7 Things No One Ever Tells You About Waxing

Regardless of whether you're a first-timer or even a seasoned client, when it comes to waxing hair removal you're guaranteed to have some questions.

If you've never had your hair removed from your body, you're bound to be equal parts curious and cautious about what to expect before booking your first appointment. If you're a waxing regular, you probably still wonder about the real rules and best practices for prep and post wax maintenance.

Even though it's common practice, so much about the hair-removal practice is still shrouded in mystery. With so many conflicting dos and don’t for waxing. it can be hard to sift through to find the facts. To get to the truth about waxing, Here we share everything you've wanted to know about waxing but have been too afraid to ask.

Length Is Key

For the best waxing experience, the  length of hair is key. This is especially important for first-timers, who in a way are going into the process blind. "For maximum results, it is ideal to grow hair out to at least one cm before going in for your first wax." Depending on where you're getting waxed, you can either trim hair the two weeks before or shave 4 weeks  in advance so that hair grows to this optimum length for your appointment date. Once you've begun waxing, book your appointments in conjunction with your hair growth, typically every four weeks.

Never Shave Between Waxes

The biggest mistake even the most seasoned clients is making is shaving between waxes. "This seems like a quick fix for stubble, but shaving only removes hair at skin level, so it reappears in one to four days, and over time the skin itself becomes coarse. The detriments of shaving are countless, especially if you're trying to reap the benefits of waxing. With regular waxing, hair may eventually become finer and grow more slowly, increasing your time between waxes and reducing the appearance of hair. If you shave between your appointments, "by continually cutting the hair, you are, in fact, stimulating its growth, encouraging the hair to grow back faster, thicker, coarser, and fuller, resulting in more hair growing from each pore. Furthermore, every time you shave you risk getting nicks, cuts, razor burn, and ingrown hairs, aggravating the skin and increasing its risk of infection.

Exfoliate, Exfoliate, Exfoliate Often and moisturise 

How you take care of your skin before and after waxing has a tremendous impact on the results. Exfoliating is a must. Keeping your skin moisturised will ensure healthy, hydrated skin. Hydration is also key, especially in winter when hair is dry and may be more likely to break when waxing. Breakage causes hair "to grow back faster and thicker. So you want to keep skin hydrated and healthy at all times." Exfoliating is just as important.  By exfoliating with an exfoliating body brush you are removing dead skin and helping to prevent ingrown hairs in the process.

Do Your Homework

UNLIKE MOST BEAUTY SALONS WHICH COULD BE CONSIDERED JACKS OF ALL TRADES BUT MASTERS OF NONE, WAXING ME PRETTY CHELTENHAM WAXING THERAPISTS DEVOTE THEIR ENTIRE DAYS TO WAXING HAIR REMOVAL.

OUR SPECIALIST SKILLS MEAN THAT YOUR WAXING ME PRETTY CHELTENHAM WAX WILL BE QUICKER, CAUSE YOU LESS DISCOMFORT AND GIVE YOU BETTER RESULTS THAN WAXES FROM GENERALIST BEAUTY SALONS, WHICH DO NOT TYPICALLY EMPLOY EXPERTS.

FURTHERMORE, WE’LL MAKE SURE THAT YOU GET THE BEST RESULTS FOR WEEKS AFTER YOUR TREATMENT THANKS TO THE DETAILED AFTERCARE ADVICE YOU WILL RECEIVE FROM OUR FRIENDLY AND KNOWLEDGEABLE THERAPIST.

Choose a skilled waxer. All salons offer waxing but not all of them do it well. An intimate wax should not be intimidating or painful. Go to a therapist who has had specific training - shockingly most therapists have had no proper training in intimate waxing. 

At Waxing Me pretty Cheltenham we are professionally trained in intimate waxing to industry standards. Recognised and accredited from BABTAC as award winning waxing experts in female body waxing and intimate waxing with qualification and certificates available. Waxing me pretty are members of the British Association of Beauty Therapy & Cosmetology (BABTAC) are appropriately qualified, meticulously verified and appropriately insured.

You should not have to ask for thoroughness - experts do this everyday so just leave the intimate waxing to them. 

Timing Is Everything

Keeping the correct timing between waxes ensures the best results and can also help with planning for specific events. First, it's important that you maintain your routine waxing schedule year-round. Even if winter months have you worrying less about leg hair, if you take a hiatus while you're bundled up you'll be reversing your progress come spring and have to start all over again. Second, if you're scheduling waxing appointments to coincide with particular times you'll need to be hairless, f you're planning a winter or holiday getaway, it's best to come in for a waxing service as close to your trip as possible—ideally 2 to 3 days before leaving. This ensures your skin will continue to look and feel great for your entire vacation as the grow back period is typically between 4 weeks.

Don't Forget SPF

Your skin may be extra sensitive after a wax, so it's even more important that you make sure to lather up with sunscreen (something you should be practicing whether or not you're waxing). Using sun protection is always recommended year-round, and it is especially important during the first 24 hours after waxing to avoid redness and irritation. Just because the sun isn't out, doesn't mean it's okay to skimp on the sunscreen. People often forget about sunscreen in the winter, but your skin is just as vulnerable to a burn even when the temperatures drop."

Leave It to the Professionals

Though there are many at-home waxing kits on the market, Waxing is one treatment you must always leave to the professionals. We believe that a wax should never be performed at home for many obvious reasons, including the risk of a severe burn, DIY wax is also not designed for sensitive skin, and without a trained professional, you risk removing skin with the hair—in some cases even up to two layers of skin." Ouch!

