Absolutely Flawless Waxing

Clients who return within 6 weeks of any treatment receive a 10% discount on any service under $60 or a $10 discount on any service $60 or more. 

NOTE, if you make an appointment for waxing, please make sure that hair is long enough to wax - especially with Brazilians. If you do not have hair that is long enough to wax, you may be charged for a cancellation.

About Waxing

Waxing is the most common form of hair removal available today. In this treatment, warm wax is applied to the hair and pulled off in strips. There are two types of wax: hard and soft. Hard wax is usually better for more delicate areas like the face, underarms, and bikini because it is easier on the skin. Strip wax is good for the coarser hair on the legs, arms, back, and chest. We use Cirepil stripless (hard) wax on the more delicate areas because it is gentle as well as moisturizing.

How you Can Benefit From Waxing

Waxing reduces hair growth when performed at regular, intervals of 3-6 weeks. While shaving crops the hair even with the skin, waxing pulls it out by the root, so it grows back softer, finer, and thinner. Waxing is great for those who are tired of the hassle of shaving several times per week. The more you wax, the less hair grows back.

Waxing Precautions

Waxing should not be performed if you have particularly sensitive skin because waxing pulls off a couple of layers of skin (along with hair) when it is removed and can cause tenderness and swelling. In addition, some medications will cause the skin to react badly to waxing. Don’t wax if you’re taking Retin-A, Accutane, Renova, any type of acne prescription, or if you have had recent microdermabrasion, chemical peels, or laser treatments. You should also let me know of any allergies of any kind, as well as adverse reactions you have had in the past. Waxing can be more painful during menstruation, so it should be avoided in the 2 days prior to, during, and 2 days after your monthly cycle.  

How to Prepare for your Waxing Treatment

The hair you want to have waxed should be grown out to a minimum of 1/4” above the skin. If hairs are left too short, the wax won’t be able to adhere to them strongly enough to pull them out. Also, refrain from taking a shower or bath immediately before the treatment because soaking the hair will soften it, allowing it to break more easily and making waxing less effective. Also, some people find that if they take an Ibuprofen about 45 minutes before the waxing treatment, their skin is less sensitive. Others find that regular exfoliation of the area to be waxed also decreases sensitivity. Remember, over time, regular waxing will decrease the sensitivity of the hair follicle as well.

Home Care

It is important to care for the waxed area properly after treatment to prevent ingrown hairs, breakouts, or other reactions. Exfoliation, using a pumice stone or exfoliating gloves with a bath gel or an acne wash, will help keep this skin clear and less prone to blemishes. Avoid using a bar soap because it leaves a film on the body that could cause ingrown hairs. For breakout zones, defined as the face, back, and chest, use a gentler exfoliant and an anti-breakout lotion such as PFB vanish. Do not go in the sun or use tanning booths directly after waxing, especially while the skin is still red from treatment, and only apply gentle moisturizers twenty-four hours after treatment. Try to avoid products with harsh chemicals, perfumes, or dyes.