Waxing FAQ
How Can I Make My Treatment More Comfortable?
Avoid caffeine 6 - 10 hours before treatment.
Don't smoke 2-4 hours prior to treatment.
You may want to try taking your favorite OTC analgesic, such as Tylenol, Advil, or aspirin, 30 minutes before your treatment.
Practice using deep breathing and other relaxation techniques. Remember it will be over very quickly.
Consider using one of the topical anesthetics (numbing agents) we offer before you arrive for your treatment.
Try taking an antacid (Tums, Rolaids etc.) 30-45 minutes before your treatment, it helps reduce redness double quick!
Who Can’t Get Waxed?
Waxing services are not recommended and will not be performed for those clients using (or have used in the last 6 months) Acutane or Retin A products. If you have utilized these or similar products please be aware there is a very real risk of loosing skin if you wax as these products by their very nature thin the skin!
We are also unable to wax if you have tanned on the day of your waxing appointment, or if you have a visible sunburn for your own safety.
We will not wax any area that appears to be damaged, inflamed, has visible signs of infection, genital warts, herpes, or any other non-intact non-healthy skin issue for your own safety.
We are also unable to wax you if you have been drinking or using other drugs.
Please be honest about your personal use of anti-aging and anti-acne products as well as with your health history. Providing false information in order to get a service is a serious violation of trust as well as a risk to your personal health and safety. We reserve the right to discontinue a service if we have reason to believe you have been less than truthful and will require full payment for the service.
Body Waxing? Why do you hesitate to wax my face for me?
On women, the facial hair (except the eyebrows) is under hormonal control. Unlike the rest of your body hair, facial hair when waxed will come back thicker, stronger and bring friends! Obviously we are in the business of helping you eliminate your hair problem, not making it worse. Therefore we will wax on the hormonally controlled areas of the female face but you have to understand that it will increase your hair growth over time. If you’re ok with that we are ok with that. We will happily tweeze or wax your eyebrows for you and professionally sculpt them. Perhaps you'd like to consider having them permanently shaped with expert electrolysis.
Is it safe to get waxed? I heard you can catch diseases from waxing ick!?
Being highly germaphobic ourselves we really appreciate this question. In this area it is very common to see poor hygiene in waxing establishments. On a recent Department of Regulation and Licensing enforcement sweep of Wisconsin the Department reported that 50% of establishments had violations
We utilize fresh hospital grade latex-free disposable gloves for EVERY waxing service to minimize exposure. We also NEVER double dip waxing sticks as this transfers bacteria to the warm wax pot and allows it to breed there and passes it to the next client.
For hard waxing of coarse hair such as bikini line or under arm hair, we utilize fresh applicators for each application and NEVER double dip!
We clean the skin before each treatment with state approved antiseptics and utilize hospital level disinfection and sterilization on all our non-disposable implements and tools.
Waxing is very safe with proper after care by the client and proper hygiene by the technician.
If you have a doubt about your salon's waxing, see sticks sitting in their wax pot, or they don't glove, don't risk an infection just leave immediately.
Really, you wax men too? What kind of guys do that?
All sorts of men, especially one who wants to look great without any effort. Every day we work with male clients from all walks of life from farmers to construction workers to teachers and executives. Being hair free isn't just for women.
Many men are enjoying being maintenance free and riding themselves of unwanted back hair, nose hair, eyebrow hair, and other excess body hair.
Many very athletic men including bicyclists, body builders, swimmers, and runners find waxing far more esthetically pleasing and easier than shaving body hair before competing and don't miss razor rash. Unlike shaving stubble, waxed areas grow in finer and softer feeling and pass the "snuggle" test.
Is it easier to shave every day or wax once a month? How should I prepare myself before getting waxed?
The best way to prepare yourself is to first relax and know you're in good hands. Our staff is very well trained and experienced. Our goal is to make this treatment as pleasant as possible and to help you be as comfortable with the procedure as possible. Trust us, we've seen it all before! You can be confident in our hygiene practices and in our skill. We have done thousands of body waxes including thousands of extreme bikini line work for men and women.
You may want to avoid using harsh soaps or astringents for 2 hours before and after waxing. Definitely avoid any tanning or hot water (hot showers, hot soaking baths, hot tubs etc.) for 8 hours before or after treatment. A normal warm shower to clean up before waxing is appreciated. Some clients choose to take an OTC pain reliever such as Advil or Tylenol 45 minutes before their appointment. We have also found that clients that take an antacid or two 30 minutes before their appointment experience less redness post treatment. If you are taking prescription medications for acne or using Retinol type products we will be unable to provide you with waxing services due to the potential for skin damage.
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How often should I get waxed?