So there you have it, If you have anything else at all that you’d like to ask us prior to your first time at Waxing Me Pretty, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch, either by calling us on 07544563471or by email: hello@waxingmeprettycheltenham.com Otherwise, we look forward to seeing you for your first wax very soon!

To book your next (or first) waxing treatment at waxing me pretty cheltenham get in touch with us on:

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10 Things Your Bikini Waxer Wants You to Know

The most important one: No one is judging.

How you groom down there is a purely personal decision. But if totally bare—or close to it—is what you’re after, there’s no denying that a bikini wax or Brazilian \ Hollywood wax is the fastest, least bump-inducing way to smooth things out below the waist.

Let’s get this straight: There’s no wrong choice when it comes to getting a bikini wax or not. From Barbie-doll hairless to full bush. 

That said, it doesn’t matter how advanced you are in the Brazilian arts, we get that. Here, our favourite bikini-waxing specialists share what they wish they could tell you before you lie down on the table. (Hint: You have nothing to be embarrassed about. Unless you show up drunk. Don’t do that.)

1. No one is judging your vulva.

First things first: “Don’t be nervous about the way your vulva looks, “We see all sizes and colours on a daily basis. Our job is to make you look and feel better about it.” It’s a bikini wax, not an audition to be a pubic-hair model.

2. Don’t shave.

Seriously. “Prior to waxing, the length of your hair should be at least a quarter inch - 1.5cm,” Any less and the wax won’t have enough hair to grip during the removal process. 

3. Seriously, there’s no such thing as being too hairy.

“A lot of clients get embarrassed about their growth if it’s been a while,”“I’d rather wax overgrown hair than a three-week-old shave. It’s easier for the specialist and less painful for you.”

4. Don’t come straight from Spin class.

Yes, it’s a kindness to your waxer that you arrive fresh and cleansed, but it will also help your wax go more smoothly. Natural oils, sweat, or body lotions can prohibit wax from adhering as well. “Come in tidy, like brushing your teeth before a dental exam, 

5. You’ve got plenty of options.

You don’t have to go totally bare, as there are tons of bikini wax styles to chose from. You can get just the sides and the top cleaned up (a bikini wax, you can get everything but a small landing strip of hair or a triangle in front (a Brazilian wax), or you can get everything—top, sides, and back—removed (a Hollywood). If you’re not sure which you want to start with, don’t be afraid to ask your technician. It’s only awkward for them if you don’t like the end result.

6. Don’t work out after your wax either.

One of the core pillars of post wax care? Take the whole day off from the gym. “The friction in tight yoga pants can cause irritation,” Additionally, “you should avoid any physical activity 12 to 24 hours after your wax,” “The less heat you bring to the area, the better.” Steering clear of another—more private—athletic endeavour can be beneficial as well.

7. Sorry, no hookups.

This one is a pretty standard rule most waxers will warn you about, but it’s easy to forget. Any kind of action down there—sex in particular—can lead to discomfort. “It can cause excessive chafing from friction on extra-delicate skin,”. Consider turning the first two days into official cuddle time.

8. Stay out of the sun.

The first 48 hours after waxing, your already delicate skin down there is even more vulnerable. So while you may be dying to throw on your bikini the second you leave the salon, keep in mind that sensitive skin is more susceptible to UV rays. “This can lead to permanent sun damage and  hyperpigmentation,”

9. Resist the urge to do recon work after your wax job. 

“If ingrown hairs appear after you have a wax, don’t pluck them,” Let us handle it.” If you pick at your in grows with your nails, you risk scarring and infection. “We have tons of bacteria underneath our nail beds,” If you can’t make it back into your waxer’s. To safely address the issue, as can gentle exfoliation with an exfoliation body brush the area three days after your wax.

10.For a pain-free hair removal solution 

There can be several reasons for a painful waxing experience such as a therapist who has not been properly trained, using the incorrect type of wax on an area or not prepping the skin. The way the wax is applied is a key factor in how much pain a person will experience. Also it is very important to remove the wax correctly.

UNLIKE MOST BEAUTY SALONS WHICH COULD BE CONSIDERED JACKS OF ALL TRADES BUT MASTERS OF NONE, WAXING ME PRETTY CHELTENHAM WAXING THERAPISTS DEVOTE THEIR ENTIRE DAYS TO WAXING HAIR REMOVAL.

OUR SPECIALIST SKILLS MEAN THAT YOUR WAXING ME PRETTY CHELTENHAM WAX WILL BE QUICKER, CAUSE YOU LESS DISCOMFORT AND GIVE YOU BETTER RESULTS THAN WAXES FROM GENERALIST BEAUTY SALONS, WHICH DO NOT TYPICALLY EMPLOY EXPERTS.

FURTHERMORE, WE’LL MAKE SURE THAT YOU GET THE BEST RESULTS FOR WEEKS AFTER YOUR TREATMENT THANKS TO THE DETAILED AFTERCARE ADVICE YOU WILL RECEIVE FROM OUR FRIENDLY AND KNOWLEDGEABLE THERAPIST.

Choose a skilled waxer. All salons offer waxing but not all of them do it well. An intimate wax should not be intimidating or painful. Go to a therapist who has had specific training - shockingly most therapists have had no proper training in intimate waxing. 

At Waxing Me pretty Cheltenham we are professionally trained in intimate waxing to industry standards. Recognised and accredited from BABTAC as award winning waxing experts in female body waxing and intimate waxing with qualification and certificates available.

You should not have to ask for thoroughness - experts do this everyday so just leave the intimate waxing to them. 

So there you have it, If you have anything else at all that you’d like to ask us prior to your first time at Waxing Me Pretty Cheltenham, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch, contact us click here, we look forward to seeing you for your  wax very soon!