Waxing is one of the best ways to temporarily remove unwanted hair. It is more effective than shaving because it removes hair from the roots, not just from the skin’s surface. Over time, hair in waxed areas regrows lighter and more sparse, or not at all.
Waxing on the back.
Waxing on the entire face.
Waxing on parts of the face.
Waxing on the arms.
Waxing on the legs.
Waxing on the underarm.
Waxing removes hair from the root underneath the skin, not just from the surface, so the hair follicle needs to go through another cycle of regrowth which takes up to 6 weeks, unlike shaving where hair can grow back in days.
Every time hair is pulled out with wax, a new papilla (the bulb on the bottom of the hair follicle) needs to form so hair takes longer to re-grow, additionally, consistently removing hair from the root causes papilla regeneration to weaken so hair will grow back softer and finer. Applying warm wax to the skin causes the pores to expand so hair is released painlessly with ease.
Here are the top 5 reasons why you should switch to waxing:
We wish we could stimulate hair growth! Only hormonal changes – either natural or artificial – can alter our hair. When we experience puberty and our hair changes, we begin to shave and we liken the hair change as the result of the shaving. Shaving blunt cuts our hair and thus leaves a stubble. Waxing pulls the hair out by the root so when it regrows, it is very fine at the tip. With waxing, new hair growth is soft.
If waxing is performed using poor technique hairs can break off and cause irritation or ingrown hairs.
Yes. Home care is a must to ensure the best results. Start your home care the day after receiving your waxing treatment, even if irritation is present. Before that (i.e directly after your treatment and then for at least 12 hours) refrain from using the sauna, deodorant and from tanning. We encourage you to discontinue tweezing, shaving or using any other method of hair removal during your wax life.
If you have:
If the following medications are taken, waxing is NOT recommended because the side effects of these drugs can be extreme sensitivity and irritation:
There are a few reasons for this problem:
Yes, note that a 1/4″ growth is ideal for most hard waxes to grab and remove the hair efficiently and comfortably
Yes, possibly. The upper lip, back and chest are all areas that are prone to breakouts. If you have a tendency towards ingrown hairs and irritation from shaving, you are more likely to have the same reactions waxing, although dramatically decreased. To minimize skin reactions, you MUST use proper home care and come to get waxed on a regular schedule.
Yes, apply a topical analgesic spray with Lidocaine to gently desensitizes the skin prior to waxing. Lidocaine penetrates the surface of the skin, numbing the area to be waxed within minutes, minimizing the discomfort typically associated with waxing.
No hot baths for the reminder of the day as hot water can sip into open hair follicle and cause irritation
No exposure to sun or tanning for up to 48 hours as skin tends to be more sensitive.
We suggest wearing loose clothing. The skin is usually sensitive post waxing service and you won’t want to wear anything that rubs. You will not leave in discomfort per se, but expect the waxed area to be sensitive.
It’s like working out at the gym. You don’t automatically lose 10lbs on your first visit, right? It’s the same thing with waxing. You will not get the best wax until your 3rd wax. This is due to the 3 stages of hair growth. So, 3 growth stages + 3 waxes = the best wax. By “best wax” we mean: No hair left behind, ultimate smoothness, slow hair regrowth and little skin irritation.
There is never any double-dipping of our waxing implements, and therefore, no risk of cross-contamination.
Come in for a wax every 4 to 6 weeks. We do experience different growth rates but on average, the 4-week mark is the best time. This timing is based on the 3 stages of hair growth.
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