FAQ: how do I wax hard-to-reach hair on the sides of the back?

-
A simple trick for waxing the sides of the torso

 During a back wax, it can be a struggle to reach all of the hair on the sides of the torso with your client lying flat on the couch, especially on more hirsute customers where their back and chest hair connects. That darn table top keeps getting in the way!

But there is an easy and comfortable way to reach these areas without the need for any awkward twisting.

When you sit your client up to wax his upper back, ask him to place one hand at a time on the opposite shoulder or behind his head. You can also ask him to lean slightly to the side in order to put a better stretch in the skin (this is particularly useful when waxing larger/heavier-set customers).

Run a line of strip wax up from the waist to the underarm, and then remove away from the spine as per the rest of the back.

This is also a handy trick for creating an even, natural-looking division between smooth skin on the back and the unwaxed hair on the chest and tummy, or any remaining vellus fuzz around the sides (great news for clients with darker hair in particular). The line between the two will be hidden by the customer’s arm when relaxed back down by his side, giving the illusion of a seamless transition.

© Andy Rouillard 2018

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Dealing with waxing injuries

-
Image
Following my recent post about skin lifting , I had several lovely emails, Facebook messages, tweets and texts from fellow therapists relieved to know they weren't alone! If something does go wrong, a common concern therapists have is how on earth to inform a waxing client about an injury. This is something we cover on all of our classes at Axiom Wax Academy , but I figured I'd take the opportunity to share a few ideas here, too. It’s enough to make any therapist’s heart sink: you pull a strip of wax off and realise with horror that it’s left behind a nice, shiny graze or a big ol’ bruise. Welcome to the club Take comfort in the knowledge that you’re not the first person this has happened to and you certainly won’t be the last. First things first: have a little internal sweary moment, then take a deep breath and point it out to your client. This is important. If you don’t mention it, you can bet your bottom dollar that he’ll go home, spot it in the mirror himself and
Read more

Introducing the new Ashmira Botanica pre and post-wax skincare line

-
Image
New pre & post-wax skincare from Ashmira Botanica Congratulations, it’s quintuplets... 👶👶👶👶👶 I’m a proud Wax Daddy today. My babies are finally here!! I’m pleased as punch to unveil the new waxing skincare line from Ashmira Botanica, which I’ve been working on for the past year. It’s an absolutely beautiful range, even if I do say so myself, incorporating both in-salon and retail items to support your waxing services. Every product is enriched with wonderful botanical extracts, natural butters and plant oils to protect and nurture the skin throughout every stage of hair removal. They all feel amazing, smell gorgeous and (of course) do a blinding job in the treatment room. I’m going to attempt a ‘Facebook Live’ video over the next few days to show off the little ’uns, but in the meantime here is a family portrait and a quick introduction to the new brood: Refreshing Skin Cleanser A gentle cleansing milk with apple amino acids, for use both before and after waxing
Read more

Wax Daddy loves... Brosch Direct

-
Image
I’ve always found shopping for consumables in our industry a bit like planning a wedding: add the word ‘wedding’ or ‘beauty’ to something and the regular price seems to mysteriously triple. Those who have trained with me will know that I’ve been recommending Brosch Direct for gloves and salon janitorial supplies for the last few years. Well, just last weekend my waxing chum Caroline from HONE Male Grooming drew my attention to the fact that they also sell a heap of other salon essentials... and they beat the beauty wholesalers hands-down on price nearly every time. For some of the best prices out there on gloves, couch roll, spatulas, laundry and cleaning products, check out their website and save yourself some serious moolah:  www.broschdirect.com © Andy Rouillard 2017
Read more