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Waxing versus shaving

Shaving vs waxing1. Waxing lasts longer

When you wax it removes the entire hair from the root, resulting in hair-free skin for weeks. Shaving only leaves you hair free for a few days at most, because it only cuts the hair down; it does not actually remove it. Your skin will remain smooth and hair free much longer.

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