Video:What Happens During a Bikini Wax
with Jenn PesceA bikini wax can be a daunting procedure if you've never gotten one before, but it's pretty easy to get through if you know what to expect. Here's a guide to what happens during a bikini wax.See Transcript
Transcript:What Happens During a Bikini Wax
Hi, I'm Jenn Pesce for About.com, and today, I'm going to show you what happens during a bikini wax.Arriving for Your Bikini Wax
Upon arrival, if you have never visited the salon or spa for any type of waxing, you might be asked to fill out a questionnaire. This will make sure the staff is aware of any personal conditions or allergies you might have. Get ready, you will be lead to a private treatment room by your specialist and then she will ask you to remove your pants and possibly your underwear. Then, she'll ask you to recline on a treatment bed.The Consult and the Bikini Wax
Now for the consult: your specialist will ask you how much hair you want removed and what shape you prefer. The prep: your specialist will cleanse the area to be waxed. If hard wax is used, oil will be applied, or if strip wax is used, powder will coat the skin to protect it before applying wax. The process: wearing gloves, your specialist will apply warm wax on the hair with an applicator. Hard wax doesn't require a strip, so it will dry a bit before it's removed. With liquid wax, a strip of cloth or muslin will be put over the wax. The technician will hold your skin taut before removing the wax in a quick pull to effectively remove the hair and reduce the pain factor. Then she will work in sections until all of the desired hair is removed.Cleaning Up After a Bikini Wax
The clean up: because wax shouldn't be applied over skin more than once, any stray hairs missed by the wax will be cleaned up with tweezers or by threading. A lotion, oil or gel may be applied to remove any wax residue and to help calm the skin. Then, your treatment is finished and all you'll need to do is get dressed! Maintain your aftercare at-home: waxing, like any type of hair removal, may cause redness, irritation and possibly bumps and ingrown hairs, so it is important for self-care after treatments. 48 hours of rest is best! This time period is when your skin is most sensitive and susceptible to outside germs.Thanks for watching. To learn more about what happens during a bikini wax, visit About.com.
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