Hygiene Waxing Procedure at Max
Waxing is an effective, eco friendly temporary method of removing unwanted hair in large and small areas. we are using the cream wax.
- Disposable wax cartridges ( Client can take with them the rest) (made in Italy)
- Clean sterile towel
- Examination paper to eliminate cross contamination
- Touch-free purell hand sanitizers for clients and waxologists to use before and after treatment
- We use disposable sticks for any waxing in the bikini, underarm and facial area “No double dipping”
Prices
- Full Leg: $30
- Half Leg: $20
- Full Arms: $20
- Half Arms: $18
- UnderArms: $11
- Bikini Line: $15 & up
- Full Brazilian: $40
- Full Body with Brazilian: $120
- Full Body: $100
- Stomach:$20
- Chest:$20
- Half Back: $20
- Full Back: $25
Waxing Pre Home Care instructions
- Exfoliate skin 24-48 hours before your appointment to ensure all dead skin is removed
- Make sure hair is 1/4-1/2” long (at least the length of a grain of rice) to ensure a successful wax appointment
- On the day of your appointment, wear comfortable clothing to ensure less irritation as tight clothing can rub against your skin
- Do not apply lotions on your skin before your appointment as skin needs to be rid of oils for the wax to stick properly
- No deodorant on the underarms
- Please keep personal hygiene clean before any service!
- Avoid heat such as hot tubs, saunas or tanning beds as this will irritate skin during waxing procedure
- No waxing treatments with infections such as Bacterial, Fungal, and Viral (if you have herpes simplex virus, service can be done 48 hours after taking antiviral medication such as Vultrex)
- Waxing procedures cannot be done if you are on Accutane(must be off 1 year), Retin-A, Renova, Blood thinners, Antidepressants, Cortisone, Hormonal medications
- 7-day post microdermabrasion or chemical peels
- 6 months post laser, IPL, and surgical treatments
- Be aware that 1 week before your period, the skin cells are inflamed which leads to sensitivity causing discomfort during waxing
Waxing Pre Home Care instructions
- Apply a cold compress or Aloe Vera gel on areas that were waxed if are is sore
- Avoid going into hot tubs, saunas, hot showers and tanning beds for at least 24-48 hours(try using luke-warm or room temperature)
- Do not exfoliate area for 24-48 hours as the skin is sensitive and can cause further irritation. Afterwards, you can exfoliate and this will help prevent ingrown hairs
- Do not apply scented products such as lotions or perfumes as the chemicals in the products can irritate the skin
- Do not workout or do any strenuous activities that will cause excessive sweating for at least 24-48 hours
- Do not go into the sun for at least 24-48 hours. If so, apply sunscreen of at least SPF of 30
- No intercourse for 24-48 hours as pores are open and can allow bacteria to enter the body causing infections
- If you received a Brazilian or bikini wax, try wearing cotton underwear as its less irritating and allows your skin to breathe
- Do not go into chlorinated pools 24-48 hours
- Use PFB 3-10 days after waxing service after showing. This product contains lactic acid that gets rid of dead keratinized cell allowing the hair to grow out of the skin(prevents ingrown hair)
*If you fail to follow these pre and post instructions, you are risking yourself to irritations and infections as well as your overall health. Please take care of the precautions!
-Vimi Laser & Skincare Clinic
