Here are my solutions to four of the most common waxing problems that I
see students and new waxers struggling with:- Wax where you don’t want it: Accidental drips and dribbles on the body
can be banished easily with a splash of oil. Apply generously, then either
wipe with a clean paper strip or twist the hair between your fingers to
loosen the wax. Repeat until all stickiness has disappeared. - Wax left on the skin when the paper strip is removed: This usually
happens because the wax has gone cold – either the client’s skin is too
cool or the wax has been applied too thickly. To solve the problem, apply
strip wax in thin, single layers to avoid build-up and work in smaller sections
if this keeps happening. If the problem is due to dry skin, massage a few
drops of oil into the area before applying your wax to act as a lipid barrier.
Always ensure the skin is held taut during application and removal,
especially on areas with folds such as the upper thighs, bikini line and
underarms. Don’t be afraid to ask your client to help with stretching where
necessary. Don’t “dab” to remove waxy residue as this is uncomfortable
for clients. Lay a fresh paper strip over the top at a slightly different angle,
rub briskly and remove in a single swift motion.
As a last resort, use oil to dissolve any sticky bits, re-cleanse and start again. - Peelable wax won’t set: If your hot wax is taking too long to set on
warmer parts of the body or in humid weather, simply dampen a cotton
pad with cold water and wipe over any gummy patches to cool and
harden it instantly.
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- Short, stubborn hairs:
Clients should wait at least
three weeks after shaving or
using hair removal creams, and
four weeks after their last wax,
to get best results.
To remove multiple stubborn
hairs, use firm pressure, apply a
layer of peelable wax against
the direction of hair growth and
allow to dry. Stretching the skin
taut, lift and remove wax with the
direction of growth in several
slow, tiny wiggles, re-bracing the
skin at every step of the way to
stop shorter hairs popping out
of the wax.
“Wax Daddy” Andy
Rouillard is owner of
Axiom Bodyworks men’s
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