Wax on - Wax off
Unlike shaving and hair removal creams, waxing removes the hair by the root. This means it takes longer to grow back and re-growth is noticeably softer and sparser with no itchy stubble.
Why get waxed?
- Being hair-free feels cleaner and more hygienic
- Reduces body odour, particularly in summer
- Sports related benefits for swimmers, athletes and cyclists
- Improves appearance and enhances muscle definition
- Increased self-confidence
- Partner prefers the smooth look
How long does the hair need to be?
To get the best results, your hair needs to be at least 1cm long. After the first wax, as long as you do not shave between treatments, you'll find the second wax to be a lot more comfortable. This is because your hair will grow back finer and sparser. Typically, the 'cactus' feel you have with shaving will not exist with waxing, making it easier to grow out between waxes.
How long will the results last and how often should I be waxed?
Everyone's different and all areas have different re-growth speeds. With the intimate area, in most cases, you will see minimal re-growth during the first 3 weeks, with a noticeable increase after that. Because of the way hair grows, its recommend that you wax every 4 weeks for the first 4 appointments, to get on a growth cycle that gives the best results. You'll then find that you'll be able to leave longer gaps between your appointments. Continued waxing encourages slower, softer, sparser re-growth. Please do not shave the area between your appointments as this disrupts the natural growth cycle, and you will be left with stubble.
What's involved?
The area being waxed is cleansed with pre wax lotion and then warm wax is applied to a small area using a spatula. A paper strip is pressed down on the wax and drawn quickly away removing the wax and the hairs that are attached. After the treatment a soothing tea tree lotion is applied to calm the skin.
Does it hurt?
Many customers say that the sensation is similar to being slapped with a plastic ruler: a momentary ouch that quickly fades. Most clients agree that the discomfort is nowhere near as bad as they anticipated and it also gets easier with every subsequent appointment.
Will it feel uncomfortable afterwards?
Slight soreness, small bumps and redness are common temporary reactions, particularly if this is your first wax. These should subside within a few hours, and many people find that regular waxing results in less irritation.
What should I wear to my treatment?
Loose clothing should be worn to avoid any aggravation to the skin after your treatment.
How can I avoid in-growing hairs?
Exfoliate the skin thoroughly to remove dead skin cells. Moisturise the skin every day. If the skin is supple new growth can break through more easily reducing the risk of ingrowing hairs and infection.
Aftercare advice
After your treatment the skin may feel and look a little sore. If you are going on holiday it is best to be waxed at least a week before you go. Sweating may cause the hair follicles to become infected (Folliculitus), so you are advise to avoid the following:
- exposing the skin to sunlight or sun beds for 48 hours
- having a sauna or any heat treatment for 24 hours
- taking a bath or shower for 24 hours
- doing any exercise for 24 hours
- applying any moisturisers or body lotions, other than those recommended for 24 hours.
