- HOW SHOULD I PREPARE FOR MY WAX?
- -Hair must be 1/4 in, or the length of a grain of rice or longer for the wax to grab onto the hair which is at LEAST 14 days worth or more of growth after shaving.
-Exfoliate 3-4x's a week with either a chemical or physical exfoliant but NOT the day of your wax.
-STAY HYDRATED by drinking lots of water and limit caffeine intake the day of. The drier your skin is the harder it is for the hair to be released.
-Wear loose clothing and breathable undies (cotton is best).
-Get your workout in before coming in because there is no working out for 24 hours afterwards.
-Take ibuprofen 20 mins before if you want to!
-I have wipes available to use if you want to freshen up so don't worry if you're coming in after a long day of work!
- WHAT SHOULD I AVOID BEFORE MY WAX?
- Any medication or skincare that says "may cause photosensitivity when exposed to sunlight" or any variation of those words for at least 5 days before getting waxed. The exception to the 5 days rule would be Accutane which you need to be done taking for 6 months.
Avoid excessive caffeine as this can cause dehydration.
- WHAT SHOULD I AVOID 24-48 HOURS AFTER MY WAX?
- -Exfoliating
-Swimming
-HOT shower or bath
-Anything that would cause sweat or friction such as exercise, tight clothing, and sex.
-TOUCH (you will break out)
-Put makeup on (facial waxing)
- DOES WAXING HURT??
- I pride myself in the amount of "Oh, that wasn't as bad as I thought it would be!" remarks that I've gotten over the years. I do my absolute best to keep your wax as pain free as possible but the best way is to stay consistent. Consistent waxing makes it so the hair comes in finer, softer and less dense, in turn making it less painful. Staying hydrated, keeping up on aftercare and not shaving in between waxes can also help your wax be the most comfortable it can be.
- OH NO! I STARTED MY PERIOD, IS IT OKAY TO STILL GET WAXED?
- Absolutely! As long as you have a new/clean tampon or menstrual cup in I can still wax you. You will be slightly more sensitive though so that is something to be aware of. I do have tampons and wipes available for anyone to use if needed.
- I'M PREGNANT, IS IT OKAY TO STILL GET A BRAZILIAN WAX?
- First off, CONGRATULATIONS! Second, of course! You may be more sensitive as your due date gets closer so that is something to be aware of and I will modify your body placement if necessary so you are as comfortable as possible.
*If you are high risk or concerned in any way though, please ask your doctor first.
- CAN I BRING MY KIDS WITH ME?
- As a rule there is a no kids if they aren't getting a service done policy at The Beauty Stop where my suite is located so please do your best to find childcare if needed. I do understand that things happen and childcare can fall through last minute, so if necessary you my bring them as long as they stay in my suite the whole time and avoid the area that I am working in.
The exception to this is during permanent makeup services. No kids are allowed in my suite as service is being done.
- IS GETTING A BRAZILIAN WAX AWKWARD?
- I try to make the whole experience as comfortable as possible for everyone and honestly I don't care what you look like, what size you are, how much hair you have, or what your vulva looks like!
- DO YOU WAX MEN?
- I wax everything except anything under the underwear for men. I will happily refer you to another qualified waxer in the area if that's something you are wanting.
