I’ve never had waxing done before, how does waxing work?
Warm wax is applied to the hair and then a non-woven cloth strip is lightly pressed onto the wax. The strip is quickly pulled off and the hair is uprooted. Different kinds of wax and applicators will be used on different areas of the body.
Waxing is safe for ALL areas of body hair and we are one of the few places in Tampa Bay that offer Men's full Brazilian waxing, which is our most popular waxing service for men.

I’ve seen The 40-Year Old Virgin, does waxing really hurt that much?
Everybody has this on their minds, in the movie, they didn't wax according to protocol; it was waxing for the most comical effect. The first time you get waxed, it can be uncomfortable, but it gets better with each visit. Of course, it also depends on how much hair you have. While it will most likely never be a pleasurable experience for most, people that get waxed with regularity often are able to close their eyes and relax. For an additional fee, you can be treated with Lidocaine, a numbing topical solution used in Dr's offices. Some people take ibuprofen about an hour beforehand, that can help minimize some of the pain. We do not recommend this or drinking alcohol before hand as it promotes an amplified response such as bleeding.
Note: If you wait more than the 4-8 weeks recommended time between waxing, it will be like the first time being waxed, both in pain and breakout factor. Hair grows in cycles. Ideally, we want to wax all the adult hairs at different points in their growth cycle, this will cut the pain and histamine response level. It will also increase the time between waxing. This is the same reason why you have numerous treatments when laser body hair off permanently.

Should I shave my hair before waxing?
No, the hair growth needs to be about 1/4" long for body hair and about 1/8" for eyebrows and hair on the ears. The wax has to have something to hold onto in order for it to be uprooted.

When will the hair re-appear?
That depends on every individual person, but with the majority of people it will take about 6-10 weeks for all of the hair you have waxed to reappear. All of it does not grow back at the same rate. Myself I have allot of course body hair and I am satisfied if I am totally smooth between 7-10 days, people with lighter and thinner hair will experience much longer results.

Is it true that the hair will grow back thicker after waxing?
No. Actually, if you continue to wax with regularity, it will eventually slow down the hair growth and damage some of the follicles which will inhibit hair growth.

A friend said my skin will turn red after waxing. Is that true?
Yes, and sometimes there is some swelling, depending on your skin's level of sensitivity. It goes away in a few hours for most people and is normal. The payoff of having a smooth back, groomed eyebrows, etc. is worth it for most.

I sometimes get bumps after waxing. Is there anything I can do to prevent this?
Yes, using a scrub on the part of the body that is getting waxed helps immensely. Avoiding saunas, hot steamy showers and tanning for a few days afterwards helps as well. But the most important thing is to use a treatment 1-2 times a day for a week after waxing.
note: This is a natural histamine response your body produces, and some may even bruise. We always recommend to budget time between waxing and vacations, photo shoots or any other activity that requires a flawless skin appearance. I recommend benadryl and remember the more you wax the least likely you will have this problem.

Can I tan before or after waxing?
It's not a good idea for the 48 hours prior or afterwards. Why would you want to make your skin more sensitive?

Are there any medical conditions/situations when I should not get waxing services?
Everyone's level of sensitivity varies. If you think that you might be sensitive, then let us know and we can do a patch test. If you use a lot of AHAs or BHAs, or are on certain medications for acne, or use certain steroids, you might be more prone to sensitivity. It also depends on what is getting waxed. Someone who uses a topical acne prescription might not want to get their eyebrows groomed, but their back and neck could be fine. Waxing over areas where skin cancer was removed is not recommenced nor is waxing for people that are Hemophiliacs, Active Chemotherapy Patients or have a history of skin tears. Each person will fill out an intake sheet beforehand and the Therapist/Aesthetician will consult with you before starting the waxing process.

All appointments must be secured with a credit card. Proper spa etiquette requires that you provide 24 hours notice to our office if there is a need to reschedule. A fee equal to 50% of the services scheduled,  will be applied to your credit card on file or to any pre-paid package, for any missed but not cancelled appointments.