It is a highly debated subject in the waxing industry.  How to prepare the client’s skin before waxing? What is not a debate in preparing the skin before waxing. We all do that. (Hopefully.)  Cleaning the skin before waxing is the first step to remove any oil, makeup, moisturizer and germs. Cleaning is the first…

The Naked Truth of Esthetics Education. Almost every state in the USA, requires an esthetics or cosmetology license to practice esthetics. Depending on which state you live in; your license might be aesthetics or esthetics.  Either way, the school requirements to graduate vary vastly state to state. As few as 300 hours may be required…

All is going as planned, you graduate from esthetics school, take hours of advanced classes, work at an established business to build your clientele and voila, you are ready to branch out on your own. You aren’t alone.  The number of individual suites, lofts and shared spaces for skin care and waxing has boomed in…

Being an esthetician is extremely rewarding. Most of us love our job for the social interaction, creating masque formulas, the fast pace plus the flexibility to travel and create our own schedules that fit our lifestyle. We love what we do, and helping people look and feel their best is the cherry on top.  However,…

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month April showers may bring May flowers, but May is also #SkinCancerAwareness month.  As estheticians, we have strict guidelines when it comes to treating our clients. The laws vary state by state but what is clear is that we do not diagnose, prescribe, or treat layers below the epidermis.  However, we…

1- The Wax  The wax you choose to use on your clients is a big decision. Literally your most important tool to ensure a successful waxing business. Afterall, a happy client is a repeat client. If a client experiences pain, bruising or broken hair, they will likely not return and will probably spread the word….

It’s a catch 22, you hate having hair, so you shave every day. The idea of waxing and the need to let the hair grow first in is not appealing to the people who hate having hair. How can you possibly let your hair grow in all the time?  Ok. Waxing is misunderstood.  For people who…

Should you wax clients with hard wax (aka hot wax) or soft wax (aka strip wax)? So many factors come into play. The body area, skin type, cost, and skillset. Regarding body area, let’s start from the top down.  As a general rule, strip wax should not be used on small sensitive areas like the…

With so many hair removal options & some that are even permanent, do people still get waxed? What are the benefits of waxing vs other hair removal options? Can you still make money waxing? Hair is natural and normal, but some people prefer to be hair-free, creating the need for a hair removal solution. When…

Ok, so you have carefully chosen the best wax for your business but what else do you need to perform professional waxing effectively and efficiently? Many times, estheticians spend a lot of time researching what wax is the best but overlook the other important elements needed to offer a complete waxing service. Yes, you can…