Waxing

Everyone has a different scale for pain tolerance. What is painful for someone may not bother someone else. Our wax and process work together to offer you the most comfortable service possible. If you’re still worried about managing sensitivity, we recommend taking an ibuprofen or aspirin roughly 30 minutes before your appointment to help maximize your comfort

Tip: Waxing more frequently will help with sensitivity as hair grows back finer and sparser! 

When waxed consistently, hair grows back slower, finer, and sparser. Shaving only cuts your hair, it doesn’t remove your hair, so the quantity and thickness remain the same. Electrolysis and laser hair removal does not work for everyone, which makes waxing a fabulous universal alternative. 

A minimum of 1-2 weeks 

Your hair won’t grow back thicker and darker after waxing, just the opposite! Hair that is removed at the root grows back softer and finer over time. 

These medications increase the rate at which your skin exfoliates so waxing could potentially remove skin as well as hair. Please let your Aesthetician know immediately if you are on any medications. Also be aware that chemical peels, laser, and micro-dermabrasion can also affect skin integrity. 

There are many medications that affect skin and skin integrity (glycolic acid, lactic acid, benzyl peroxide, salicylic acid, alpha hydroxyl acid, vitamin A, prescribed exfoliating scrubs, antibiotics, hormonal medications, radiation and/or chemotherapy drugs). Please consult with your physician in regards to any medications and how it may affect your waxing experience. Some brand names to be aware of: Adapalene, Avita, Tazorac Avage, Proactiv(e), Differin, Strivectin. 

We use two different types of wax, both are incredible. For the face and more sensitive areas of the body, we use a hard wax that shrink wraps and hardens around the hair and lifts from the skin creating a more comfortable experience. We use a traditional soft wax for larger body areas such as legs, arms, chest, and back and it is removed by using a cloth strip. 

There is not a waxing age limit or waxing age requirement. However, if you’re under the age of 18, bring a parent or guardian on your first visit as we need their consent. 

To ensure the most optimal wax experience, you must prepare for a wax! We recommend exfoliating the area several days prior to your appointment. Thoroughly clean the area and make sure to moisturize while avoiding greasy and heavy lotions or oils. 

Hair needs to be at least ¼” to ½” for effective waxing. For most people this means waiting 2-4 weeks (minimum of 2 weeks) from the last time you shaved. The longer you wait, the better the results. 

You can absolutely get a wax on your period. You’ll need to wear a tampon during your service, but otherwise it will be business as usual. 

Absolutely. We will do everything we can to make our pregnant clients feel as comfortable as possible during their waxing service. 

In order to ensure the most comfortable wax experience, we recommend that you avoid sun exposure for 48 hours before and after your wax. 

Wear whatever will make you comfortable during your wax. However, underwear with the least amount of coverage is recommended. We encourage you to leave your top-shelf underwear at home to avoid getting any wax on your favorite pair. 

Women may want to think about scheduling their bikini wax appointments during the first two weeks of their cycle as it will help decrease sensitivity. Avoid drinking a big cup of coffee before your next service as caffeine can increase your sensitivity levels! 

Avoiding ingrown hairs is easy if you make sure to exfoliate 2-3 times per week. We can also recommend a variety of products including scrubs, brushes, poufs and oils that can help minimize ingrown hairs. 

Your skin may be sensitive following your wax. Any red bumps or irritation should subside within a few hours. Make sure to avoid sun exposure, tanning, hot baths, hot tubs, heavy lotions and exfoliation for 48 hours after your service. 

How often you get a wax is slightly dependent on the area, but we recommend waxing every four weeks for the best results.