Waxing and threading are both methods of hair removal, but they involve different techniques and have some distinct differences: The choice between the two methods depends on your specific needs, pain tolerance, and skin sensitivity. 

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Technique:

Waxing involves applying warm wax to the area with unwanted hair and then using a strip of cloth to quickly pull off the wax along with the hair. The wax adheres to the hair and pulls it out from the root. It removes more hairs at once. Finally followed by hand tweezing to perfect shape and symmetry, then your option of aloe vera gel, vaseline or powder may be applied.  Threading is a technique that uses a twisted thread, usually made of antibacterial cotton, to trap and remove individual hairs. The thread is manipulated in a way that it catches and pulls out the hair from the follicle. It removes more hairs line by line. Finally followed by hand tweezing to perfect shape and symmetry, then your option of aloe vera gel, vaseline or powder may be applied.  

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Sensitivity:

Waxing involves pulling off a larger area of hair at once. Some people may experience redness and irritation after waxing. It is a faster but more intense uncomfort. Threading targets individual hairs. However, the sensation can still be uncomfortable for some, and it may cause redness or mild irritation. It is less intense but prolonged uncomfort.

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Hair Length:

Waxing requires the hair to be a certain length (typically around 2 cm or the length of a grain of rice) for the wax to adhere properly. This means you may need to let your hair grow out a bit before waxing - usually 2- 4 weeks. Threading can remove shorter hairs because it does not rely on the hair being a specific length. It can grab even very fine or short hairs.

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Allergies and Skin Sensitivity:

Some people with sensitive skin or allergies may experience adverse reactions to wax, as this form of removal is a bit more intense. Area should be gently cleansed with antibacterial soap at home post service. Threading uses a simple antibacterial cotton thread, which is less likely to cause allergic reactions or skin sensitivity. Area should be gently cleansed with antibacterial soap at home post service.

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In summary, both waxing and threading are effective methods of hair removal, but they are better suited for different purposes and preferences.

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