How Quickly Will Hair Grow Back After Waxing

Posted: December 6th, 2013

Many people rely on the vanity of waxing. Waxing involves removing hair on the body from the root. It is said to be painful the first time you have this procedure done, but once you have become used to it, it will hurt less and be more second nature. However, one question that perhaps everyone has when they get their first waxing or plan to is how quickly the hair will grow back afterward. Generally speaking, a waxing will last for up to six weeks. At the same time, the hair's growth cycle largely depends on the individual as some people experience a faster hair growth than others. The hair growth cycle contains three stages: growing, resting and transitional. Up to 90 percent of hair follicles are in the growing stage while the rest are either resting or in transition. This means that at any point, there is probably hair growing beneath the surface of your skin. If you go for a followup waxing appointment before the six week duration, you will find that you will be able to go longer between waxing sessions. This means that your hair will take longer to grow following waxing appointments. It is also the reason why many people who have regular waxing tend to see less hair appearing within a shorter period of time. In addition, when the hair does grow back, it will be less, not more as the myth states. This is due to the fact that there are less cells in the waxed area due to the repeated stress of waxing. As a result, less hair will grow back. Also, the more you get waxed, the more hair will be gone permanently. In general, if you are going for your very first waxing and plan on going for a repeat appointment, it is recommended that you go for a second waxing two to four weeks after. However, if you don't plan on having another waxing appointment after your first, you will generally see the hair growing back approximately six weeks after your waxing.