Brazilian Waxing Tips and Testimonials

A lot of women opt for a Brazilian waxing because they like the feeling of the entire bikini area being totally, or almost hair-free. Because of the specialty nature of this service, it requires extra care. Take note of these Brazilian waxing tips, so you can get and keep great results.

Pre-Brazilian Waxing Prep:

  • Particularly for women. Your skin is often more sensitive the time near your your period, and waxing can be more painful than normal. So your appointment shouldn't be any closer than a couple of days before or after your period. We kindly ask that you do not book a Brazilian while you’re on your period.

  • Cleanliness. Shower and lightly exfoliate your entire bikini area right before your appointment using warm, not hot water. Make sure you’re extra clean.

  • Skip the skin creams. Don’t use any lotions or oils in bikini area prior to waxing. It will interfere with the effectiveness of the waxing service.

  • Hair for now. You need some hair growth for the wax to hold onto, but not too long which can make the waxing hurt more than it needs to. Let the technician trim hair down to just the right length at your appointment, or follow the general rule of "as long as a grain of rice" or 1/4 inch of growth.

  • Pain prevention. Take an aspirin or Tylenol 30- 45 minutes before your appointment if you’re worried about pain.

Post Brazilian Waxing Care:

  • Watch your fashion choices. Don’t wear tight panties for the next few days.

  • Hands off. Keep hands away from touching freshly waxed skin, as this can encourage irritation or small pimples.

  • Opt for a shower. Don’t take a hot bath for the rest of the day.

  • Too hot. No tanning beds, saunas or steam rooms for the next two days.

  • Short-term abstinence. Sexual activity should be avoided for at least 24 - 48 hours.

  • Exfoliate. Two full days later use a mild exfoliating cloth. Our pick, our AVEDA 100% cotton washcloth which gently exfoliates skin alone wet, or can be used with AVEDA's Calming body wash (with Bulgarian lavender to soothe the skin).   AVEDA's Outer Peace Acne Relief Pads and Cooling Masque help prevent ingrown hairs and calm redness and bumps.  
  • Fight the bumps. If you get any ingrown hairs try AVEDA Smoothing Body Polish or Caribbean Therapy Body Scrub.     

Testimonials:

"Lindsay was very fast and professional. I was really nervous since it was my first time and she put me 100% at ease. She was also very gentle and calm... the pain wasn't too bad thanks to her expertise!"  - Amanda

" Lindsay made me feel comfortable during my Brazilian wax.  With it being my first wax I was nervous but it went by very quickly. The results lasted weeks! I will definitely continue to see Lindsay!"  - Christine P.