wax press on the Marzena Cotton Strip and smooth down. Quickly zip-up in the opposite direction to hair growth. repeat in sections until complete area above the top lip is treated.

REMOVING CHIN HAIR:
Tilt head back. Hold skin taut and apply a very thin layer of wax in the direction of the hair growth. Firm on a cotton strip, hold skin taut and zip strip back quickly and firmly against the hair growth.

To WAX UNDER ARMS:
First check underarms are completely dry and free of perspiration. If the hair is long, trim it to 1/4 inch (6mm) before waxing. Always apply talc before treating this area.

The correct position for waxing your right underarm is to raise your right arm, place your right hand on the back of your head and positioning your elbow so that the skin under your arm feels taut. Because it is difficult to keep underarm skin taut, you may require assistance of another person.
Do not proceed until you have managed to keep the skin taut. Improper application can cause skin irritation, skin removal or other injury.

Some people may experience a slight and momentary show of blood at the opening of the hair follicles.
If you find Marzena Sugaring Wax unsuitable, we recommend that you use Marzena Hair Remover Lotion with its distinctive proven formula
Underarm hair may grow in two directions, so it will require removing in two stages.

NOTE: Because hair grows more densely in this area than any other, you must zip-back as close to the skin as possible with one firm, fast, aggressive action. After treatment remember to gently massage or apply a cold, wet flannel to the area to reduce the tingling sensation.

TO WAX BIKINI LINE
If the hair is long or curly, trim first to approximately 1/4 inch (6mm) before waxing. Always apply talc before waxing. Wax in sections, following direction of hair growth.

Hold skin taut, apply Marzena Sugaring Wax thinly in direction of hair growth, apply cotton strip and zip-back quickly.