Once you get the rules of waxing hair removal down, you’re more likely to be successful with most of your services. Learn the following waxing deal-breakers and see if you can determine why your wax isn’t working as you want it to.
Amount of Wax
Pay attention to the size of the pot, the amount of wax in the pot, and the type of wax you're using. Your final wax temperature should make the wax look like molasses or thick honey.
Room and Skin Temperature
Check your room temperature and pay attention to your client; if either of them is running hot, it could affect your wax setting. Make sure to keep your wax room temperature in the low 70s.
Wax Temperature
Check the instructions on each wax you use and make sure that you’re not using a one-size-fits-all approach to its final resting temperature.
Looks Matter
How does your wax look before application? Soft wax can be a liquid for a smooth application, but hard cream wax should look like thick, yummy melted taffy, and hard gel wax should have that honey-like slow, slow drip. If your wax looks too liquidy, it’s not going to set the way you want or grasp hairs in any way that matters.
Your Spread
If your wax is spread too thick with hard wax, it takes forever to set.
Hair Length
That whole “grain of rice thing” is said so much for a reason; it’s a good measuring stick to reference when checking to see if your clients’ hair is at least ¼ inch long. You may think that your wax isn’t setting, but in truth, it just can’t get a grip onto hairs that are too short to be waxed in the first place.
Skincare Set-Up
Highlight the importance of proper skincare in between waxing visits with clients. This includes exfoliating and keeping the skin clear of dead skin cells and build-up of any kind.
Your Prep Talk
Before waxing, use Pre Depilatory Cooling Gel to ensure removing any excess oils, makeup, deodorant, sweat, lotions, or perfumes from skin. These are bad news for a solid waxing hair removal service, so be sure skin is prepped up in style.