Anyone receiving services at Modern Image Waxing Spa must be at least 18 years old or be accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian. We reserve the right to refuse services to anyone without explanation or a reason. Due to the intimate nature of some of the services any inappropriate behavior or foul language will result in an immediate termination of the services without a refund and a permanent dismissal from the spa.
Please ensure your hair is appropriate in length. Pregferably 1/4 of an inch long or two weeks with no shaving. Make sure the area to be waxed is freshly cleansed.
Note: Facial waxing is NOT recommended for clients using Retin-A or oral acne medications, such as Accutane. If you are taking blood thinning medications, they can make your skin more sensitive and increase chances of irritation or other complications.
First time clients will be asked to fill out our intake/new client form and list any allergies or medications currently taking. Our esthetician will ask if yo want to fo completely bare or leace some hair as desired. We will go over the post-waxing procedure care with you and how best to keep your skin optimal post appointment.
Our estheticians do this all day and are slightly obsessed with perfection in their waxing skills. This means not only are they amazing in their craft, but you the client get the ultimate benefits. Typically your appointment shoudl take 15 to 20 minutes. This way you can easily go back to your busy day.
You CAN wax during this time, however, there is a possibility of higher skin sensitivity near or around your monthly cycle due to hormone changes. In order to perform the service effecively, we do ask that you take a shower right before your appointment and use appropriate feminine interior hygiene products (such as a tampon).
For the next 24 hours, avoid tanning beds or direct sunlight exposure, creams with fragrances, excercise, and excessive heat. A good loofah is recommended to be used a few times a week to keep the skin effectively exfoliated and smooth. AM Lactin lotion is a great over the counter product for full body hydration too.
When you have a special event, occassion or vacation coming up, and espeicially if this is your first time waxing, we recommend scheduling two months prior to get your hair on the right cycle. The more often you wax, the better the results you will have. If this is not your first waxing, then we suggest scheduling a few days prior to your event.
Please read this prior to scheduling your appointment.
The following is a list of some medications that are known to cause an adverse reactive combination with waxing services. Please consult with your physician or medical care provider prior to seeking waxing services if you are or have been using any of the following medications or topical creams:
Acne + Anti-Aging Medications;
Accutane
Adapalene
Alustra
Avage
Avita
Differin
Isotretinoin
Renova
Retin-A
Retinol
Tazarac
Tazararotene
Tretinoin
Bleaching Agents for Hair and Skin;
Any used on upper lip, bleaching agnts for pigmentation for the skin like Hydroquinone and Trilumena. Preious chemical over the counter har removal products like Nair.
Over the Counter/other Skin Service agents;
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (Glycolic, Lactic)
Benzoyl Peroxide (ProActive)
Beta Hydroxy Acids (Salicylic Acids)
Enzyme Peels
Enzyme Exfoliators
Topical Antibiotics
You CANNOT be waxed if:
You have an open wound in the area you are wantig to wax .
Have been in a tanning booth the same day.
Have laser skin resurfacing within the past year.
If you are sunburned.
Just say NO to...
Exposer to the waxed area whether natural sun or tanning booths for 2 days following your waxing treatment.
Hot baths for 24 hours following any body waxing.
Skin exfolitaing or abrasives for 24 hours after waxing treatment.
Deodorant for 24 hours after underarm waxing.
Need to Know...
Women may experience extra sensitivity to waxing up to a week prior to the start of menstraul cycle.
Moles cannot be waxed over.
If irritation of the wax skin should occure, we recommend using a topical skin antibiotic ointment like Neosporin.
You must wait a minimum of 7 to 10 days after you have had a light chemical peel or treatment like Microdermabrasion for you can wax.