More and more people are opting for the long-term benefits of waxing. The advantage of waxing is that it takes 4 to 6 weeks before re-growth occurs, and when it does, the hair is finer and softer. Waxing removes the hair shaft, together with the root. This means that over time you will need to wax less frequently for a smooth hair-free skin. Shaving on the other hand is a temporary method of hair removal, which encourages re-growth. Waxing is the most cost effective and least time consuming method with permanent long-term benefits.