The 7 Best Professional Hair Wax Products

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Tawni Bannister for Byrdie

To remove or not to remove body hair, that question is completely up to you. In recent years, the body-hair-don't-care movement has seen more people less inclined to remove hair on their legs, arms, and delicate areas. But that's not to say that hair removal hasn't made great strides over the years. It certainly has, and those who are still into a more smooth, bare look, have endless options when it comes to hair removal. Lasers may be best, and they are pricey, but waxing never goes out of style, and it's still the option that a majority of people choose.

Improvements in waxing have made a huge difference in the client's overall experience. Waxes that work overtime, and reduce pain during the process, have really changed the game, especially for ones you can use at home. Pro tip: Prep your skin for waxing by exfoliating a day or two in advance so any ingrown hairs or dead skin can be removed. Read on to learn all about the best of the best in hard and soft professional hair wax options.

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Satin Smooth Honey Wax

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Satin Smooth Honey Wax $19.00
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Satin Smooth Honey Wax is produced from natural pine resin and beeswax, which melts and cools quickly to pull more hair without breakage. Like many soft waxes, it's formulated to spread thinly and easily over large body areas (legs, arms, armpits). Be warned, however, that this wax works best after a few uses—the fluidity is fantastic after it's been used a few times. 

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Gigi Honey Wax

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Gigi All Purpose Honee Soft Wax $14.00
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Gigi Honee Wax is one of the most popular waxes used by beauty professionals. The entire Gigi line has a lot of options to choose from. From soft and hard waxes, to therapeutic waxes, you can tailor your usage to each client's individual needs. Gigi also offers a complete line of waxing accessories, including pre- and post- waxing products.

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Berodin Blue Wax Pellets

berodin stripless wax
Berodin Blue Wax Pellets $22.00
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Many people feel that blue wax is the most painless option when it comes to hair removal and waxing because it hardens and is removed as a whole strip, negating the need for the paper strips that can be messy and often cause more pain. The process is usually faster than traditional waxing, and overall is a more pleasant experience. 

One of the best blue wax products on the market is Berodin Blue Pellets. The stripless wax is formulated with revolutionary polymers for maximum flexibility, melting down at a low temperature, which minimizes irritation. Wax adheres firmly to both fine and coarse hair, without sticking to the skin.

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Hard waxes are best used on smaller areas such as the face and bikini line, as it can break off easily if spread over too large an area.

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Cirepil Blue Hard Wax

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Cirepil Blue Wax $24.00
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Another favorite in the hard wax department is Cirepil Blue Hard Wax. Cirepil is on a mission to make waxing as painless as possible. The creator of Cirepil, Perron Rigot, says “It’s not just about what we remove, it’s about what we leave behind…healthy skin!"

Like other hard waxes, no strips are required. The wax adheres only to the hair, removing it at the root, while not pulling or sticking to the skin. Cirepil Blue Wax also melts at a lower temperature than traditional waxes, making the experience even more comfortable for the client.

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Shobha Sugar Wax

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Shoba Sugaring Wax $22.00
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If you're looking for an all natural waxing product, then Shobha Sugar Wax is the one for you and your clients. Shobha was created by a New York-based salon that specializes in natural hair removal. Their products are safe, health-sensitive and they avoid all things that are toxic or unhealthy. Shobha waxing products are gentle and effective, and they're a great option for health-conscious clients.

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Nacach Soft Wax

Nacach Honey & Chamomile Soft Wax
Nacach Wax Soft Wax $12.00
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Founded in Argentina but made in Italy, Nacach Wax uses only the best in natural and hypoallergenic ingredients in its products, which include a line of waxes, sugar paste, and other hair removal items. The brand offers several ingredients and scents for its soft wax collection such as chocolate, coconut, honey and chamomile, and grape, among others, that tailor to your skin and hair type. Each soft wax boasts a low melting point for easy use, and the packaging is inviting, too.

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Starpil Hypoallergenic Starsoft Soft Strip Wax

Starpil StarSoft Wax
Starpil Hypoallergenic Starsoft Soft Strip Wax $30.00
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Voted an Aestheticians' Choice Award winner, Starpil's Hypoallergenic Starsoft Soft Strip Wax is ideal for those who have hypersensitive skin. Free of perfumes, dyes, and deeply nourishing, Starpil's soft wax is formulated with vitamin E, and tamanu oil, which helps decrease redness and irritation for a painless waxing experience.

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