Everything You Always Wanted to Know About  Body Waxing
But Were Afraid to Ask !

This site has been designed  for those  interested in  hair removal via body waxing,  including Brazilian bikini waxing for men and women. Detailed information is given about various waxing services, what to expect, aftercare, pricing, etc.  Below are frequently asked questions. Please enjoy !

You can have anything from facial to Brazilian and bikini waxing, full legs, arms, and just about any body part that has hair.  Many men have back and chest waxing,  Brazilian, as well as nose and ears. Body waxing  is a safe and economical treatment for hair removal on men and women alike.

What are the advantages of waxing?

When hair is removed via waxing, the full hair is pulled out at the root. When it grows back, it is softer.  When you shave, the hair is cut off at the level of the skin, so as it grows out, it is thicker and stiff.  You are more likely to have  in-grown hair with shaving.  If you wax on a regular basis (every 4 to 5 weeks), the hair will start growing back on the same growth cycle, so after about 3 months, you will have longer periods of "hairlessness". 

At The Wax Bar,  this service removes all hair in the bikini line area, as well as genitals and  all the way back to the buttocks and anus.  In other words, everything goes!  If you are interested in this service,  you  will be asked to  assume various positions in order to achieve complete hair removal.   Please remember this is considered standard in the industry.  We do Brazilian waxing on male and female clients. 

We recommend coming in every 4 weeks.  The hair must be at least  1/4  inch long to wax.

Female Brazilian is $50, male is $65.  Follow us on Twitter and Facebook to watch for daily specials we may be offering.

 What do I wear during  my Brazilian waxing session?

You will be asked to remove all your clothing from the waist down. (you can leave your socks on!).  Underwear   gets in the way, and we can't do a thorough job with clothing on.  Our rooms are completely private. We specialize in this service, so there is no reason for you to feel uncomfortable or embarrassed.

All of our estheticians are female,.   We are experienced waxing specialists, and   love what we do. We have  a large male and  female clientele.  

Absolutely not !  Our clients are mostly every-day people like you and me.  Some of our estheticians are plus sized, so no reason to feel self-conscience.

Limit caffeine for several hours prior to appointment.  Clients who normally take Ibuprofen for pain may find this helpful 30 minutes prior to treatment.  Some people feel that taking antacids (Tums) prior to their appointment also  helps. We have  "No Scream Cream"  which  reduces discomfort by 50 to 90% in  most clients. You will need to purchase and apply this  cream 30 to 45 minutes prior to your appointment. Hair  should be at least 1/4 inch long for waxing.  Again, if  this is your first Brazilian,  trim hair back to 1/2 inch before coming in. 

 If you need help with your eyebrow shape, we can work together to come up with something esthetically pleasing for you.  We charge a one-time fee of $35 for eyebrow design.   If you come in for regular maintenance thereafter, it will only be $15.00 for the waxing service. 

Just so you know, waxing immediately before and  during your period will be more painful.  We recommend scheduling your appointment at least one week prior to your period, or once  your period is completed each month. 

If you are wanting a Brazilian wax, and  just HAVE to be waxed during this time, that's ok too. It's your choice and we have no problem with Brazilian waxing while you are on your period. Just wear a tampon and let us know ahead of time.  We wax the entire area, including the labia. Of course it's your call how much or how little hair you wish to have removed. 

How about a little "bling for your girl thing"???  A beautiful glitter design that will last 5 to 7 days.  Something fun fun fun for that special occasion !

 We  specialize in male body waxing, from head to toes.   Many estheticians or salons refuse to work on men, and sometimes make them feel uncomfortable if they do  take them for appointments.  When you walk into our shop,  you will find it a comfortable setting for men and women alike.   We offer a complimentary cocktail or juice, so sit back, have glass of wine or  beer, and leave the rest to us !

Our clients come from all walks of life: white and  blue collar, single and married guys, dads and grand dads,   athletes and exotic dancers,  young and old, etc. 

Now, for your specific questions on Brazilian waxing for men. The most common question we get from people in general is "why would a guy want a Brazilian wax?" Our reply is, "why does a woman have this service done?"  Generally we do it to feel clean and smooth,  or  perhaps we do it to be sexier for our significant other.   Maybe we just like the way it looks. Men are no different. Some athletes do it for competition (body builders need to be absolutely hair free). Cyclists do it because they perspire and can easily get ingrown hairs from shaving.  So there are many different reasons men and women have this service done.

The one question that is on the mind of most men is "What if I get an erection during the waxing service?"  Just so you know, it happens to about 50% of male clientele. This is usually an adrenal response from the waxing service that most people have absolutely no control over.  Some men have this happen while at their doctor's office having a physical. It's really not a problem, as long as you treat us with respect and understand that we are  professional estheticians who are just removing hair,  and nothing more. 

Men and women alike ask if Brazilian waxing hurts. Well,  yes,  a little,  especially the first time. Some  have described it similar to pulling a band aide off.  It hurts for a second, but is quick and the pain leaves as fast as it comes. Again, if you trim the hair back to around 1/2 inch before coming in, it doesn't pull as much, and helps for that first visit.  If you have had a painful waxing session  at another salon, just remember that technique and experience can make a huge difference  in whether waxing is painful, or more comfortable for the client.  We constantly have people tell us that our experience shows, and that they felt much more comfortable as the result.  Even the type of wax we use results in less pain. 

For Brazilian waxing, we use mostly  hard  wax.     Hard wax is great for more sensitive areas such as under arms, genitals, etc.   It doesn't pull the skin as much, therefore is less painful.  For large areas such as backs, legs, etc., we use  roll on strip wax that is formulated for sensitive skin.  

We have many clients who schedule  a month ahead of time because they know we get busy and can get their preferred slot before the calendar fills up. 

The Wax Bar  is located  on Main Avenue in Historic Monte Vista,  just north of San Antonio College  between West French and Ashby.  We  specialize in  full body waxing for male and female clientele.  It is a store front location, so walk-ins will be welcomed.  Call us for more details !