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Short answer: Yes – but only when the wax is specifically designed for it. This question comes up more than almost any other in professional salons. Especially on busy days. Especially when a walk in client appears and the wax pot isn’t ready. Many wax brands advise never microwaving wax […]

Wondering what products and techniques you should be using for the best Brazilian wax? Waxxxpress have you covered, with our Top 10 Tips on how to achieve the perfect Brazilian wax.   Brazilian Waxing has long been a popular and profitable service in the beauty industry, but to many therapists, […]

Lilliane Caron discusses the differences between waxing and sugaring. Sugaring has been around for centuries and is an early form of waxing. It’s currently enjoying a resurgence in the beauty scene. While most therapists are well aware of sugaring and it’s deep history, Body Sugaring is becoming an increasingly popular […]

Lilliane Caron discusses what happened to the art of waxing and those who have a passion for it. It’s the season to be merry so what better time to reignite your passion for waxing. Get ready for an influx of old and new clients wanting to look great and have […]

Lilliane Caron discusses hyperpigmentation and why it’s an avoidable and unacceptable side effect of waxing. for your salon. You may have read that waxing can cause darkening and darker skin patches called hyperpigmentation. The facts are, with superior product and expert technique, waxing won’t cause hyperpigmentation at all. Products or […]

A waxing experience always makes you feel fresher lighter & brighter especially when it’s performed by a confident therapist or esthetician using the correct technique. Here are my 10 top tips on how to have a better Salon this summer waxing season! 1 – The set up When it comes […]

The age old hair removal battle! By Lilliane Caron Wish you had a dollar for every time a client who came in for a pedicure and said, ‘sorry about the hairy legs I forgot to shave!’? Well, I’m here to tell you that you can! If that comment isn’t an […]

I’m sure most people are familiar with the motto “a boy scout is always prepared.” Well, my version is “an therapist/esthetician is always prepared.” This means every morning when you walk through your salon doors, you are ready for a busy day. No matter what the circumstances, even if your […]

There are milestones in every mother-daughter relationship and hair removal is one of them. Once upon a time most mothers wouldn’t have had to worry about this until puberty, but these days the conversation may start a little earlier than expected. If you asked me to put an age limit […]

Holly Hayes, waxxxing expert at Waxxxpress, tells us what’s what when it comes to facial waxxxing. What type of waxxx is best for facial waxing? “It is important that you always use hard wax for all facial waxxxing as strip wax can be quiet harsh on the delicate skin,” says […]

I started as a therapist/esthetician; then I opened my own salon and now I have a company that manufactures and exports wax, ingrown hair treatments, massage oils, lotions and much more all over the world. I would never have pictured myself having all these opportunities when I was just starting […]

Pregnancy is a very exciting time for any mother to be, but it can also be riddled with worries about what’s safe for them and their unborn baby. It is not uncommon for expectant mothers to become over protective and cautious of their bodies; what they put in it, what […]

  IT’S A BIRD, IT’S A PLANE, NO WAIT….IT’S SUPER STRIP! Being the hero of all strips it is extremely versatile and suitable for use on all parts of the body and face. Made from gentle and natural fibre these strips are soft and reliable yet still guarantee strength and […]

You can have the best wax in the world but if you do don’t know how to perform a proper waxing treatment; you’re going to be in a lot of trouble. From my experience, Brazilians are the treatment that therapists struggle with the most. There is a lot of hype […]

Choosing a wax sounds simple enough but it often comes with much confusion. What works for some therapists may not work for others. There is no ‘one fits all’ approach in either scenario. At the end of the day it comes down to knowing what you want and what suits […]

Money is never something you should take for granted. The economy is completely out of our control and can change in the blink of an eye! This is why it is always important to consider ways to minimise wastage and costs within your workplace so you are prepared for anything. […]

Retail products have a much higher profit margin than most salon services. They have the ability to increase your bottom line dramatically, which makes them a very important part of your business. Up selling retail products at the end of a treatment can sometimes be a challenge, especially if you’re […]

Generally when people think of the word ‘massage’ they associate it with ‘luxury’, ‘indulgence’ and ‘pampering’. It’s seen as a treat, and something people may allow themselves once or twice a year. The notion that massage is ‘just an indulgence’ is not true. The benefits of massage are endless and […]

To dip or not to dip, that is the question. When the average person thinks of double dipping they picture someone dipping their carrot stick back into the hummus after they have already taken a bite. Now amongst friends and family this may seem like no big deal right, but […]