LICENSED ESTHETICIAN @ KAIZEN SALON

Please be sure to complete and sign the consent form, prior to your appointment (sent in your confirmation email or button below). For the best results, drink plenty of water the week of your appointment and moisturize. A hydrated hair follicle comes out so much easier than a dry/dehydrated one. Make sure to exfoliate 3-4 times a week and 24 hours prior to your appointment.  

  This is a tricky question because everyone's hair growth is different. After your first appointment, there can be some strays left behind. Hair grows in 3 different hair cycles that are each approx. 10 days long. When you shave, you cut the hair off at different lengths or stages. Let's just on average, about 4 weeks for most of the body and 2-4 weeks for underarms and facial hair. Also keep in mind that it takes an average of 3 consistent wax appointments, every 4 weeks with no shaving to see maximum results. 

Everyone’s pain tolerance is different so there’s no solid way to rate the level of pain. More than likely, yes, your first-time wax will hurt and it will also take the longest time to complete. 

Still worried about the pain? 30 minutes prior to your appointment, take an ibuprofen or invest in a topical numbing cream to help ease the pain. But honestly, just breathe. YOU TOTALLY GOT THIS!  

Your skin can be sensitive after waxing so you don’t want to wear anything that will rub and cause discomfort. Leave the pretty lacey panties and stretchy pants at home. Wear something loose-fitting and soft. 

 For the best results, a half-inch long is recommended (about the length of a grain of rice). That means no waxing, tweezing, trimming, or shaving for about 3-4 weeks.  

 Brazilian includes your pubic hair from the front, along your bikini line, and down your bum crack. If you’d like to leave a strip in front or don't want “the back” that's fine too! Whatever hair you do or don’t want is up to you.  

The best way to treat ingrown hair is to stick to the provided aftercare routine and spot treat with ingrown serum as needed. If you are highly prone to ingrowns, even after following proper home care instructions, waxing may not be for you.

Possibly. Histamine or allergic reactions cannot always be prevented or predicted though they are usually treatable. The upper lip, back, and chest are areas prone to breakouts. If you have a tendency towards ingrown hairs and irritation from shaving, you'll most likely have the same reactions with waxing, although dramatically decreased. But if you come in regularly (every 4 weeks), exfoliate, and moisturize, it will help set you up for waxing success!

Yes, you can wax on your period or pregnant. Providing proper hygiene has been exercised and a tampon or menstrual cup is worn for sanitary purposes. Be prepared that waxing can be more painful due to increased blood flow and hormones that can thicken the hair or increase sensitivity.