Jax Wax Australia national training manager Michele Hetherington reveals (almost) everything you need to know to perform the perfect Brazilian wax.
Brazilian waxing is not always easy and even the most qualified therapists have experienced a difficult or challenging Brazilian wax, and I’m no exception. At Jax Wax Australia we focus on the 4P’s for a perfect Brazilian ‒ Products, Preparation, Personal hygiene and Post-care
PRODUCTS
Jax Wax Australia recommends using hot/hard waxes for Brazilians as the wax encases the entire hair shaft as opposed to strip waxes that bond more to the surface of the skin. The removal of the hair using hot wax is less painful and reduces trauma to the skin surface ensuring the treatment is more comfortable for your client.
However, we understand that some therapists and salons prefer to work with strip/soft wax when performing Brazilian waxes, so we have developed formulas that are suited to intimate areas.
Jax Wax Australia Victorian Heath hot/hard wax beads (Previously Adam & Eve Lust)
This wax has been formulated with titanium dioxide for soft application and reduced skin sensitivity and redness. Designed to be used at a lower working temperature this wax, with a delicate Frankincense fragrance, is highly flexible.
Jax Wax Australia Victorian Heath strip/soft wax (Previously Adam & Eve Desire)
This wax is a creamy formulation hat is easy to apply and gentle to remove and doesn’t leave any sticky residue. Containing titanium dioxide, it is the perfect strip wax for delicate areas such as Brazilians. Your clients will love the subtle sweet strawberry scent.
Jax Wax Australia Alpine Bluebell Skin Cleanser (Previously Adam & Eve Lavender Blue Skin Cleanser)
Enriched with pure Lavender and Bergamot essential oils, this cleanser is used to prepare the skin and remove surface bacteria prior to waxing . It can be sprayed directly onto the skin or applied with a cotton round.
Jax Wax Australia Sweet Orange Pre and Post Wax Oil
This oil has been enriched with essential oils to soften the skin prior to waxing whilst also providing a protective barrier.
Jax Wax Australia Cooktown Orchid After Wax Body Lotion
Made with organic Jojoba oil, pure cocoa butter and almond oil, this lotion is applied to the skin after a hot or strip wax treatment to visibly reduce redness and leave the skin soft and protected.
Jax Wax Australia Cocoa Butter & Vanilla After Wax Body Lotion
Made with real cocoa butter, this light lotion with a delicate vanilla fragrance is applied to the skin after a hot or strip wax treatment to provide an immediate cooling effect as well as visibly reduce redness and leave the skin soft and protected.
Jax Wax Australia Alpine Bluebell After Wax Body Lotion
The healing benefits of Lavender essential oil enhance the antibacterial properties of Australian grown Tea Tree oil in this ultra-light after wax lotion which instantly reduces redness and inflammation, protects against bacteria and is the perfect choice for skin prone to folliculitis.
PREPARATION
Preparation for the perfect Brazilian wax needs to be done at two stages of the treatment process. Firstly, when the appointment is made and secondly prior to the commencement of the treatment.
Appointment
You need to provide the client with some guidelines about preparing themselves before they arrive for the treatment. When the booking is made, ask the client:
- To arrive freshly showered at their appointment.
- Not to apply lotion to the area before the treatment.
- To make sure that the hair that needs to be waxed is at least ½ centimetre long.
- To wear loose clothing as tight clothing will rub against the waxed area and aggravate tender skin
Treatment
The treatment room should be set up to provide customer comfort and comply with Australian State and Territory health regulations and skin penetration guidelines. Ensure the client is given clear instructions about the treatment procedure. Client consultation is very important, as medications, medical conditions, skin disorders, allergies and hormonal issues may contra-indicate the Brazilian waxing treatment. Jax Wax provides a comprehensive client consultation form which should be filled out prior to a initial waxing treatment. Subsequent appointments need only verbal confirmation of any changes since initial consult. Prior to commencing the treatment discuss any contra-indications and confirm areas to be waxed with your client. Always remember that client positioning should respect modesty and client comfort.
PERSONAL HYGIENE
Particular attention must be paid to the handling and disposal of contaminated waste. Waste material following intimate waxing is considered contaminated waste as it may contain blood and tissue fluid. Viruses and bacteria such as Hepatitis B and C and HIV can also be carried in such waste.
Salons need to advise their clients of their responsibility to ensure personal hygiene prior to their appointment and that poor personal hygiene is considered a contra-indication to Brazilian waxing which will result in the treatment having to be re-booked.
POST-CARE
The removal of pubic hair naturally irritates and inflames the hair follicles. Jax Wax Australia After Wax Body Lotions and Oils reduce irritation, provide client comfort and maintain skin barrier protection after the Brazilian treatment, but clients also need to follow some basic aftercare rules including.
- Wear loose clothing as any friction on the area will aggravate the already sensitive skin.
- Wear cotton underwear as it allows perspiration to evaporate from the skin surface.
- Avoid any activities that will cause friction in the area until the skin has recovered.
- Avoid heat treatments or hot baths for a few hours after treatment.
- Do not sunbathe or spray tan until 24 hours after treatment.
- Avoid activities which cause perspiration such as workouts, running, using a sauna and sexual activity etc. for 24-48 hours
- Do not swim or use a spa for 24 hours.
- Do not loofah or exfoliate the area until one week after the treatment.
Rebooking
- For first time intimate waxing the hair growth will be irregular. This is because the pubic hair growth cycle is at difference stages. The first intimate wax will only be removing hair in the Telogen stage.
- It is suggested that the client rebooks two weeks after their initial treatment to remove the next stage of hair growth. It may be necessary to repeat this fortnightly until the hair growth is at the same stage.
- Once hair growth is regular, bookings are recommended every four weeks
For more information on Jax Wax Australia’s specialised training courses ranging from ‘Basic Brazilian’ to ‘Advanced Brazilian’ visit www.jaxwaxaustralia.com