Waxing for Everyone.
Strip Waxing
Strip waxing uses the stickiness of the wax to grab hairs, and is removed with a strip.
This is ideal for larger body areas such as back, chest, stomach, arms and legs.
This is quick and comfortable.
Hot Waxing (Non-Strip Wax).
Hot waxing is the only option for a great intimate wax.
Hot (non-strip) waxing involves applying the wax over an oil and removing it without the need for a strip.
The wax shrink wraps the hair but without pulling the skin. Any pain is hugely REDUCED and the treatment is really quite comfortable to receive.
We use hot waxing on all sensitive areas including lip, chin and face, underarm and intimate areas (groin / bikini).
Intimate Waxing.
Sam has been offering intimate waxing since 1999 where she learnt the treatment in Sydney using the hot waxing technique. Back then it was quite a niche service in the UK and frequently had clients travelling from as far a Bristol for the service. Nowadays the removal of most of our pubic hair is certainly the “norm” and generally starts in late teens.
Sam writes the UK standards for waxing for Habia, where she is also a brand ambassador.
Sam is also a waxing educator for her own training brand, “The Wax Guru” and “Axiom Wax Academy” - the leading Male Intimate Waxing Training provider in the UK.
Trained by Sam, all her team are all intimate waxing experts also and offer this treatment at The Beauty Guru
We are all super quick and we always welcome our clients going to any therapist.
Sam now teaches this technique nationally and holds seminars at Trade Shows with live demonstrations. Sam also comments in press articles and is a recognised voice in the waxing industry.
Why Wax? And Why You Shouldn't Shave.
This is a no-brainer for us.
Waxing removes hair by the root, resulting in monthly visits for upkeep and no need to shave daily. Skin is softer and although ingrown hairs can still happen they are greatly reduced v. shaving. The treatment takes us on average 10-20 minutes (Sam’s record is 9mins!) and we have never had a client say it was worse than they imagined.
99% of clients leave saying “It wasn’t as a bad as I imagined”.
Shaving cause micro tears in the skin, razor bumps, rashes, sores and worse ingrown hairs. Ditch that razor!
The Positions.
You will start with your feet together and knees out - like a frog, sometimes we get you to hold your knees to your chest and lastly you lay on your side in the foetal position. (We like to use the same position a doctor does to examine that area).
Lastly, we don’t start with your bum. You also don’t have to go on your knees and elbows, however some clients prefer it and you are welcome to adopt whichever position is easiest for you.
The Products and Wax.
We use top wax and products. The products are vegan, SLS free, mineral oil free and paraben free. We don’t use talc. Ever.
Hygiene.
We always wear gloves and never double dip the spatula during waxing.
We use wipeable couch covers and clean couch roll. You will also have an individually wrapped intimate wipe ready to freshen up before groin or intimate waxing treatments.
Tools are correctly sanitised and sterilised and we follow the highest standards of hygiene.
FAQs
Q. Can I get waxed on my period?
A. Of course you can! Just wear a clean tampon and tuck the string up inside you out of the way. Alternatively Mooncups are awesome for waxing (and great for the environment!).
Q. Can I get waxed when pregnant?
A. Yes of course you can! Some people prefer to avoid the first trimester (we would always avoid if you have had any previous complications).
You may feel a little more sensitive and we will position you differently as you get bigger.
Q. How long does the hair need to be?
A. About a cm+ but from shaving allow 2-3 weeks for a decent growth.
Q. Will there be any stubble in-between?
A. If you are new to waxing yes. This is unavoidable as although we can get all the surface hairs (minus ingrown and ones 1mm long!). We cannot control the hairs that are growing under the skin (new growth) . However after a couple of months all the follicles will have their growth cycle reset and there shouldn’t be much at all.
Q. I’m Non-Binary. Which intimate wax shall I book for?
Just book for whichever treatment best describes you. For AFAB book Brazilian/Hollywood and for AMAB book Intimate Waxing 45mins. If you aren’t sure just book for any and pop some notes on to let us know the anatomy we will work on. This is so we have enough time, and also only Sam and Lesley are trained to wax scrotums.
Q. Will it hurt?
A. This depends on how you are feeling and your pain threshold. In 21 years we have had to stop on 1 client. Pre-menstrual, hungover and stressed states can affect sensitivity. If you find areas painful there are some breathing techniques we can do to help. Most people don’t even flinch, especially with hot waxing.
Q. What should I avoid before coming?
A. Sunbeds aren’t a good idea 48hrs before. Also please don’t trim – we do that for you on the day. A great tip though is to exfoliate the front (Pubic Mound) a couple of days before to help release any short or ingrown hairs. Applying layer of an ingrown serum daily will also help prevent them.
Q. What about after? Can I go to the gym?
A. We are afraid not for 24-48 hrs depending on your skin sensitivity. Also any heat treatments, swimming, self tan, and friction are to be avoided. Apply Ingrown Serum after 48 hrs daily and also apply Comfort Balm – a post wax soothing cream and ingrown prevention.
The best post wax advice is to keep the skin "Cool, Calm and Clean"
Q. I’m pre-op Trans - what intimate wax shall I book for?
A. If you are M2F without Gender Affirming Lower Surgery please book for Intimate Wax, if you are F2M without lower surgery, then just book Brazilian/Hollywood.