Your Electrologist will develop a custom treatment plan for you detailing how often you need to come in for best results. On average every 3 to 4 weeks is the recommended or when the hair reaches 1/4 inch in length. The first wax it is ideal to have hair slightly longer, about 1/3" long. We can always trim hair that is too long, but it is difficult to get smooth results if hair is not long enough! Better too long then too short!
Will the treatment hurt – I've seen waxing in movies... will I die?
It will be uncomfortable but tolerable. The first time you wax is always more uncomfortable than later waxes. After all, you have allowed those hairs to grow for years in some cases and they can be extremely coarse. If you can tweeze you can wax just fine.
As you continue with waxing the treatments will be more and more comfortable as we are dealing with new smaller hairs and you will be able to space them out a bit more. Removing hair directly from the follicle is never super comfortable, but our staff is professional, fast, and highly experienced. If you can stand to remove a band-aid really fast you can wax just fine. Really in the movies, they do just about everything wrong or shall we say on purpose for dramatic effect? Professional waxing is so fast you'll be done before you know it and really, you'll be okay the sensation stops immediately after.
What should I wear?
This of course depends on the area to be waxed and your personal comfort/modesty level. A few suggestions:
Avoid wearing clothes that will fit tightly over the area to be waxed. This can cause uncomfortable chafing or rubbing after your waxing. For the back or chest to wear a darker colored soft shirt as wax can stain lighter colored fabrics and stiff shirts or scratchy fabrics will hurt! Without hair as a buffer you will find your skin to be MUCH more sensitive. For the underarms, you may wear a tank top or remove your shirt. For most hair patterns, ladies may keep their bra on. For leg waxing you may wear looser fitting pants or skirt and for full leg waxing an old swimsuit or underwear. Avoid wearing new fleecy sweatpants you haven't washed for leg waxes as you may find when you get home you are covered in sweat pants fuzz.
We will provide disposable underwear for those females having bikini line/genital waxing done as there can be some wax residue and we'd hate to ruin your favorite pair of underwear. We also utilize the disposable underwear to assist in stretching the skin tight making waxing more comfortable for you with less risk of bruising. With the Playboy or the full Sphinx wax it is easier for us if you are comfortable without your underwear and instead use our disposable pairs but we respect your modesty. For all bikini line waxing, during the treatment if you prefer you can wear your own underwear as we can work around it. Depending on what hair you would like removed, select appropriate underwear styles (i.e. a thong if you want the derriere waxed) and not your favorite pair.
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How long will it take?
That depends on the area and how much hair you have. We never upcharge. For bikini waxing plan up to an hour, for legs and bikini up to 30-90 minutes. For a back or chest plan up to 90 minutes. For underarms or arms plan 15-30 minutes.
Generally, virgin waxing takes longer then subsequent waxes as there will only be the active growing hair present so there will be less of it. If you are a waxing only client please see our fee schedule below.
For all bikini line waxing, during the treatment you can leave your underwear on or off. Depending on what hair you would like removed, select appropriate underwear styles (i.e. a thong if you want the derriere waxed).
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What kind of wax do you use?
We use hard wax. The brand is Starpil which originated in Tarragona Spain and has become one of the most reputable wax brands in the world.
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I've heard there are different types of Bikini Waxes or patterns. What patterns will you do?
Great Question! We offer many types of Bikini Wax Treatments for men and women: Including the Regular Bikini, Brazilian Bikini, the EO, Playboy Bikini, the Boxer Brief, and the Sphinx (a.k.a. the Full Monty, the Bare All Bikini and incorrectly as a Brazilian). Presented in order from least hair removed to most:
The Regular or Standard Bikini Wax – For ladies, this wax removes all hair outside of the brief style panty line. This is a very conservative wax, perfect if you need a clean line for a swim suite or athletic brief.
The E.O. – For gentlemen, the most conservative wax would be our E.O. wax, or the Equipment Only wax. The hair is removed from the penis and scrotum only.
The Brazilian Bikini Wax – Is really a very modest wax for ladies and is all about the backside! Picture what is covered by a thong, we don't remove what would be covered everything outside the thong goes. It leaves a rectangle-like stripe or triangular shape in the vaginal area, two to three fingers in width. Hair is NOT removed from the labia (outer folds of the vulva also called the lips). Hair is removed from the derriere (buttocks) and in the cleft between them. Named for the look made famous by Brazilian women that wear tiny thong Bikinis, as you could never spot any hair when looking from behind. With the Brazilian it's not what you leave up front it's what you don't leave as viewed from behind.
