How to Wax a Client During a Facial

Using hot wax is a popular way to remove facial hair. The supplies are inexpensive and the process is easy. Clients willingly put up with a little discomfort because the results last 2 to 6 weeks and the hairs grow back finer. Adding waxing service to your facial options increases your net profit.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Heat the wax following the manufacturer's guidelines. If you wax the majority of your clients, you should consider a crock-pot that maintains the appropriate temperature of the wax the entire day. Beeswax hydrates the skin and works well at mild temperatures.

2. Apply talc to the area and find out which way the hair grows. You may want to gently clean the area with witch hazel prior to applying the talc.

3. Test the wax on the back of your hand to prevent burning your client's face. Spread a thin layer of wax in the direction of growth to the area. Use a disposable spatula for each application so you don't contaminate the wax by double dipping.

4. Use a strip of cotton or muslin to cover the wax. Apply pressure to the strip in the direction of growth to create a bond between the hair, the wax and the strip.

5. Pull the skin tight and pull the strip off in the opposite direction of hair growth. This should normally be a left or right motion, not upward. Pulling the strip upward tends to break hair and create stubble.

6. Put pressure on the area immediately after waxing to help soothe skin. You may want to use witch hazel or talc to clean excess wax and help with skin irritation.

7. Pluck any hairs left in the waxed area. Only wax each area once per session to avoid damaging skin.

Tips & Warnings

• Have clients pull their top lip in over their upper teeth to pull the area tight.
• Some salons and spas apply foundation after waxing to cover red bumps or skin irritation.
• Have clients sign a waiver releasing you from liability in the event of a skin reaction caused by waxing.

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on 7/22/2008 where would i find a waiver form?