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What Supplies are Needed for Waxing?
June 20, 2022
Waxing is many people's favorite hair removal method. A wax session is not only the perfect time to relax, it's also a sure way to forget about unwanted body hairs for weeks. Of course, such amazing results wouldn't be possible without the best Body Waxing Supplies. A salon should be stocked with high-quality products and accessories to meet the clients' expectations. After all, people hope to get professional wax services and increase the advantages that a homemade wax treatment would grant them.What Do You Need for a Successful Wax?
A wax treatment demands different supplies to make the process smooth and simple. Depending on the treatment, you may not use all the supplies listed below in a single session, but you should still have each of them ready for whenever they're needed.
A wide majority of these supplies, however, like applicators, wax heaters, etc., are essential for any and all wax treatments, so you need to care for them properly, disinfecting and sterilizing all reusable items and keeping a nice stock of disposable accessories.So, without further a do, let's go over everything you need:
- Wax: No matter how well prepared you are, no treatment will be effective without high-quality waxes. When working with professional body waxes, estheticians can remove the hairs from most parts of the body without pulling too hard on the skin. A salon should always provide ample options when it comes to soft and hard body waxes to match all types of hair removal treatments.
Soft waxes are used in large expanses of skin like the arms, legs, and back. They are removed with the help of a strip that pulls the hairs off after the wax is on the skin for a few seconds. Meanwhile, hard body waxes are used in areas where the skin is thinner and more delicate, like the face and the pubic area. Unlike soft waxes, hard wax is applied and removed without using a strip, giving the esthetician more room to hone their precision. - Applicators: Usually made of wood or metal, spatulas are what allow you to spread the wax on the skin in an even layer. Estheticians grab a wax strip from the pot and use the spatula to spin the wax around it, running the spatula along the skin afterward until all the wax is spread and the corners of the layer are well defined. If you're using hard waxes, spatulas also help you create a flap at the edge of a wax layer to pull it off later on. Wax applicators are available in different sizes, both with round or straight edges, so estheticians can have full control while handling the wax.
- Disposable gloves: You need to have your gloves on at all times during the treatment, from the moment your client is settled and the skin is exposed. Touching your tools or the client's skin with a naked hand not only puts both parties at risk (there are higher chances of passing germs and bacteria around while the skin is extra sensitive), but it also represents an instant red flag that will keep your client from coming back to your salon. Most estheticians use latex gloves, but you can also find gloves made of vinyl and nitrile.
- Waxing strips: As mentioned earlier, they are essential for any treatment involving soft wax. Most salons go for muslin and non-woven strips, but you can also find strips made of other fabrics and even paper strips. Waxing strips also cater to estheticians' preferences in terms of size, available in different sizes to match different types of treatments, or in rolls that estheticians can cut as they need.
- Wax heater: A durable wax heater saves you a lot of time during a hair removal treatment. It has additional mechanisms to keep the wax warm for a specific window of time and helps you avoid messes during the session. Some wax heaters are also made to help you handle different wax products simultaneously, adapting their heating time accordingly in each case. When you have a professional wax warmer, the chances of getting the wrong wax consistency are very slim, so you can work more comfortably and avoid wasting precious wax in the process.
- Wax pot: If you're using wax beans, you need a durable aluminum wax pot to melt the wax before a treatment. Wax pots are large enough to allow comfort while handling the required amount of wax. They're also equipped with a handle and a lid so estheticians can easily move around whenever they need.
- Pre-depilatory oil / powder: These products come in handy to prepare the skin before a wax. They're meant to absorb excess grease and other impurities from the skin so that the wax adheres more easily to the hairs. They're also a great way to relax the skin.
- Cool compresses and soothing gel: It's normal for the skin to feel itchy after a wax, and the burning sensation left after ripping the wax tends to persist for minutes or hours depending on the skin's sensitivity. Cool compresses go a long way to help your client bear any leftover discomfort. Meanwhile, soothing gels nourish the skin to preserve its natural softness through the healing process. Gels infused with aloe vera, chamomile, and other natural properties are always a good choice.
- Antiseptic cream: To ensure a safe treatment, it's also important to apply antiseptic cream on the area before and after the wax. Waxing leaves the pores open, stripping off the skin's outer layer. In the first 24-48 hours after treatment, nothing stands in between the follicles and any bacteria that could cause an infection, so having the skin protected during the treatment itself is the best way to ensure there are no complications later on.
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