Lorton - Shoppes at Lorton Valley Body Waxing | European Wax Center (2024)

FAQs

Is waxing worth the money? ›

Overall, it depends on how much money you're willing or able to spend, and if you don't mind doing the work at home. Either way, expect your results to last much longer than the typical shave. "Waxing can be painful or uncomfortable, though the effects of waxing last longer," says Dr. Marisa Garshick.

In addition to beeswax, our Comfort Wax® is formulated with skin-soothing ingredients. Additionally, Comfort Wax® is an alcohol-free, hard wax that doesn't adhere to the skin.

Our Wax Specialists are the OGs of wax—and no one does it better. Made with natural beeswax sourced from Europe, our Comfort Wax® takes the “ouch” out of waxing. Its nourishing, famously-violet formula is crafted to stick to hair—not skin.

History. Siblings Joshua and David Coba, founded European Wax Center as single center in Aventura, Florida in 2004. In 2008, the siblings started franchising European Wax Center. David Coba acted as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for 14 years.

shaving, waxing wins the battle for the longer-lasting hair removal method. While your hair will start to grow back just a few days after shaving, waxing lasts several weeks before you're ready to head back for another appointment.

Typically it's best to wait 2 to 5 weeks in between waxing depending on the part of the body. For face, underarms, and bikini areas, wax about every 2 to 3 weeks. Legs and arms can be stretched out to 3 to five weeks.

Start at the baseline industry standard of 15-20% of the cost of your bikini wax. Feel free to tip at the lower end of this if your service was not up to your standards. Don't forget to ask them for a modification before letting your displeasure be reflected in your tip, though- they may have a solution!

Be hairy. Your hair should be at least 1/4 inch in length (which makes it long enough to lay flat on your skin). Please don't shave for at least 3 weeks prior to your appointment to ensure that your hair is long enough! Also, if you've “let it go” down there and it seems out of control, don't worry!

Most people agree that for a Brazilian wax, hard wax is the best option. If your hair is coarse, multiple applications will be necessary, and hard wax allows for this. Additionally, because this area of your body is so sensitive, hard wax removal tends to be less painful.

Hard wax is the most popular choice for professionals because of its many benefits. One of the most significant advantages is that it's much gentler on the skin than other wax types.

Which wax doesn't need strips? ›

Hard wax is thicker than soft wax and works by hardening on your skin — hence, the name. Once it hardens, you can remove it with your hands, so there's no need for waxing strips. This makes the process a lot less painful. According to experts, hard wax is best suited for use on your bikini line, underarms, and face.

Soft wax does adhere to the top/dead layer of skin, so it's not recommended to go over an area more than once - but it so thoroughly grabs hairs that it's rarely needed!

Up to 1/2 inch should be fine. If your hair is any longer you may feel some discomfort when the wax is applied. It will also make it trickier for your therapist to get the job done. Trim excess hair down beforehand or shave and wait a couple of weeks for it to grow back before returning to the salon.

The bottom line. Both sugaring and waxing can be great forms of hair removal if you're looking for lasting results. There's no clear “winner” between the two, because it's ultimately down to preference. Those with sensitive skin types might prefer sugaring because of its gentler nature and more natural formulation.

A Brazilian wax goes from the front all the way to the back with an added butt strip. It's perfect for a completely nude look or you can leave a neat triangle, strip, or square on the front—totally your choice.

Cons of waxing

Depending on who you ask and their pain tolerance, waxing can be considered painful — kind of like getting a tattoo. Because hair is removed at the root, some people say waxing is more painful than shaving.

Waxing is definitely the better choice, as it will improve the overall quality of your skin, removing any dead skin cells or nasties. Your hair will take longer to grow back and you can relax while you're getting it done. Say goodbye to all ingrown hair and say hello to better looking, healthy, and smoother skin.

Often home waxing can result in less than a perfect waxing. You may have a few or more hairs, here and there, that you didn't notice or can't get out. Especially if the area you are waxing is hard to reach. There is also an increased potential for ingrown hairs and infections.