I’m going for my first Brazilian wax. What do I need to know?

Here’s what I advise my clients about their first time getting a Brazilian wax.

I want to assure you that your comfort and privacy are my top priorities. My years of experience with waxing allows me to maintain a professional and discreet approach throughout your appointment.

When to schedule your waxing appointment:

Don’t get your wax the day before you go on vacation, get married, tan, or whatever else you have planned, since it can take a few days for your skin to calm down after waxing. Schedule at least 3-4 days beforehand.

In terms of hair length, the longer, the better (shorter hair makes waxing more difficult). Your hair needs to be at least ¼ inch long and up to ½ inch long.

What to expect pain-wise:

Your first one may hurt a bit, since it’s a new sensation and if you have course hair. Generally as time goes on, and assuming you get them regularly (like every 3-5 weeks), the pain will lessen. The first time also takes the longest.

How to prepare for your first waxing:

  • Avoid tanning, shaving, or trying to trim your hairs before the service. Also, note that you don’t want to wax irritated, inflamed, cut, or sunburned skin.
  • Shower.
  • Reduce the amount of fluids you drink beforehand. However, if you need to use the bathroom during your appointment, we do have a restroom available for our customers. 

What happens during your waxing:

  • The process can takes about a half hour, with follow up waxing taking as little as 15 minutes. It just depends on how tough your hair is.
  • I’ll ask you to remove your underwear and provide you with a towel to cover your lap until I’m ready to get started.
  • Be sure to explain to me the results you’re looking for style or pattern-wise, such as “French,” “Brazilian,” “Hollywood” etc. You can do a strip, a triangle, a small triangle, leave a lot, leave a little, go all the way behind, leave the behind but all off the front, etc.
  • When I’m ready to get started, I’ll explain how you’ll need to position yourself.
  • Try to relax and remember to breath. And don’t worry, I’ll be guiding you through every step of the way.
  • Once the waxing is completed, I may need to tweeze the remaining hairs.

After your waxing is complete:

  • It’s normal for your skin to be raw, irritated, and red for a few hours after your waxing.
  • Keep your waxed area clean and avoid heat and friction during the next 24 to 48 hours.
  • Once your skin has calmed down (more than 48 hours), and to avoid ingrown hairs, gently exfoliate the area with a little facial scrub, a special loofah for the area, or exfoliating gloves.
  • Avoid the sun or tanning for 24-48 hours to protect your skin and to avoid an uneven look.

Your results will last 3-5 weeks, depending on your hair and skin type. You’ll want to wax regularly for the best results. You can return for waxing when the little hairs are at least 2 mm long.

Contact us if you have any more questions and we look forward to seeing you at your next visit.