Dérmica offers facial and body waxing in Edmonton, AB. In this service, heated resin wax is applied and removed with wolven cotton strips.
Most clients are able to get through their appointment just fine, however, waxing can be painful in sensitive areas. You may take an anti-inflammatory 30 minutes prior to your appointment to reduce discomfort and inflammation following your visit. This is specially great for those prone to ingrown hairs or major irritation.
Waxing requires 24 hours downtime, therefore, we recommend no swimming, sweating, fragranced products, or sun exposure.
Before booking your service
Prior to booking a wax service ensure your hair is at least ¼ inch long. Even though waxing is a common esthetics service, it is not without contraindications.
Your esthetician will review your health history prior to starting your service. This will reveal any health conditions, medications, products, or allergies that may present safety concerns with the delivery of the service.
Waxing Prices
See pricelist below.
Lip
$ 7
Chin
$ 9
Eyebrows
$ 18
Sideburns
$ 18
Full Face
$ 48
Includes a Brow Shape.
Underarm
$ 18
Half Arm
$ 35
Full Arm
$ 45
Half Leg
$ 40
Full Leg
$ 70
French Bikini
$ 40
Brazilian Bikini
$ 55
Hollywood Bikini
$ 65
Chest or Back
$ 45
Upper Body
$ 80
Inc. chest, back & shoulders.
Waxing deals
Have you heard of our Saturday Waxing Special? Save 20% on body and bikini waxing on Saturdays.
Traditionally, men’s waxing involves the use of warm wax, typically honey or pine resin-based, and cloth strips.
Preparing for your appointment
Located in YEG, Dérmica offers Mens waxing. We are here to help you prepare for your appointment, as well as provide some facts about our waxing service.
What can I expect?
The esthetician first preps the area by disinfecting and applying a protective barrier to the skin. The warm wax is then applied using a wooden spatula and covered with a cloth strip; this is referred to as strip waxing or soft waxing. The strip is then quickly pulled off parallel to the skin and voila your skin is left smooth and hair free!
Prior to booking a wax service ensure your hair is at least ¼ inch long, and has not been sunburned, treated with AHA/BHA, or prescription acne medications. Avoid caffeine for a couple hours before your appointment to reduce sensitivity. Results are visible for about 2 weeks, with 4-6 weeks before you are ready for your next visit. After care for waxing includes: avoiding heat, sun exposure, strong/fragranced, lotions, and washes for 24 hours and frequent skin exfoliation.
Mens waxing facts
Results last longer than shaving
Hair grows back thinner and less-apparent each time you wax
Shows details of chest and back musculature
Helps with body odour by removing sweat-producing hair
Removes dead skin cells making your skin feel smooth
TIPS for Ingrown hairs
For irritating razor burn and ingrown hairs we recommend picking up some “Bump Stopper”. This solution can be found in the ethnic hair care section at most drug store/supermarkets. You can also try Glo Skin Beauty’s Purifying Gel Cleanser, a great foaming wash with powerful acne-fighting ingredients that stimulate exfoliation and clears pores.
Long term hair removal
For a permanent solution, opt for IPL/Laser hair removal treatments. These advanced treatments should only be performed by trained and certified technicians, so do your research before going for the bargain service. Shaving is the necessary for most IPL/Laser treatments, so it’s best to have it shaved down prior to appointment.
The tech will begin by disinfecting your skin. Next, she will provide you with your protective eyewear before she goes zapping away. For the following 24-48 hours you will be required to avoid direct heat, perspiration, sun exposure, strong/fragranced soaps, lotions and washes.
Like waxing, ensure skin has not been sunburned, treated with AHA/BHA, or medications/vitamins affecting the skin. Typically you will notice a stunt in the growth of hair, followed by what seems to be continued growth. Four to six weeks after, the hair will begin to fall out. At this point you are ready for your next session. Most men require 6-8 treatments to see maximum results, but of course some machines are built better than others, so results may vary.
These treatments are somewhat of an investment and cause injury to your skin if not delivered properly, so do your research and make sure operational requirements are met by both the business and technician.
