The Best 10 At-Home Waxing Kits You Won’t Regret Buying — Picks Starting at $4

Sally Hansen Hair Remover Wax Kit For Face ($4, originally $8)

This kit from Sally Hansen is, in my opinion, the best affordable option out there. It's worth noting that you do have to heat the wax strips first — you can do that just by rubbing your palms together with the paper in between — which can be particularly annoying for lazy people like me. Still, it grabs the hair nicely and doesn't tug too much at the skin.

What Reviewers Say: "These work rather well. I just wish there were some larger pieces. Pieces are all the same size."

Nads Natural Facial Hair Removal Strips ($7)

These wax strips are effective yet gentle — for way less than what it'd cost you to tip your waxing technician. I used it on my bikini line in addition to the area above my eyebrow, and even though I have sensitive skin, it didn't leave behind any irritation and redness.

What Reviewers Say: "Great product! It's my first time using it for my chin and upper lip areas. It worked perfectly! I definitely recommend this product, and will continue to keep buying it. Bye-bye, nail salon!"

Sally Hansen Insta Wax Strips For Body ($7, originally $10)

Looking for the best at-home bikini wax kit? Go ahead and stop scrolling. The Sally Hansen Insta Wax Strips For Body are my go-to waxing strips whenever I have to give myself a full Brazilian wax, back door and all. You don't have to heat them up (you can just warm them in your hands) and they're big, so you can cover large areas in one fell swoop. Does it hurt? For sure. But they don't leave behind a weird residue, and with the right playlist, you can be done and hair-free in less than 30 minutes.

What Reviewers Say: "I love the new formula! It is quicker to use and more effective. The only con is the strip sizes are a little impractical."

Flamingo Pubic Hair Wax Kit ($10)

This wax kit may be the work of a lesser-known indie brand, but let me just say: this sh*t works. In my opinion, the formula itself has the strongest holding power of any waxing strip I've ever tried. It gripped my hairs with aplomb, which means I didn't have to go over as many areas afterward — a big win, if you ask me.

(FWIW, I've also tried the brand's general Body Wax Kit ($10) and yes — it works just as well, only with bigger strips to make getting larger areas like your legs a breeze.)

What Reviewers Say: "Avoided the pain of hot wax, and got to do bikini maintenance at home! Great product. They work well if you follow the directions closely: make sure you're waxing against the hairs!"

Billie Wax Kit - Body & Underarm ($12)

There's a reason these strips won a coveted PS 2023 Beauty Award: they work with minimal tugging, don't leave behind too much goo (comparably to many on the market), and effectively take off every strand of hair, every time. The box comes with 36 strips in total, but I especially like the medium option (there are 12) for the thicker underarm hair.

What Reviewers Say: "So much easier to use than hot wax! It also does a good job removing the hair. The little pads for after-care make your skin nice and smooth! You just need to rub them on your skin and they work great (they are not supposed to be wet)."

Nair Microwaveable Lux Waxing Kit ($12)

If you've been skipping your underarm wax because dealing with strips is a pain, this kit's for you. Straight into the microwave, apply the warm wax, let it set, and peel it off! The result? No cloth strips, no crazy yanks. It's fast, pretty gentle, and gets the job done cleanly. Just be ready to check your timer.

What Reviewers Say: "Does not hurt if you are used to waxing. It did a decent job for what it is. I'd probably have to order four of these for just the bottom part of my legs. Heats up nicely, but cools down fast, so in order to use ALL the wax you have to be fast! May have to reapply one more time to get the stragglers."

Completely Bare Ready Set Wax for Face, Bikini & Body ($21)

First, the good news: this wax kit does a damn good job of removing every last hair without hurting (for the most part). The bad news is that the lingering wax remnants will stay on your skin forever — or until you massage them off with an oil. Still, for anyone sensitive to many waxes and heat, this is a great place to start.

What Reviewers Say: "I like these strips because they do not require heat and they work really well."

Wakse Stripless Wax Beans ($26)

Here's what I'll say about the Instagram-famous Wakse wax beans: the rose gold shades are damn pretty and make for the most aesthetically pleasing wax experience you'll ever have. Still, the hard wax was a little messy to use, so this wasn't my favorite formula of the bunch. If you want to enjoy giving yourself a wax (in the smallest way that is even possible), though, it's worth a shot.

What Reviewers Say: "Never been so impressed by an at-home wax kit, exceeded all my expectations."

Bliss Poetic Waxing Hair Removal Kit ($32)

The Bliss wax kit is sort of like a scary movie — the sensorial experience is top-notch, but one wrong move and things can get messy, fast. I noticed that it takes a long time to heat up (you have to nuke it in the microwave in 30-second intervals), but it does feel much gentler on the skin. It also grips the hair just as well as any in-salon treatment. Just make sure to lay down a towel before you slather it on to avoid any drippage on the floors.

What Reviewers Say: "This is the only product I purchase for at-home waxing. It's easy to use, smells nice, and lasts forever. I've been using this kit for over 20 years."

Bella Verde Waxing Kit ($40)

I, too, was dazzled by the glowing nearly five-star reviews on Amazon for this wax kit, so I wanted in. And while the formula did work almost as well as an in-salon treatment, it was not exactly space conducive for my teensy NYC bathroom. If you've got the room, this is a great bet.

What Reviewers Say: "Comes with everything you need to wax! very easy set up. If you are new like me, you have to get the hang of applying the wax. It hurts, yes. But only for about 2 seconds, and it works so well! Never going back to regular shaving!"

We're looking at a number of new options for our next update. These include: the Sugardoh Pits to Pubes Sugaring Kit as a great alternative, the Athena Club Wax Strip Kit for Face as an easy-to-use option, and the Nad's 100% Natural Sugar Wax Kit as more of an affordable choice.

Kelsey Castañon (she/her) is an ASME Award-nominated writer and editor with enough years of experience to warrant a retinol prescription. She is currently the editor-in-chief at PS, where she manages content across platforms while simultaneously stockpiling (and reporting on) everything from skin care to wine.

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