Your Waxing Questions Answered

How should I prepare for hair waxing? 

Let the hair on your body or face you want to have waxed grow out about a half inch above the skin for best results. If hairs are left too short, the wax won't be able to adhere to them strongly enough to pull them out. Waxing should not be performed if you have extremely sensitive or fragile skin, or if you are taking Retin-A, or Accutane because the skin will be more susceptible to tears. For female clients, it is best to avoid getting body waxing  or face wax 3 days before and or after your menstrual cycle as the skin may be more sensitive due to hormones. 

What can I expect during waxing? 

Usually for body waxing a preconditioning lotion is first applied to the area to be waxed. Then warm wax is applied onto the skin and strips of special waxing cloth are pressed into it and is quickly removed. You may feel some discomfort when the wax is pulled off. The more you experience waxing the less the discomfort becomes. 

What is Brazilian waxing? 

Brazilian waxing is a type of body waxing that got its start with the daring bathing suits worn by both sexes on Brazil's sunny beaches. The treatment involves the body waxed of all hairs from the skin in the genital area. Some clients request hair on the inner and outer buttocks be waxed off also (the extreme Brazilian). 

How should I best prepare my body for a Brazilian wax?  

The same as you would for a bikini. Be aware that there is no modest way to receive a Brazilian. However your esthetician is a professional and will do everything possible to make you feel comfortable. 

Post Waxing Appointment Care: 

It is important to care for the waxed area properly post treatment to prevent ingrown hairs, breakouts or other reactions. Exfoliation will help keep the skin clean and less prone to blemishes. Home care products may be recommended by your esthetician for your best results. 

  Do not use tanning beds and avoid sun tanning 

directly after body waxing services and for about 48 hours