Facts About Brazilian Waxes

The practice of waxing in the style known as “Brazilian” dates back thousands of years to a time when waxing was widely popular in ancient Persia, Greece, and India.

Brazilian waxing got its name after becoming popular on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, during the 1970s – when the new fashion trend of thong bathing suits hit the Brazilian beaches. This new waxing craze eventually made its way to the United States in the late ’80s, when seven Brazilian sisters set up shop in New York City.

Today, Brazilian waxing is a quick, convenient way to get silky smooth skin in your bikini area. Whether you desire to feel confident during bathing suit season or prefer a hair removal method that doesn’t cause painful nicks, cuts, or shave bumps, waxing is for you.

What Is The Brazilian Wax Process?

The Brazilian Wax is similar in every facility you may visit.

Your wax technician will ask you to get undressed from the waist down and on the table.
You will be asked for your preferences before the technician begins. Let them know if you want a bikini line wax, bikini full, full Brazilian, or any strips of hair left.
Next, the tech will do some cleansing to ensure that the wax has a clean surface to stick to.
Once the area is clean, they’ll go in with a pre-wax treatment, usually an oil or powder, to ensure the skin is protected.
Next comes the waxing. Depending on the type of wax, your technician will either use paper or cloth to remove your hair. More petite strips might be used underneath and around the anus, while larger strips will be used on the front of the pubic bone.
If the technician misses any hairs, they’ll clean them up with tweezers.
Finally, they’ll rejuvenate the area with a serum or cream to soothe irritation and prevent ingrown hairs.

Is The Brazilian Wax Process Painful?

This is a very common concern. The short answer is “yes,” but the pain level depends on your tolerance and whether you have ever undergone the procedure before. The first time is often the most painful, with later procedures being much easier to handle.

Here are some things you can do to make yourself feel better:

If there’s any tenderness, redness, or discoloration, apply hydrocortisone cream or a cool compress.
Avoid sexual activity for at least 24 hours; this will give any microtears time to heal before engaging in genital-to-genital contact.
Avoid strenuous activity, like a medium- or high-impact workout class, and soak in water for at least 24 hours. Take a shower instead of a bath, which might irritate you.
Avoid tanning for at least 24 hours afterward. The deep exfoliation can make the pubic area more susceptible to sun damage.

Our Brazilian Wax is priced at $85 – $100, while our Brazilian touch-up is $60 – $75; you should schedule your touch-up within six weeks.

Our technicians here at Urban Oasis Day Spa are highly skilled in providing you with the best spa treatments. Contact us for hair removal, bodywork, lashes, brows, and other specially created services just for you.

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