For men, removing back hair is a matter of personal preference. For women suffering a condition known as hirsutism, it can be necessary to avoid embarrassment. With hirsutism, coarse, dark hair grows on women's bodies where it typically doesn't--including the back. Waxing is an option for temporarily removing excessive hair.
Steps
The waxing procedure begins by applying a layer of warm wax on your back. In a short time, the wax hardens over the hair. Once this occurs, the wax is removed from your skin, pulled against the direction of your hair growth to pull out back hair. To help reduce any pain in the process, the technician will likely spread powder, lotion, or oil on your back afterward.
Cost
According to CostHelper.com, the price for back waxing depends on where you live and whether you're visiting a hotel, resort, salon or spa. On average, you can expect to pay approximately $40 to $55 if you get your back waxed at your local salon or spa and as much as $65 at a hotel or resort.
Risks and Warnings
Waxing your back can be a painful process. Not only can hot wax potentially burn your skin, it can also sting or cause redness or irritation on your back. If you have diabetes or circulatory issues, ask your waxing professional to ensure the wax is safe for you, as some are dangerous for individuals with these conditions. Also, wax should not be applied to moles, warts or sunburned areas.
Frequency
Waxing your back may yield positive results, but they are not permanent. One or two weeks after waxing your back, you may see hair begin to grow again. Within six or seven weeks, the hair will need a repeat waxing. By waxing your back frequently, you may be able to prolong the time it takes for hair to grow back.
Cold Waxes
Cold waxes are available for those who want their backs waxed without the risk of burns from hot wax. With this technique, a special wax that remains soft at room temperature is applied to the back with the same results as its hot counterpart.
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