Top Frequently Asked Questions✨

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Top Frequently Asked Questions✨ *

  • Generally, two weeks worth of growth is good, three weeks is great! Standard measurement : ¼ of an inch; think as long as a grain of rice.

  • I have and will ever only use hard wax. We can totally talk about my many reasons, but the main one for me is I hate the STICKINESS.

  • Drink a ton of water, and try to avoid caffeine. Caffeine can constrict blood vessels and that can cause more pain. Exfoliate! If you don’t have one, just be sure to have clean skin. Lotion is fine to use day of waxing. Take a tylenol or OTC pain med, don’t smoke cannabis! It can make you MORE sensitive. Save that for after! 😉

  • Absolutely you can! All I ask is you wear a tampon or cup for the duration of the appointment. No, it’s not weird and yes, it happens all the time. You will be more sensitive during this time so please be hydrated!

  • The doors to the Sola Salons in Tacoma are always locked. You must text, call, or use the call box provided outside to let me know you have arrived. The number is 253.202.8484 😊

  • Unless a doctor has advised differently, yes you can! Waxing may be more painful during this time because, fun fact, while pregnant your blood volume increases 30 to 50%.

  • The long-short of it is, those particular products increase skin cell turnover. This causes skin to be extremely sensitive, and thin. Waxing can cause trauma called “sheeting”, “lifting”, or “grazing” and that can cause scarring. I promise it is for your benefit to skip the wax if you’ve recently used anything of these sorts. If you’re unsure, please feel free to reach out!

  • There are a few standard rules. Don’t touch where you got waxed; there are oils on your fingers that can cause break outs. No excessive sweating, no pools, no hot tubs, no submerging in water for 24 hours. Brazilian waxes follow those rules above PLUS no sex. Body waxing - exfoliate at least three times a week; Facial waxing - once a week. Schedule a new appointment for 4-6 weeks depending on the service provided. Message me with any questions!

A few other things…

Before your appointment

  • If you are feeling ill, you are required to reschedule. I apologize for the inconvenience this may cause, but I have to ensure the safety of not only myself, but my family, other clients, and other providers in Sola Salons.

  • For best body waxing results, exfoliate the day before your appointment; if you don’t have anything to do that with just make sure you’re clean, hydrated, and ready to learn!

Check-in process

  • Livira Waxing is located inside the Sola Salons in Tacoma. The entrance doors are always locked.

  • Please text 253.202.8484 to let me know you have arrived! I will text back when ready to meet you at the doors. Feel free to wait in your car until I text you.

During your appointment

  • Let’s talk! It can be overwhelming to get waxed for the first or even thousandth time and a little yapping can go a long way!

  • I’ll try and explain hair growth cycles, follicle sizes, aftercare, when to come back but sometimes it’s best we just chit chat to keep you distracted until the hard stuff is over.

  • I move as quickly as possible, also known as speed waxing. It really does help with the overall experience!

After your appointment

  • Redness, histamine bumps, and swelling are totally normal. You are more than welcome to shower the same day you get waxed, but don’t use super hot water. Trust me, you won’t want to. Exfoliated skin is very sensitive.

  • No excessive sweating, swimming, or submerging for 24 hours after waxing of any kind. Exfoliate your body at least three times a week. This is vital to prevent ingrowns and future issues.

  • If you have any questions or concerns after a service, the business line is always on and I’ll get back to you asap.