Hair Removal - Waxing
What is Waxing?
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Waxing is a hair removal method that pulls hair out from the root using warm or hot wax. It’s a longer-lasting alternative to shaving, keeping your skin smooth for 3-6 weeks.
At Brampton Beauty Retreat, we offer most waxing treatments to anyone over the age of 16. Those 16-18 years old will need consent from a parent or guardian.
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How Does Waxing Feel?
You will find your first wax to be the most sensitive, but each wax gets easier if you are waxing regularly. You will feel a quick sting, then gone. The sensation only lasts for a split second for each strip and it is much less painful than plucking since the hair is removed in one go.
The result
Skin feels super smooth and the results can last between 3-6 weeks. Hairs will grow back softer. You may find you don't feel completely smooth after you first wax, especially if you usually shave - this is normal. After your second wax (as long as you don't shave in between), the results will be much smoother and longer lasting.
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Hot Wax vs. Warm/Strip Wax
Warm/Strip wax is removed with strips and is much quicker than hot wax. It is more suitable for softer hairs like legs/backs and facial hair as it grips even the finest hairs for a cleaner finish. This is used as standard in the salon, you can upgrade to Hot Wax for an additional £2 per area.
Hot wax (used for small areas like bikini & underarms) can feel less painful as it only grips hair, not the skin. It also grips thicker hair more efficiently but isn't really suitable for fine/downy hair
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How to prepare for waxing
Let Your Hair Grow (but not too long)
Hair should be ¼ inch long (about the length of a grain of rice) or at least 3 weeks growth from shaving or 4 weeks from waxing. If it's too short, the wax won't grip properly affecting the result of the wax and you will still be charged for the full treatment. If it's too long, it may be more painful as the wax will tug at the hair before it pulls out of the follicles.
Exfoliate the Area (24 Hours Before)
Gently exfoliate regularly with a loofah, scrub, or exfoliating mitt to remove dead skin. This helps prevent ingrown hairs and makes waxing easier.
Stay Hydrated & Moisturised
Drink lots of water to keep your skin soft (less pain!).
Moisturise daily leading up to your wax, but skip lotion on the day of the appointment as it can prevent the wax from gripping.
Wear Loose, Comfy Clothes
Opt for cotton underwear and loose trousers/dresses to avoid irritation afterward.
Breathe & Relax
The first wax is always the most sensitive, but it gets easier with time!
Your therapist is a pro—no need to feel shy. They’ve seen it all!
Take deep breaths to help with any discomfort.
A Hollywood wax is a type of bikini waxing that removes all pubic hair from the whole intimate area, including the labia, perineum and anus (including the buttocks), as well as from the mons pubis. It leaves the entire area completely smooth and hair-free. This is different from a Brazilian wax, which typically leaves a small strip or triangle of hair at the front. Choosing between a Hollywood wax and a Brazilian wax depends on your personal preference, comfort level, and lifestyle. Here’s a breakdown to help you decide:
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Hollywood
We recommend a hollywood wax for those who:
- want a completely smooth, hair-free look.
- prefer zero maintenance in the pubic area.
- wear thongs, swimsuits, or lingerie often.
- like the clean feeling of no hair at all.
Brazilian
- want some hair left (like a small strip).
- still want a groomed and tidy look, not fully bare.
- are trying waxing for the first time.
- like having a little personal style in your grooming.
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Leg waxing can be performed as a half leg wax, which is from the knee down to the ankle or from the knee up to the top of the thigh.
It can also be a full leg wax, which is from the ankle to the top of the thigh. Both treatments include the fronts and backs of the legs and the toes and the tops of the feet if required.
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You can also book leg waxing as a package with other areas at a reduced price, such as underarms or bikini line.
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A popular treatment, facial waxing can include eyebrow shaping, upper lip waxing, chin/neck waxing or a combination of them all. A full face wax can include the cheeks, sideburns and forehead too.
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You can book areas individually, or book them as a package at a reduced price.
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We also offer waxing for all other areas including arms, backs, chests, standard or thong bikini waxing and underarms.​
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These can also be booked individually or as a package at a reduced price. We can also provide full body waxing, which will need to be booked by speaking to a therapist directly who can quote you a price for multiple areas.
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