ViV Magazine Volume 4 (April - May 2014) ViV Magazine Volume 4 (April - May 2014) | Page 22

A Good Wax!
“Waxing has become a
common service offered
at most salons and spa.”s”.
In the last several years, waxing has become a common service
offered at most salons and spas. Whether it’s eyebrows, upper lips,
armpits or, well, someplace more intimate, many people choose
waxing for longer-lasting hair removal.

But to those who’ve never done it (or who’ve done it once and
had a bad experience), it can seem a bit daunting. If you’re thinking about giving waxing a try, we’ve spoken to Cecile Arty from
Temps Danse Beauté, who has over 25 years of expertise and got
the inside scoop on everything from preparation and pain to
what kind of results to expect, so you can be well prepared when
it comes time to take it all off—your hair, that is.

Preparing for a Wax

If you’re worried about or can’t tolerate pain, use a numbing cream
(apply at least an hour before waxing). Make sure skin is dry and
free of lotions and oils. Let hair grow for at least 15 days whether
you’ve shaved or used a hair removal cream. “Don’t cut the hair
either because you need a good length in order to get a good
waxing job.” she says.

How Often to Wax

The time does vary between waxes, depending on how quickly or
coarsely the hair grows back. Cecile says it’s best to wait around 3
weeks. “People should wait three to four weeks between waxing,”
she says. “But in an emergency, if they have a new boyfriend or are
about to go on vacation, they can come back in two weeks with
no problem.”

What to Expect

First your waxer will clean and disinfect the area. After that, she’ll
apply the wax and remove small areas of hair at a time. Afterwards,
she’ll remove any wax residue and apply cream or oil.

Post-Wax Treatment

Although the pain does subside as soon as the wax is over, the
area can remain sensitive, which is why it is better not