Frequently Asked Questions

Waxing removes the hair from the follicle by the root. With regular waxing, hair becomes finer, softer, and will grow back slower and more sparse. Shaving simply cuts the hair at the skin's surface never affecting the structure of the hair itself.

Hard wax was designed to be more gentle on the skin and be used in more sensitive areas. Over the years more and more hard waxes have been developed that can be effectively used in larger areas like legs, arms, backs, etc. Hard wax is applied at a lower temperature and does not have the same sticky residue as a traditional strip wax. Hard wax focuses on shrink wrapping around just the hair instead of sticking to the skin and hair. This generally results in a more comfortable experience for the guest and a better, less irritating result for the skin.

The first time you wax will always be the most uncomfortable because you have the most hair! However, everyone has a different level of pain tolerance and with consistency the discomfort improves. I do everything possible for the experience to be a s quick and painless as possible. Top quality wax and years of experience make your waxing experience at NAKED: Skin & Wax the best that it can be!

Most individuals experience at least 1-2 weeks without hair before experiencing re-growth. These results can be expected after a minimum of three consecutive (monthly) waxes. There are three different hair growth cycles and the best, longest lasting results occur after all three have been waxed.

The only change you should see is positive -finer, thinner, softer and more sparse. Waxing will not make your hair (on the face or body) grow back thicker or darker! That's a myth!!

There is space available for one person to sit while receiving facial waxing services only. No pictures, video or audio is permitted unless otherwise approved.

Please discuss the use of all topical skin care (Retin A, Renova,Differin, ProActiv, Glycolic/Salicylic/Lactic Acid, Benzoyl Peroxide) items with your waxer before your first wax. Many skin care ingredients increase the rate of cell turnover therefore creating a higher risk of lifting the skin, redness, and potential reaction. All clients must be off of Accutane for a minimum of 1 year prior to any waxing services. Make sure to discuss any oral medications you are taking as well. Antibiotics, steroids, thyroid medication, chemotherapy treatments, etc. can all affect your waxing experience.

Exfoliate the area to be waxed every other day up to 48 hours prior to the service. Keeping the skin exfoliated and moisturied improves your waxing results.

Be clean and free of heavy lotions on the day of your wax.

It is hard to say how many days is appropriate after your last shave because everyone's hair grows at different rates. Hair must be a 1/4-1/2 inch long (think grain of rice at a minimum) for the wax to grab. On average, 14 days of growth is enough, however, longer is better.

Absolutely! Please make sure to have a new/clean tampon inserted during your service. Please understand some people experience a higher level of discomfort due to hormones (especially a few days before beginning your period) during services. If you are concerned about the discomfort, please feel free to reschedule 24 hours in advance.

Absolutely! If you already wax and have recently found out you are pregnant, there is no reason to change. If you have never waxed before and are considering waxing during your pregnancy, please discus the risks with your doctor. In general, there is no contraindicatio to getting waxed while pregnant. My only recommendation is not to wait! Waiting until you are 8 months along will be uncomfortable and difficult. Start waxing now so you can enjoy all the great benefits throughout your pregnancy!