waxing vs. shaving

we get it, removing body hair isn’t your favorite way to spend your free time. but if you’re after silky-smooth skin, you’ll need to find a method that works to you. there’s no one-size-fits all answer to is waxing better than shaving because both waxing and shaving will have you looking and feeling smooth, but there are pros and cons to each.

since there really is no right or wrong answer, we thought we’d break down some of the pros and cons of each method for you, so that you can make an educated decision. shaving education is way more fun than algebra, isn’t it?

waxing vs. shaving

shaving

there’s a reason shaving is one of the most popular forms of hair removal. it’s easy. people like easy. if you have access to a tub or shower, shaving is a great option to remove your body hair.

pros

it’s quick and effective

there’s no wait when you shave, just jump in there, shave off those pesky hairs, and go on about your day.

it’s simple

slap on some shave gel, send your hair packing, rinse off, move on. easy as pie. or cake, if you’re a cake person.

you can do it anywhere

anywhere there’s hair, you can take it on with your razor. the results will be the same wherever you decide to shave

cons

more frequent upkeep

when you shave with a manual razor, aka our handy joy razor, your hair will grow back quickly. this means you’ll have to shave often to keep your skin prickle-free

can cause irritation and razor bumps

if you’re not using a sharp blade, your razor can pull on your leg hair. this can lead to irritation, and ingrown hairs. a fresh blade and a generous helping of shaving cream can minimize those issues.

waxing

with the right formula, waxing can give you smooth skin for weeks. it can be a little trickier than shaving to master, but the results speak for themselves.

pros

long lasting results

when you wax with glee wax strips, you’ll get up to 28 days of smooth skin. you could fly to the moon and back four times before your hair grows back.

fast

waxing only takes as long as it takes you to put the wax on and pull it off again. and if you get a ready-made strip like glee wax, you don’t even have to wait for it to warm up. which brings us to...

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cons

can hurt

we’re not telling you anything you don’t already know, but when you pull out your hair, it can sting for a minute. luckily, glee wax strips come with a dry touch finishing wipe that soothes your skin and can have you on your way before you know it.

shaving

there’s a reason shaving is one of the most popular forms of hair removal. it’s easy. people like easy. if you have access to a tub or shower, shaving is a great option to remove your body hair.

pros

it’s quick and effective

there’s no wait when you shave, just jump in there, shave off those pesky hairs, and go on about your day.

it’s easy

we mentioned it above, but shaving is pretty straight forward. slap on some shave gel, send your hair packing, rinse off, move on. easy as pie. or cake, if you’re a cake person.

you can do it anywhere

anywhere there’s hair, you can take it on with your razor. the results will be the same wherever you decide to shave

cons

more frequent upkeep

when you shave with a manual razor, aka the joy razor you’re thinking of when you think razor, your hair will grow back more quickly, meaning you’ll have to shave more often.

can cause irritation and razor bumps

if you’re not using a sharp blade, your razor can pull on your leg hair, leading to irritation, and, on occasion, ingrown hairs. a shave gel like glee can minimize those issues if you choose to shave.

waxing

ready to give up your razor for something new? give waxing a try. here’s a little breakdown to help you decide if waxing is right for you.

pros

long lasting results

when you wax, with glee wax strips, you can expect your results to last up to 28 days. imagine that, 28 days of not worrying about body hair? not too shabby at all.

fast

waxing is fast, glee wax strips are ready to go, so no rubbing needed, waxing only takes as long as it takes you to put the wax on, and pull it off again.

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cons

can hurt

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