Beware of medications

Some medications can make the skin extremely sensitive to waxing/sugaring. Retin-A, acne drugs and acid peels should stop medication 10 days prior to appointment ( It applies to OTC medications as well ). Accutane, antibiotic and steroid users should stop the medication a month before waxing/sugaring treatments. If you have diabetes please talk to your physician, the skin is slow to heal and more prone to side effects. Before making any changes to your medication please ask your doctor.

WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SUGARING AND WAX?

Wax is made of beeswax and it pulls the hair against the hair growth. Sugar is made of sugar, water and lime, it removes the hair in the same direction it grows. Wax also tends to be hotter than sugaring, which is normally room temperature and continue to warm up as made contact with the skin. They are both amazing techniques of hair removal and different people adapt different to each technique. Depending on how much hair or thickness of the hair you may have to start with hard wax to get to sugar. Book an appointment and talk to your esthetician to find out what will be a better fit for you.

HOW LONG DOES MY HAIR NEED TO BE FOR MY FIRST WAX?

It's recommended to stop shaving, nair or trim two weeks prior to your appointment. Hair needs to be a quarter of an inch long ( same length as a grain of rice ). This rule applies even if your hair grow fast.

Does it hurt?

There will be some discomfort related to any hair removal that pulls the hair out of its follicles. Even though is not necessary, if concerned a painkiller 45 minutes prior your appointment should help minimize pain and reduce mild swelling. Avoid alcohol and caffeine before your treatment and plan accordingly, the skin stays red and sensitive for 24 hours.

How long does it last?

Everybody hair grow different. Most clients who get waxes come every four weeks. The more you do it the slower and thinner it will grow. The trick is: don't shave in between appointments, exfoliate the skin every three days and let your hair grow.

WHAT’S THE AFTERCARE POST WAX AND SUGARING?

24 - 48 hours the following:

• No hot baths, hot showers or sauna. (Cool to lukewarm water only).

• No tanning of any form.

• No sports or gym workout.

• Wear clean, loose fitting clothes.

• Do not apply deodorants, body sprays, lotions or oils to the waxed areas.