Pre-Wax

(please also refer to our protocol page for tips on successful booking)

Waxing can be a less-than-comfortable experience, but here are some great hints that can make your waxing procedure pleasant!

  • Take ibuprofen at least 20 minutes beforehand may help dull your pain receptors (as long as it’s not contraindicated by your doctor).
  • The day of your waxing, limit your caffeine intake as it can stimulate the nervous system which can make you more sensitive and red.
  • For females, try to schedule your appointment within the first 2 weeks after you have ended your cycle as this is when you are probably retaining the least amount of fluid, and should probably be the least sensitive. We will still wax our clients if they are on their cycle as long as they wear a tampon and know they will most likely be more sensitive.
  • For body waxing treatments, please allow about 2 weeks of growth before your visit. Everyone’s hair grows at a different pace, but 2 weeks is a good rule-of-thumb. The longer the growth (within reason) will mean less tweezing and a cleaner wax. Your hair must be at least half the length of your pinky nail (go ahead… check your pinky!)
  • If you do not wax or shave your hair at all, please trim hair to a reasonable length. If the hair is very long, we increase the chance of accidental tugging and breakage of the hair.
  • Do not apply self tanner, moisturizer, or any abrasive body or facial scrubs.
  • Do not go sit in the sun or go to the tanning booth prior to your service.
  • Discontinuing any product that exfoliates or dries the skin for at least 1 week prevents tears, scabbing or burning.
  • Avoid getting spray tanned before any waxing procedure. Wax tends to lift the color off your skin leaving it patchy-looking.
  • Some products that conflict with waxing are:
  • Accutane, Differin, Retin A/Retinol, Glycolic acid/AHA’s, ProActive, Avita, Benzoyl peroxide, Salicylic acid/ BHA’s

These are only some of the products that we are aware of that may cause problems. New ones come out every day! If you have any doubt, don’t use it or don’t wax. However, if you still desire to use your skin products that are not conducive to waxing, we may use an extremely hypoallergenic hard wax that is great for sensitive and chemically treated skin. When you call for your appointment, please let us know!