11 Secrets Your Body Waxer Would Never Reveal

I like the article, but I disagree with the double dipping comment. If the wax is hot enough to kill the germs, its hot enough to burn the client. State board doesn't allow double dipping during the test.

by bodywaxerJanuary 06, 2010 at 07:18PM Report as inappropriate

I think this was very interesting I've never gone in personally I'm terrified but yeah that whole double dipping really surprised me..and personally if a was a client I would think it would be kinda icky to go in during one's period...i think it's already an awkward situation enough to deal with making the waxer a reason to be uncomfortable.

I rated this article: 9 out of 10

by lupitamzDecember 04, 2009 at 04:03PM Report as inappropriate

The story was referring to "double dipping," as in not using a new stick every time you need more wax, not reusing the same stick for everybody. Am I reading wrong? Are there waxers that use a new stick every single time? I've only ever gotten my brows waxed, and they always used one stick. Sorry if I've read it wrong.

I rated this article: 8 out of 10

by jraeholSeptember 10, 2009 at 03:59AM Report as inappropriate

I'm an Esthetician and double dipping is strictly illegal in Minnesota and totally disgusting and I can't believe anyone would say otherwise!! It's unacceptable! I use a fresh stick everytime I wax someone and I don't care if it costs the salon more money, it's sanitary!

by SkinQueenSeptember 05, 2009 at 09:12AM Report as inappropriate

Softsell, why are you in the buisness of waxing if you are just going to talk about the women you service?I have been debating waxing because I dont have alot of hair down south and it's horrible to shave due to itchy hair re-growth. Im hoping waxing would put that part off for alittle longer. But Im too embarassed to go bottomless...I have a c-section scar and also have had an organ transplant so I have two nice huge scars. And am afraid of being talked about. It's women who work salons that have the I'm better than you, look better than you (because I get a cheaper rate than you) women who make alot of women feel too embarassed to do salon sevices in the first place.(not speaking to softsell in the last part as I don't know you). I hate walking into the salon many times because you can tell that your pocket book is being measured even as you walk in. They should just have you fill out a card that has your annual income listed and skip the obvious look up and down,checking out your shoes, watch etc... LOL!!! I mean I'm one of those women who likes jeans and t'shirts. But I know if I want decent service not just a quick here's your cut and go...I have to dress up to go to a salon.And if it's not the salon attendants it's the customers. Have you noticed everyone is checking out everyone else.

by AchtlanddSeptember 02, 2009 at 08:34PM Report as inappropriate

I almost for got to add that this is why in New Jersey they are trying to ban brazilian waxes! Because Estheticians out there are not trained properly...

I rated this article: 1 out of 10

by EstNPinkSeptember 02, 2009 at 08:11PM Report as inappropriate

I don't know who this Esthetician/ waxer or whoever is, but she has it all wrong. It's not "icky" if you double dip. It's down right dirty and asking for a law suit. If the tech is double dipping then you need to find a new place. Even in this slow time and looking for ways to cut cost... I would never put my clients at risk. The pots are not hot enough. If they are then you will have burned them. Hmmm, is that a good idea? No. Most likely Estheticians are useing a warm heat wax because it's a brazilian. I would also like to add that you do not want to wax when you are on your period. There is a chance that the skin may lift. This includes even your eyebrows, arms, legs and whatever else you'd like to wax.

I rated this article: 1 out of 10

by EstNPinkSeptember 02, 2009 at 08:06PM Report as inappropriate

In response to softsell: As an Esthetician, it is NOT disgusting to wax a client if they are clean and on their period wearing a tampon and if the choose to wear a pad, are a bit smelly, or sweaty, that is what hygienic wipes are for.. sweating of the vaginal area is extremely normal as it has one of the highest number of sweat glands in the body. Why would you make your client feel uncomfortable?? If they're super hairy.. excuse me but isnt that what your job is, to remove hair?? And if you dont like to do it, why offer it as a service at all? It is very unprofessional to discuss clients, they come to you in confidence, trusting you with such a delicate and private area. Anyway, it is true, wax is not hot enough to kill bacteria so make sure the waxer uses new sticks and wears gloves. Good article! :]

I rated this article: 7 out of 10

by NigweeSeptember 01, 2009 at 12:06PM Report as inappropriate

this story was real interesting some of the things detailed really surprised me

by tqueens65September 01, 2009 at 11:47AM Report as inappropriate