Your First Wax Appointment: Everything You Need to Know

If it's your first wax, it's completely normal to feel a little nervous. You might be wondering how much hair you need, what happens when you arrive, or whether it's going to hurt.

Don't worry – we'll talk you through everything. Here's what you need to know before, during and after your appointment.

Before Your Appointment

Grow your hair

For the best results, your hair should be around 3–4 weeks' growth (roughly the length of a grain of rice). This gives the wax enough hair to grip properly.

If you've been shaving, try to resist the temptation to shave before your appointment, even if it feels a little untidy. We promise it's worth it!

Exfoliate gently

Gently exfoliate the area a couple of days before your appointment to help remove dead skin cells and reduce the chance of ingrown hairs.

Avoid exfoliating on the day of your appointment, as this can make your skin more sensitive.

Book ahead

We do get booked up quickly, especially for intimate waxing, so don't leave it until the last minute.

You don't want to grow your hair for four weeks only to discover we've no appointments left!

Medical & skin considerations

Please let your therapist know if you're taking any medication, have recently had skin treatments or have any skin concerns. We'll always make sure waxing is suitable before we begin.

On the Day of Your Appointment

Arrive with clean skin and avoid applying lotions, oils or heavy creams to the area being waxed.

Coming straight from work or the gym? Don't worry – wipes are available in every treatment room if you'd like to freshen up beforehand.

When you arrive, your therapist will ask a few consultation questions to make sure it's safe to wax before taking you through to your treatment room.

What Happens During My Wax?

Your therapist will explain exactly what clothing to remove before leaving the room, giving you complete privacy to get changed and get comfortable on the treatment bed.

They'll knock before coming back in, so you'll never feel rushed.

We don't use towels during waxing, but if having one makes you feel more comfortable, you're very welcome to bring your own.

Please don't worry about how you look.

We see real bodies every single day, and nothing about yours is going to surprise or shock us. Whether it's your first wax or you've left it a little longer than planned, you'll never be judged.

Will It Hurt?

Everyone's pain tolerance is different, so everyone's experience is slightly different too.

Your first appointment is often the most noticeable because the hairs haven't been waxed before. The good news is that regular waxing usually becomes much more comfortable over time.

Our therapists work quickly, professionally and will do everything they can to make your appointment as comfortable as possible.

Aftercare

Looking after your skin after waxing helps reduce irritation and keeps your skin happy.

For the first 24 hours, we recommend:

Avoid strenuous exercise or the gym.

Avoid hot baths and showers.

Avoid swimming pools, saunas and steam rooms.

Wear loose, comfortable clothing (or go commando if you're having an intimate wax!).

Avoid applying heavily fragranced products to the waxed area.

It's completely normal to experience some mild redness or small bumps for a few hours after your appointment. These usually settle quickly.

Your therapist will also give you personalised aftercare advice before you leave.

Final Thoughts

Your first wax is often the one people worry about the most. After that, many clients wonder why they didn't book sooner.

Whether you're booked in for brows, legs or an intimate wax, our aim is always the same – to make you feel comfortable, relaxed and well looked after from the moment you arrive.

If you've got any questions before your appointment, just get in touch. We'd much rather answer them beforehand than have you worrying at home.