The Playboy Bikini Wax – Basically we will remove all the hair from the vulva/genital region leaving a small "landing strip" in various shapes on top of the pubic mound. All hair is removed from the labia; all hair is removed from the derriere. Named after the famous Playboy Playmates featured in the magazines because that's what you'd see on the models. We commonly hear this called the Brazilian around here so that makes us giggle a little bit...
This is an excellent choice if you tend to have the dreaded "swampy" condition or suffer from yeast infections. From a hygienic perspective, this can be the best option for easy cleansing and drying of the genital area. Genital hair tends to trap moisture creating a perfect warm moist environment for a host of bacteria and fungal infections. If you happen to have psoriasis in the genital region, this is the wax we would recommend, you'd be surprised how quickly it seems to clear up once waxed.
The Sphinx or Bare All Bikini Wax - For men and women. In ladies, hair is entirely removed from the vulva area, labia, and from the derriere. Just like the name says, it's bare all. Sometimes this treatment is referred to as "The Full Monty" Bikini Wax and in these parts incorrectly as a Brazilian bikini wax. For men this would be removing all the hair that would be covered by brief style underwear. If you would like the upper thighs done, perhaps you would like the Boxer Brief pattern which removes what would have been covered by a Boxer Brief style of underwear.
I'm a normal guy worried I'll get an erection during genital waxing does that happen a lot? How much will my guy "like" waxing?
This is a very common concern among men and one of the top questions we receive from both men and women. They worry that the technician might be a female and that they will become aroused during genital waxing.
Unfortunately, some members of the public still associate genital waxing services with smut, pornography, and the sex industry. While you might feel more attractive after services and we are glad you are happy with the results, during your waxing isn't the time to focus on that. Waxing is commonly done for personal hygiene reasons, the area is simply easier to keep clean and dry which also helps to prevent issues such as jock itch.
We offer professional waxing services here and not any type of sexual services.
Most men do not find the sensation of depilatory waxing to be sexually arousing and would not report it as a pleasurable experience, tolerable is generally the term we hear. While they like the results, they tolerate the process. Typically men can control their erectile responses. It would not be a normal event to have an erection during waxing for several reasons: First and foremost we are very clinical about it. The technicians conduct themselves in a professional manner and while friendly, aren't friendly. Your personal modesty will be respected, and you will respect ours, you will be appropriately draped and positioned at all times. Because we utilize hard wax, there is no invasive rubbing of the area being waxed like there would be in strip waxing. Wax is applied with a clean single use applicator.
Having said that, if you are looking for some sort of "happy ending" you should know that we take our jobs very, very, seriously here. Understand that any illicit, sexually suggestive remarks, or advances made by you will result in the immediate termination of the treatment and you will pay the full fee for the service and may be denied future treatment.
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So um, it's due to be "that time of the month" when my bikini waxing appointment is scheduled should I cancel?
We realize that hair removal doesn't always coincide with your most convenient moments. Although you will be feeling "not so fresh" really it doesn't impact our job at all or bother us in any way. Feel free to keep your appointment as generally unless you are telling us we'd have never known. We would recommend you utilize a tampon or Instead soft cup type product, If you are a tampon user you can tuck the string up and we will be all set to wax away. We respect your comfort level and if you would rather reschedule of course we understand.
I have just tons of hair...I feel like Sasquatch... really can you help me too?
Absolutely, remember what is a lot of hair to you and what is a lot of hair to us in our professional experience, are two very different things. Trust us, you aren't alone, and every day we assist people just like you in eliminating years of embarrassing hair from virtually anywhere. No one has too much hair for us to deal with.
Can I record or take a picture of my treatment to show my friends?
As cool (and potentially innocent) as it may seem to snap a couple quick pictures or record a treatment, it also opens a Pandora's Box we strictly forbid access to. To ensure compliance with our privacy policy, we ask you to respect our privacy and that of our other clients. For this reason, cameras, cell phones that record or have cameras, and any other recording devices are not permitted to be used.
Stealth actions are not funny or a joke to us either as we take privacy seriously and we'd hate to have to involve the authorities. If you have a special need or reason, ask to speak with the boss lady and she may grant you conditional permission for recording. Without prior written approval however, no recording or pictures.
What forms of payment do you accept? Do you send a bill?
We accept cash, checks, Discover, Visa or MasterCard and American Express at the time of service. We are happy to provide a receipt.
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We offer body waxing services for instant hair removal and electrolysis (permanent hair removal) services to men, women, and young adults in a private, relaxed environment.
We are conveniently located at 1113 17th Avenue in Monroe, Wisconsin. Right off the town square going south. We have ample free parking at our door. Use our Contact Us tab to get exact directions to us from your location.
Experience the MHRC difference! Call for your complimentary consultation and waxing patch test to discuss your hair removal needs and learn about your options today!
GLB/TS/TG/SA clients welcome.
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