Waxing (Legs, Bikini, Arms, Brows, Back)

Why is waxing better than shaving?

If you have unwanted hair, adding an extra five minutes of shower time in the morning to shave can be annoying and time-consuming. I know I’d prefer that extra five minutes for sleeping in. But this isn’t the only reason waxing is the superior option, endless shaving can leave us with bumpy skin, ingrown hairs, red (or even bleeding!) spots in some areas, and worst of all – prickly stubble. Then we have to do it all over again a day or two later for the smooth, soft feeling we love.

Enter waxing, a successful method to remove hair from the root, lasting up to six weeks. It’s safe, economical and reliable. It is possible to wax at home, usually with cold wax strips, however, this can be painful to do yourself, messy, difficult to reach certain areas and you’ll inevitably end up missing bits. Visiting a beauty salon for hair removal with hot wax and cloth strips is easier and cleaner, and better for removing thick, dark hair. Your therapist will be able to see all the areas you may not, and the process will be over quickly.

What do I need to know about waxing?

We know that waxing removes hair from the root, however you may need two or three sessions to ensure your regrowth is coming back slowly. This is because all hair follicles have different stages. Most of them are in the growth phase, which is the hair you can see, but around 15% of it can be in the “resting” phase, meaning this hair hasn’t actually grown through the surface of the skin yet. Because waxing won’t be able to grab these hairs, they may still pop through a week or so later. These hairs will be new and thin at the ends, so won’t be as dark as stubble after shaving (which been cut). Because of this, you’ll need at least a few rounds of waxing to get all the hairs from the root, and really see the benefits of fuzz-free skin for a few weeks. But it’s so worth it.

When it comes to prepping for a wax, make sure you exfoliate the day or two before your appointment, rather than the day of, to avoid skin sensitivity. Don’t apply body lotion or deodorant (if you’re getting your underarms waxed) on the day of your appointment either, as the wax may not stick as well. After an appointment, it’s best to avoid a big gym workout or hot showers and baths, as this can irritate the skin, and opting for a post-waxing cream or oil can help soothe and heal the area.

Using a unique wax blend of milk proteins, vitamins and minerals provides an extremely nourishing, hydrating and gentle wax, suitable for even the most sensitive areas like underarms and bikini lines.

A smooth consistency and creamy texture makes it easy to apply. It has great flexibility and molds for hard to reach areas or natural curvatures of the body. Smells likes coconut! The lower than normal melting point means the wax is not as hot, and therefore more comfortable upon application.

Half Leg $35
Full Leg $50
Underarm from $25
Bikini from $30
Brazilian from $50
Upper Lip $18
Chin $15
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Contact Details

Hanmer Springs Village, 7334
North Canterbury, NZ

+64 27 4665510
nzbeautyworks@gmail.com