Check the bag instructions on your beans to see how many you need to melt. Ultimately, it’ll depend on how much skin you plan to wax.
Check the temperature of the wax by patch-testing it along the backside of your wrist. If it feels a little too warm, wait a few minutes before applying any wax. [3] X Research source
Be sure to stir the wax with a wooden stick in between each microwave cycle.
A saucepan also works if you don’t have a pot on hand. [5] X Research source
Check the instructions on the wax bean bag to see how much you should melt at once.
The wax is much too hot to apply if it immediately falls and separates from the stick. If it takes more than 3-4 seconds to drop away, the wax is too cool to apply. [11] X Research source Depending on the consistency, either raise the temperature slightly or give your wax some time cool off so it’s safe to apply to your skin.
Double-check your wax warmer’s user manual to see what the manufacturer recommends.
To be safe, consult your wax warmer’s manual to see if the manufacturer mentions any specific temperature suggestions.
Liquid-like wax is far too hot to wax your skin with, while super slow wax is too cool. [15] X Research source Adjust the temperature on your warmer accordingly until the wax looks like molasses or thick honey.
