Hairy Bear Man Solution: Waxing

40 Yr old hairy bear man …

The hype surrounding hair removal is hard to avoid, especially if you are a “Hairy Bear Man”. Most fashion and fitness magazines display men with hardly a misplaced hair in sight. Think about it. Will you want be seen walking around the beach looking like a hairy bear man? This might sound rather extreme, but admit it, that body hair is useless.

According to a recent survey done, if men could change one thing about their bodies, 54.9% would rather change their hair follicles than their muscles.

So what’s stopping you now from not being a hairy bear man? As for me, I personally prefer a smooth chest, stomach, shaved armpits, and a trimmed genital region. Admit it hair removal is not only hygienic, but aesthetically beneficial. Strangers do take note of how well a man takes care of himself, appearances are everything when it comes to making that first impression, and you shouldn’t let those body hair do all the talking.

Grooming body hair can mean a light trim, lined or cleaned pattern, or even complete removal. Each person’s hair growth and skin sensitivity is different, so it may take some trial and error to determine the best method. Here’s the lowdown on the one popular option for hair removal.

Hairy Bear Man, ” AWWWW … this feels so good”

Waxing
If your threshold for pain is higher than normal, waxing is definitely one of the most efficient hair removal method. Waxing is an effective method of removing large amounts of hair at one time. A sticky wax is spread on the area of skin where the unwanted hair is growing. A cloth strip is then applied over the wax and quickly pulled off in the opposite direction of the hair growth, taking the hairs out of the follicles and dead skin cells with it. Waxing leaves the area smooth and is long lasting (3 to 6 weeks) and with repeated use, hair gradually becomes thinner because the roots are weakened, which is a good way to lessen the hair that grows on your legs or chest without permanently abolishing it.

Hairy Bear Man after a waxing session

Personal waxing strips sound like a nice idea. By bringing the wax experience home, men can both avoid the spa costs and the risk of striking a Mariah Carey falsetto in front of complete strangers. But there’s one problem. Most people’s brains are hard-wired against the self-infliction of pain, especially pain emanating from the breadbasket. Most people mention that the biggest drawback to waxing is the pain when the hair is ripped out by the root,the pain hits you in extremely hot pangs! If you want a similar sensation without going through the process, I would suggest taking a lighter to your junk. But if you choose to wax at home, here are some tips you should be aware of:

TIPs on Do It Yourself Waxing

• Hot wax is extremely flammable. Keep it away from an open flame. Never heat it on a gas stove.

• Always test a small patch of skin for sensitivity or an allergic reaction before you treat the entire area.

• When applying hot wax, make sure the strips do not connect.

• Apply the wax in an even thickness with slightly fuller edges.

• Apply the hot wax strips against the direction of hair growth. Before the wax sets, redirect the hair in its normal hair growth direction.

• Remove the wax strips against the direction of hair growth. First, use the tips of your fingers to flick up a small section of wax at the base of the strip. Firmly grip the raised section of wax. Then pull the strip away in a very brisk, upward motion.

• Apply an ice compress at the end of the treatment to reduce the risk of sebaceous activity.

• If you intend to recycle the wax, heat the entire pot to 120°C (248°F) and leave it at that temperature for 40 minutes to sterilize the wax before straining.

• Always throw away wax that you apply to the underarm or crotch areas.

• Always use fresh, clean wax to define eyebrows or wax away unwanted facial hair.

• Never remove eyelashes, eyebrows, nose or ear hair, genital hair, or hair on irritated, chapped, sunburned, or cut skin.

• Never wax if you have diabetes or circulatory problems, or if you are particularly susceptible to infection.

• Never wax over varicose veins, moles, or warts.

• For waxing to work, hair should be at least 1/4 inch (about 6 millimeters) long, so skip shaving for a few weeks before waxing.