How to Prepare for Your Brazilian/ Manzilian Wax (or any area of waxing)
Say Bonvage to Itchy Hair, and Bonjour to Smooth Skin!
7 Ways to Prepare for a Wax
- Please shower before your appointment. A warm or hot shower can help relax your skin and open up your pores for an easier waxing service. No matter what area you are getting waxed, check the area for cuts, inflammation, broken skin or a rash. You may want to delay your wax as this could aggravate these issues. We also provide warm wet wipes if showering beforehand is not an option.
- Prep Your Skin. At least 24 hours prior to your wax, exfoliate the skin to ensure dead skin cells are removed and all hair breaks through the skin. If you are already using our After Wax Care solution, then you would already be prepping the skin with chemical exfoliation.
- Wear Loose-Fitting Clothing. Prep your outfit the night before. Loose-fitting clothing can give your skin a chance to breathe and reduce moisture.
- Appropriate Hair length. To get the best results from your waxing service, your hair should be at least ¼ inch long (the length of a grain of rice) at the time of your appointment. We also ask you to wait for at least 2-weeks after shaving or other hair removal services to lower your discomfort level. We discourage shaving between sessions to avoid coarser hair and chafed skin!
- Watch TV. Have a Conversation. No worries-it really doesn’t hurt that much. Try deep breaths before you come in to relax the body or you can ask about the various distractions that we provide so that you can have the most comfortable experience with us. Trust us, we want you to become one of our long-time guests, so we always provide the best experience and the most comfortable environment!
- What to expect. In some areas you’ll hardly flinch; other areas result in a bit of an extra pang – but either way, it’s over in about TWO SECONDS. Our experienced, professional female therapists work in small sections and press down on the skin immediately after pulling off the wax strip to dull the pain. Every wax after the first one gets easier, this is due to the weakening of the follicle after repeated hair waxing. This means an easier return visit every time you get your awesome experience! Services are carried out by our professional female therapists using high-quality wax suitable for sensitive skin.
- Avoid Triggers of Pain. Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and exercise before your wax. These things increase the circulation of blood which can increase discomfort. Feel free to also take your pain reliever of choice (avoid aspirin) to help alleviate any discomfort you may have at least 30-minutes before your service.
- Waxing 101: Smoother Results. Experiencing mild discomfort is worth the end result of clean, smooth skin for at least 3 to 4 weeks. We look forward to seeing you!
