If you've never waxed before, it can be intimidating. Movies and TV shows love to turn waxing into a dramatic, painful experience for comedic effect. The truth, though, is that waxing is a lot less painful than you might imagine, and the benefits, for many, far outway the downsides.

Removing body hair can be quite the process. Shaving can leave behind razor burn, cuts, nicks, and ingrown hairs. After all that, stubble is back in a few days at most, and the process starts again.

Laser hair removal is a great option but can be out of many people's price range. Plus, total laser hair removal can take months. If you are heading to the beach for vacation next week, that's not going to help much.

Waxing is a perfect compromise. It's quick; results last for the weeks, and for most people, after you get used to it, the pain is quite manageable.

With waxing, it's vital to only book appointments with a salon you can trust. A professional esthetician has been trained in skincare as well as in sanitation methods. Waxing involves pulling hair out by the root, leaving exposed and open pores. Without proper training, this is a recipe for infection and inflammation.

At Beauty Obsession Salon and Spa, our highly trained estheticians have years of experience and work to make every waxing experience as pleasant as possible. They know how best to apply wax and remove hair with the least amount of pain possible. They can also help you get the most out of the appointment by providing aftercare tips and tricks.

If you are interested in booking a waxing appointment in the Brooklyn area, we would be happy to assist you at Beauty Obsession. We offer full body waxing options from eyebrows to underarms to a Brazilian wax for Brooklyn customers.

A Few Tips for Your First Wax Appointment

For first time customers, it can be helpful to know what to expect and how to prepare. Here are a few of our waxing tips -

Make sure not to shave right before the appointment.

In order for the wax to grab the hair, it needs to be at least a quarter of an inch long. This doesn't apply to facial hair, which can be slightly shorter, but for other body hair, make sure you stop shaving and trim a bit in the week before your appointment.

Wear Loose, Breathable Clothes

On the day of your appointment, it is helpful to wear something loose and breathable. After waxing, the skin will be sensitive and a bit raw. Loose clothing can help you to avoid irritation or ingrown hairs.

Skip the Gym and Pool

It is important to treat the skin in a calm and soothing way after your waxing appointment. You have just had hair pulled out by the roots, and the skin will be a bit inflamed. Skipping the gym will help avoid sweat and clogged pores. Pool water, with chlorine, or even seawater with all the salt, can be irritating. This is why it's best to book your waxing appointment at least three days before any beach vacation.

Book your face, body, or Brazilian wax for 11234 and surrounding Brooklyn now! The Beauty Obsession Salon and Spa team are available at 718-975-3773.