About our Waxes

Wax for hair removal comes in many many different formulations and 'flavours'. And with any product the prices of these waxes vary from very cheap to very expensive. I have researched and tried out many different types of wax and found that those listed below offer the best treatments for my clients, with the most comfortable results. Answers to some of the questions about the waxing procedures and after-care can also be found on the Frequently Asked Questions page.

Waxing vs Sugaring

Some clients ask if I offer Sugaring as they have heard it is less painful. The short answer to this is no I don't. The majority of discomfort and pain a client feels is mostly down to technique. The product used (either a wax or sugar paste) can make a difference, I only use the best waxes available.

Strip Wax - For most of the body

Strip Wax (traditionally called Warm wax) is the wax that we use for the majority of the body, it is very economical to use and very quick. It is heated to a low temperature and then applied onto the body in a thin layer and then removed with a paper strip. Waxing for Guys currently use two different strip waxes.

Options Green Tea
Options Green Tea (from Hive of Beauty) is a Crème Wax containing Green Tea known for its excellent antiseptic and antioxidant properties that may help to diminish and ease inflammation caused, with the added benefit of a low operating temperature provides for more comfort for the client during application.
Cirepil Cristal Ocean
	This is a hypoallergenic strip wax from Perron Rigot. It has a special formula using synthetic resin and is rosin and fragrance free. It is suitable for even the most sensitive types of skin - if you can't be waxed because of an allergy to sticking plasters, you can now with Cristal Ocean.

Non-Strip Wax - For intimate and more sensitive areas

Non-strip disposable waxes were created by french company Perron Rigot. They constitute a new generation of depilatory waxes. These lukewarm waxes (they are used at around 37 degrees centigrade) dry and become plastic as they cool thanks to the synthetic resins (elastomers) they contain. They are applied in thin layers, are removed without the use of paper strips.

As the wax sets it shrink-wraps the hairs providing excellent grip for the removal of course, tough and very short hairs.

Escential Rose
	This is a cream coloured wax with a soft creamy texture. With the shrink-wrapping properties this is ideal for intimate waxing (Brazilian, underarm, ears). It can also be used on more sensitive areas, for example the chest. This is a great wax to use in warmer months or on warm parts of the body as it sets very quickly!