Professional Waxing Tips: Expert Advice for Smooth Skin in Markham

Waxing can be scary for some- I get that– but don’t chicken out of your appointment. It’s not as bad as you think and here are some waxing tips to make you more comfortable.

• Exfoliate. This will help open up the pores making for an easier removal. Exfoliating regularly will also prevent ingrown hairs.
• Moisturize the area. Dry skin can make waxing more painful than it should be so shower, clean, exfoliate, and moisturize the area.
• Trim the hair. But not too short! 1/2″ – 1″ is the ideal length for waxing.
• Ibuprofen. If you think you really can’t handle it, pre-medicate about an hour before your appointment to make your experience more comfortable.
• Emla. Apply numbing cream to the area 30 minutes before your appointment. This isn’t necessary but might help ease your mind!

Still having doubts? The benefits of waxing as a hair removal method outweigh it’s scary factor:

• Long-lasting results. After waxing, the hair can take anywhere between 2-4 weeks to grow back.
• Hair is removed from the root. Unlike shaving, waxing removes the hair follicle from the root so when it grows back, it’s thinner and softer making for an easier removal the next time around. Shaving and depilatory creams cause the hair to grow back thicker, resulting in stubble.
• Diminished regrowth. With every wax, the hair becomes sparse and takes longer to grow back.
• No itching. Unlike shaving, you will not experience any itching or pain as the hair grows back.

I make it a policy to be honest with my clients. Yes, you can break out and yes, you may have an in-grown hair or two but there will be less issues than with shaving. You won’t nick yourself with a dull blade, you won’t experience any razor burn, your hair will not grow back thicker and more noticeably.

Why Professional Technique and Aftercare Matter

Achieving a flawless, irritation-free result from waxing is a science that begins long before you sit on the treatment table. In our Markham studio, we view waxing not just as hair removal, but as a form of deep exfoliation that requires a healthy skin barrier to be successful. The most common issues clients face—such as ‘chicken skin’ texture or painful ingrown hairs—are usually the result of improper follicle hydration. When the skin is too dry, the hair becomes brittle and snaps at the surface instead of being pulled from the root. This is why we emphasize professional-grade prep: ensuring the hair is the ideal length (about the size of a grain of rice) and the skin is supple enough to release the follicle without trauma.

However, for many of our Markham clients, the ultimate goal is to move beyond the monthly maintenance cycle. While these waxing tips ensure the best possible temporary result, they also serve as the perfect foundation for transitioning to Soprano Ice Platinum Laser Hair Removal. Waxing ‘shocks’ the follicle, but Laser Hair Removal utilizes advanced thermal energy to permanently disable the hair-growth mechanism at the root. If you find that you are prone to chronic ingrown hairs or ‘strawberry legs’ despite following perfect waxing aftercare, your skin is likely telling you it’s time for a more permanent solution. By maintaining a professional waxing schedule, you keep the hair in the ‘anagen’ (active growth) phase, which makes the eventual switch to laser even more effective. Whether you are prepping for a Brazilian wax or starting your first laser session, the key to longevity and skin health lies in protecting the delicate dermis and choosing medical-grade technology that respects your skin’s integrity.

Tired of the monthly wax cycle? Book a Laser Hair Removal Consultation in Markham today and discover the freedom of permanently smooth skin.