Question 1

How long does my hair have to be to get waxed?

Accepted Answer

¼ of an inch or this long __ This will ensure the wax adheres to the hair. If you normally shave, 2 weeks after your last shave should be okay to wax. If you have hair longer than ¼ inch, please trim or when you come to your appointment we will trim it for you, having longer hair can be painful. If you have more course thick hair it will be more effective if the hair is ½ inch long. As you begin making waxing part of your routine, you can go shorter.

Question 2

Can I shower before I get waxed?

Accepted Answer

Take a warm shower (not hot – this can be worse) before waxing. The warm shower helps open your pores and will remove the hair faster.

Question 3

Should I Exfoliate?

Accepted Answer

Exfoliate, exfoliate, and exfoliate more! Exfoliating with a body scrub will ensure the wax goes straight to the hair and not have to cut through dead skin cells and oils.

Question 4

What can I do for pain?

Accepted Answer

If you are sensitive to pain, take an ibuprofen or aspirin 30 minutes before to help with pain.
You can also arrive 15 minutes before your appointment and ask for numbing spray for your brazilian wax.

Question 5

What if I get a rash/turn red?

Accepted Answer

Shower immediately after exercise to keep follicles clear and bacteria free. Avoid sweating and always keep that area clean for the first few hours. Don't add any lotion or oils because that will irritate it more. Do not apply ice or anything cold to the surface being waxed.

Question 6

How long in between do I schedule my Wax Appointments?

Accepted Answer

Wait 2-4 weeks between waxing appointments for anything other than brows. This will allow your hair follicles to cycle and weaken each state by removing new growth as it comes in.

Question 7

Can I wax during my menstrual period?

Accepted Answer

Wait one week after your menstrual cycle to schedule your Bikini Area wax service.

Question 8

Can I drink coffee or alcohol before my wax service?

Accepted Answer

Avoid Caffeinated drinks or alcohol before waxing, this makes skin more sensitive.

Question 9

What's the deal with ingrown hairs?

Accepted Answer

Do not pick at ingrown hairs, this will cause inflammation and weakens the pore lining. Let it do it's thing, it will come out and if not we can extract it.

Question 10

Should I shave in between my waxing appointments?

Accepted Answer

To gain the most from waxing, avoid shaving and schedule your appointments regularly. If you shave, it throws off your growth pattern.

Question 11

I have a big event, when should I wax?"

Accepted Answer

If it's your first time with Bella Skin, wax a week before to make sure your skin is used to our products and then you can wax again a few days before.
 
If you're an exisiting client you know how your skin reacts, 1-2 days should be okay.

We use the best quality of products on the market.

Question 12

What kind of wax do you use?

Accepted Answer

The wax that we use is Berodin brand. Best in the market, it is a European product that is amazing for sensitive skin.

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