Using hot wax for hair removal on a male body requires careful preparation and technique to ensure effective results while minimizing pain and skin irritation. Here’s what you can expect during your appointment with me:
1. Preparation
- Choosing the Right Wax: I use hard wax for sensitive areas (chest, back, underarms, groin) and soft wax with strips for larger areas (legs, arms).
- Trim the Hair: Ill then ensure the hair is around ¼ to ½ inch (6-12mm) for optimal removal, trimming the hair if it’s too long.
- Cleanse the Skin: I will then wash and dry the area to remove oils.
- Apply Pre-Wax Oil: This will be to help protect the skin, especially when using hard wax.
2. Heating the Wax
- Test the Temperature: I’ll then apply a small amount on my wrist first to test the temperature and then proceed onto your wrist to ensure you’re comfortable.
3. Application
- Apply the Wax in the Direction of Hair Growth: I’ll then use a spatula or applicator stick to spread a thin, even layer.
- (For Hard Wax): I’ll work applying on the body with numerous strips to allow to harden and then remove by holding the skin taut to reduce pain and discomfort.
- (For Soft Wax): I’ll cover the area completely and then use strips to remove whilst also holding the skin taut to reduce pain and discomfort.
4. Post-Wax Care
- Remove Residue: Ill then use a post-wax oil to remove leftover wax.
- Soothe the Skin: I’ll then apply a post-wax lotion to calm irritation.
Prerequisites to note before booking:-
- Avoid Sweat & Friction: Stay away from hot showers, workouts, and tight clothing for 24 hours after having a wax
- Exfoliate After 48 Hours: Prevents ingrown hairs by gently scrubbing the skin.
- Surgery: If you’ve had any recent surgeries the service won’t be able to go ahead
- Laser: If you get laser treatment, it’s highly recommended to not wax in between appointments
- Open Cuts / lesions: If you have an open cut or lesion it may be possible to amend the service but I definitely would not be able to wax over it. If uncertain, please contact me to enquire further.
