Waxing
Body Waxing
Body waxing allows you to go for longer periods of time without unwanted body hair than other hair removal techniques, like shaving. If you maintain a regular body waxing routine, your hair will progressively grow back finer and sparser
Each body waxing session also exfoliates dead skin to bring out a shiny and healthy glow.
Waxing removes hair from the root, whereas shaving only removes hair from the surface. That makes the hair blunt, and it can lead to itchy stubble as the hair grows back.
How to Prep For Your Waxing Appointment
Pre-Waxing Tips
Do not shave or wax for at least 3 to 4 weeks prior to your treatment.
For Brazilian and bikini waxes, please trim any long hair to minimize discomfort. Hair should be no more than 1/2″ or less than 1/4″ of growth.
Female clients may have heightened sensitivity during the week prior to or during menstruation.
Limit your caffeine intake the day of your waxing service. Caffeine stimulates the nervous system and increases sensitivity.
Before your wax, please do not…
Use Retin-A/Renovo for at least 30 days.
Use Accutane for at least one year.
Use peels (glycolic, AHA, etcetera) or dermabrasion on the area for at least 24 hours.
Consume excessive amounts of alcohol or sunbathe for at least 48 hours.
Use self-tanners, exfoliants or moisturizers the day of the service – they can cause irritations to the sensitive hair follicles that are open after waxing.
What about after I get waxed?
Minimize skin irritation by applying aloe
Vera or hydrocortisone cream to the treated area.
You may wash the waxed area, but refrain from using harsh cleansers or creams for 24 – 48 hours.
Stay away from hot tubs, hot showers, hot baths, sunbathing and tanning for at least 24 – 48 hours.
For ingrown hair, try Flawless by Whish, available at both spa locations.
Prevent ingrown hairs by avoiding exfoliation for 2 – 3 days and then exfoliating the area regularly.
Avoid shaving in between waxing treatments.