Smooth Operator: Waxing Advice from Leah Nacion

Since there's still a whole bunch of summer left, I thought I'd pass on some of these great tips from Leah Nacion, owner of the Waxing Co.

Blurb: The Waxing Company is Honolulu’s first upscale salon solely dedicated to taking care of all your waxing needs. The salon caters to waxing, bleaching, tinting, body bling and more. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned “waxer”, our goal is to give you the best quality waxing in the most comfortable and relaxing environment.

Because we may not all have time to nip over to Honolulu and experience Leah Nacion's magic touch first hand, here are some tips and advice about salon waxing from Leah. Read on…

SMOOTH OPERATOR - Expert Leah Nacion’s Bare-All Advice on Waxing

Summer fun can hit a rough patch if legs, arms and bikini lines aren’t tended to. Smooth out stubble trouble with a trip to the waxing salon. Waxing guru and owner of The Waxing Co, Leah Nacion has the inside scoop on the dos and don’ts of baring all.

DO Prepare - Preparation beforehand is also important. Hot showers and exfoliating softens hairs before waxing making it easier to remove. Leah also suggests applying a topical pain relieving cream to soothe and reduce discomfort. The Waxing Co. uses their special “No Scream Cream” upon special request. Ask your estheticians for a similar product to apply.

DO Shape It Up - Shaping up that down-there hair doesn’t mean only daring to go bare – there are other options … creative ones. Waxing into shapes or designs is one of Hollywood’s hottest trends. Or add some bikini “bling” with Swarovski crystals in shapes of hearts, initials or stars on the hip.

DO Forget Razors’ Edge - According to Leah, waxing makes skin softer and it lasts much longer than shaving. It can also seem more hygienic because it creates a cleaner and fresher feel that lasts about four weeks before new growth begins.

DON’T Be Fooled - The simple truth is home waxing kits aren’t as effective. Professional estheticians are trained to know the best conditions under which to wax – with high quality products and excellent technique. Temperature of the wax is important to avoid burning the skin, and high-quality products pull the hair up by the root, which avoids hair breakage that can cause ingrown hairs and discomfort.

Leah Nacion’s high-end boutique, The Waxing Co., offers a variety of services – facial waxing, brows, body waxing (from underarms to Brazilians), as well as personal services such as coloring and bleaching – and is the destination for hair removal in Honolulu, Hawaii. For more information, visit www.waxingco.com.
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