Tips for Making Brazilian Wax Less Painful

If only a Brazilian wax came to be painless I’m pretty sure there’d be more ladies waiting in line to get one. 

Unfortunately, pain is a major factor which pushes many to opt out of it instead. But if you want to try it out or maintain your hairless beauty down there, here are some tips to make it less painful

Wax after your period.

It is best to get waxed after your period because your pain threshold is better than if you have it done beforehand. Your pubic region can become extra sensitive when your period is about to start which is why you need to take few days off to let the pain become bearable.

Steer clear from caffeine and alcohol.

If you know that you have a treatment scheduled, it would be wise to avoid caffeinated and alcoholic drinks before. They can make the skin more sensitive to waxing. So if you really need to have that piping cup of coffee  or maybe have a glass of wine with your meal, take a couple hours off before getting waxed. Since these drinks tend to sap out the skin’s moisture and also makes the body more acidic (hence more sensitive), it would also be good to rehydrate adequately by drinking water.

Trim

The hair removal process can be made less painful if you trim your hair up to quarter of an inch. Hairs that are longer can result in excessive pulling which could probably lead you cursing once the first patch is removed. So trim before you go to the salon.

Regular exfoliation

Exfoliation should not only be limited to those areas that can be seen. For waxing that can be less painful you can definitely benefit from a scrub. Regular exfoliation removes dead skin cells on the surface area which makes hair removal easier.

Don’t ice it!

If you think that the numbing action of ice can do the trick, you’re bound to get a very painful surprise. Applying ice over the area may numb the skin but it will also cause the follicles to constrict. This makes it difficult for the hair to hold on more tightly. Take a warm washcloth instead and put it over the area or go for a warm bath for a less painful hair removal.

Anesthetize

This may not be any type of operation but you can really swear on a topical anesthesia to take the edge off.  You can ask your doctor for a 4/5 lidocaine cream which you can apply at least 45 minutes before your Brazilian wax treatment.

Take pain relievers

To blunt the pain during your Brazilian wax treatment you can take an analgesic beforehand. It is often suggested that acetaminophen or Tylenol is better compared to ibuprofen (Advil) because the latter can prolong bleeding. Although waxing wouldn't really be that bloody, but it would be better to be on the safe side and steer clear from anything that could lead to complications.

Get professional treatment.

It pays to have your Brazilian wax done by a professional, especially if this is your first time. Remember, these are sensitive areas you will be dealing with, and any wrong move could send you writhing in pain to the ER. So, be sure you go to a good salon with a well-trained and experienced aesthetician.

If you’d like more information about Brazilian waxing in Manila, or to find out more about what can be done to your unsightly body hair, contact Pink Parlour Manila on +632 709-7093 or advanced booking today. 

Is There a Specific Age to Have a Brazilian Wax?

When you turn on the television today, you can see these small kids parading like adults in beauty contests. It may be entertaining to see these adorable young children strutting their stuff, but what goes behind the curtains can be quite shocking.

Source: The Parenting Files

Kids as young as 4 years old are not only getting loads of makeup on, or being asked to wear skimpy suites, but they also get regular salon services. To look every bit of perfection to be the dolls that they are, these toddlers also get manicures, pedicures, eyebrow trimming and spray tans. That is why some are beginning to ask if these young children were able to go further with waxing?

How young is too young then for a Brazilian wax?

Although young toddlers still don’t have the problem of unruly pubertal hairs, there are older children who tend to be very particular with their skin. And salons even admit that there are young girls who come to them for waxing. These are either leg waxing or a bikini wax, in preparation for summer camp or school dances.  They say that they have not gone to extremes such as a Brazilian wax, but just minor hair removal to make sure that no hairs are poking out. 

Source: carolinegardner.com

However, most salons today have their age policies when it comes to rather painful and delicate services, such as waxing. They require these young ladies to be at least 18 years old or have a parental approval al/signature to be a client. 

There are also some salons who would do a Brazilian wax on someone as young as 11. Other areas that are often requested by these young girls include the underarm, brow, and the lip. 

Salon directors also say that they are extremely careful when it comes to these younger clientele. It is important that they talk this out thoroughly with the parent. They either communicate over the phone or via email to know exactly what they want done. 

It’s good if these kids have parental supervision. Salons, also have to deal with those who lie about their age, or use an older siblings name to get a Brazilian wax. That is why they see to it that they thoroughly orient these kids on the pain that they are to encounter. 

There are no official state or city regulations on waxing or any salon treatment for minors. But every salon have their own standards. Some are not so lenient that they never perform a Bikini wax on anyone under the age of 18 even if there is parental consent. But it is also true that anything can be possible if an establishment honors parental consent. 

This now leads to one question, does Brazilian waxing or any of these procedures really what these young children want or is it their parent’s choice? According to a mother who was interviewed by Good Morning America once, she thinks that it is part of hygiene and it is good to start young. 

But I say, it is largely more important that you go to a good aesthetician who is well trained to ensure the safety of the results these young children will have. 

If you’d like more information about Brazilian waxing in Manila, or to find out more about what can be done to your unsightly body hair, contact Pink Parlour Manila on +632 709-7093 or advanced booking today.