©2003 Texas Trade and Industrial Education1 Cosmetology Waxing Techniques

©2003 Texas Trade and Industrial EducationCosmetology I: Waxing Techniques2 Facial & Body Waxing Waxing Definition  Waxing is a temporary service.  Waxing pulls hair out from the follicle; this is why waxing lasts 4-6 weeks before new hair growth is noticed.  Wax is an epilator, which is any product that removes hair from the follicle.

©2003 Texas Trade and Industrial EducationCosmetology I: Waxing Techniques3 Hot & Cold Wax  Wax may be used either hot or cold.  For clients who cannot tolerate the hot wax or those with sensitive skin, cold wax may be used instead.  Cold wax must be applied thicker and does not require the use of fabric strips to remove it from the skin.  Instead, the wax is pulled directly from the skin in the opposite direction of the hair growth.

©2003 Texas Trade and Industrial EducationCosmetology I: Waxing Techniques4 Waxing Supplies Facial chair Wax Wax remover Fabric strips Towels Skin cleanser Disposable paper Wax heater Disposable spatulas Headband or hair cap Disposable gloves Emollient or antiseptic lotion

©2003 Texas Trade and Industrial EducationCosmetology I: Waxing Techniques5 Waxing Preparation Steps Sanitize the area Melt the wax in the heater Place disposable sheet on the facial chair Pre-cut fabric strips for removal Arrange supplies Protect client’s hair with headband if necessary Drape client Wash your hands and put on disposable gloves if required

©2003 Texas Trade and Industrial EducationCosmetology I: Waxing Techniques6 Waxing Steps Cleanse area to be waxed Apply powder to area being waxed Test wax temperature on inside of your wrist Spread thin coat of wax in the direction of hair growth Apply removal strip in the same direction as hair growth Press gently 3-5 times Pull skin taut and quickly remove strip in the opposite direction of hair growth Apply pressure immediately and lightly massage Repeat procedure as needed Apply antiseptic Cleanse area Apply soothing lotion Undrape and show client the results

©2003 Texas Trade and Industrial EducationCosmetology I: Waxing Techniques7 Clean-up Steps Offer to rebook client Discard unused supplies Place soiled linen in closed hamper Clean and disinfect implements Sanitize the bed and counter Wash hands with anti-bacterial soap and warm water

©2003 Texas Trade and Industrial EducationCosmetology I: Waxing Techniques8 Cautions & Suggestions Beeswax can cause allergic reaction. Always give a patch test prior to use. Do not use excessive wax. It may spread to other hair you do not want removed. Do not leave wax heater on overnight. Be sure the wax is not too hot for sensitive areas. Sugar & lemon juice create a wax-like substance used for waxing for centuries. This is called “sugaring.”