Frequently Asked Questions

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Have you ever tweezed a hair? Do you remember the first time it kinda hurt (or not)? Then every time thereafter it  wasn't so bad or don't even feel it anymore? Yup! It's kind of like that. Pain is also relative. It isn't exactly a relaxing spa retreat, but after testing many professional wax brands, I can ensure you that only the best, most gentle, and hypoallergenic products are used for the most delicate of skin. My clients comfort is  a high priority, as high as Mt. Everest high. So I can promise it's not as bad as you may think or have experienced in the past. 

Helpful tip: When waxing is maintained it will continue to be less painful due to thinning of the hair & mind over matter.  

I don't believe in limiting my clients to one type of wax. Humble Hare is not a one size fits all kind of spa. Depending on what part of the body we are waxing and skin type, it may vary from hard wax (for brazilians), soft honey wax (for legs), hypoallergenic hard wax (for face), etc. 

The one thing they all have in common is it removes hair from the root. No matter what you hear, no 1 hair removal is superior to the other. It is all a personal preference. 

-Sugaring. The major difference between sugaring and waxing is it's simple ingredients comprised of water soluble sugar+water+lemon, which makes it great for most sensitive skin types. This does not mean it is better and I'll explain why when we get to hard waxing.

-Hard wax. Also great for most sensitive skin types. But not all hard wax is formulated with hypoallergenic properties like sugaring. It lightly exfoliates the skin as it is removing hair. The benefits are to gently remove most of the dead skin, aiding with ingrown hair removal, as well as promote better product penetration.

-Soft wax. Gets a bad rap for a few reasons. This is the wax we usually see in movies, social media, and most walk in nail salons. A trained and seasoned professional is highly recommended for this kind of wax choice to prevent skin removal or bruising. When used  correctly, the results can be great for the thickest most stubborn of hairs as well as those with thicker dry skin. Just like hard wax there are many different formulations to choose from.

So now you understand why it's not a "One Size Fits All". 

Where do I begin on this one! I will try to keep it simple. You now know that no wax is created equal. Understanding and knowing the differences is crucial. Correct temperature, consistency, application, ingredients, etc varies in every single wax. There are hundreds upon hundreds of professional and non-professional options out there. Choosing the correct one is incredibly hard, risky, as well as limited to cheap over the counter. Even an experienced waxer can get overwhelmed with all the pro options out there. 

My question is why keep spending money on a gamble, less than quality ingredients, and less than quality results? 

NO! 

Never a good idea to do anything like waxing or a facial service just before a special occasion or trip. What if you have an adverse reaction, irritation, skin lifting or bruising? When trying something new, it is  best practice to start several months in advance in order to see how your skin responds. If it has been several month since your last wax, it is still a good idea to get back in the routine several months beforehand. 

Helpful Tip:  Maintaining, the recommended 4-6 week, wax services yields best results. 

This is not possible. Waxing removes the entire hair from the root causing trauma to the root. When the hair begins to grow, the root is much smaller, resulting in thinner hair growth...Not thicker. That is why hair becomes very sparse when waxing is maintained as recommended by your professional. When you go past the recommended return time the root will grow back to its original size causing you to start from square one. 

Tidbit: Vitamins, fish oil, caster oil, prenatals, pregnancy, menopause, perimenopause, hirsutism, genetics, etc can make hair healthy and thick. Waxing may not change that, but it can help keep the hair away for up to 3-4 weeks. Where as the average is 4-6 weeks. 

Another myth! It's quite the opposite. Have you noticed that when you start working out more or when spring starts to become summer that it seems your last wax didn't last as long? You probably have noticed, but didn't realize the real reason why. Did you know that sweat can stimulate hair growth? Well, I take that back!!! To get a little deeper, it may not be the sweating that cause the hair to grow quicker but the increase of blood flow that is usually accompanied with sweating. Healthy blood flow is a very good thing though. It keeps us looking younger. This is due to the nutrients that spread through the skin including antioxidants through blood flow. In turn contribute to healthy hair growth. Have no fear your waxer is here!

Helpful tips: That's crazy talk you say? Here's a link to start your own research to better understand and   help put more faith and trust in your master esti. That would be me! 😉👍https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4461519/