FAQ Page

 ONE MONTH OUT

• stop shaving
• exfoliate 3-4x weekly to remove dead skin and prep the hair for waxing
• moisturize daily with a fragrance-free moisturizer
• drink lots of water

ONE WEEK OUT

• don't shave — yes, we will know
• stop exfoliating 2 days before your wax to avoid sensitivity
• moisturize daily
• drink lots of water

DAY OF YOUR WAX

• drink lots of water to come into your appointment well hydrated
• avoid caffeine
• do not shave — I'm being so serious
• skip exfoliating today
• optional: take some ibuprofen an hour before your service to take the edge off

WHAT TO AVOID:

• avoid coming in hungover. I promise getting waxed while hungover will be the least fun thing you do all week. do yourself a favor and skip waxing after a night out of drinking
• if you can, avoid caffeine before your waxing appointment. caffeine can make the skin more sensitive so it's best to wait till after your wax for your morning pick-me-up.

oh for sure! but you can't free bleed on our tables, so as long as you're comfortable to pop in a clean tampon (always available in our restroom) or menstrual cup before your service, and you'll be good to go! don't be embarrassed —it's literally so normal and common for folks to come in while bleeding — it's just part of life. 

however, be warned — waxing on your cycle is not for the weak. you're likely to be much more sensitive during this time so, we recommend taking some ibuprofen an hour before your service to help take the edge off.

WAX

• your hair needs to be at least 1/4 inch long (or as long as a grain of rice).
• if you're a habitual shaver, please give us at least 2 weeks of growth before your wax. but for the best results, we recommend you stop shaving 1 month before your wax.  

TRIMMING:

• the longer the better, babe
• your hair needs to be at least 1/4 inch long (or the length of a grain of rice)

we sure do! in face, it's what we specialize in. for over 5 years nos, beehive's service offerings have been completely genderless, so that nobody has to out themselves in order to receive an excellent waxing or trimming service. 

absolutely! you might get to a point in your pregnancy when you just can't maneuver well enough to keep your personal grooming up. let us help! 

some pregnant folks experience heightened pain sensitivity during their wax due to hormonal changes — this is so normal! we will help make you as comfortable as possible during your service, but please consult your physician with questions before your first wax!

we happily wax every body and all genders, regardless of where you're at in your transition.  

that being said, there are several contraindications associated with the removal of terminal hair (like facial hair), which is why full face waxes are only available on a case-by-case basis. 

a first time full face wax will be converted to a consultation to allow our waxers time to discuss your hair removal goals and assess if it's safe to move forward with the service. if for any reason we cannot provide the service, the consultation will be free of charge. 

note: there is no additional fee aside from the cost of the full face wax if we are able to provide the service.

we happily wax every body, including many folks with PMOS.

that being said, there are several contraindications associate with the removal of terminal hair (like facial hair), which is why full face waxes are only available on a case-by-case basis. 

a first time full face wax will be converted to a consultation to allow our waxers time to discuss your hair removal goals and assess if it's safe to move forward with the service. if for any reason we cannot provide the service, the consultation will be free of charge. 

please note: there is no additional fee aside from the cost of the full face wax if we are able to provide the service.

genderless waxing is a service designed to be inclusive of all bodies, regardless of gender identity or anatomy. it focuses on providing a comfortable and safe waxing experience for everyone, with treatments tailored to the individual person, rather than based on traditional gender norms. this approach ensures that everyone feels respected, seen, and accommodated, no matter their gender or body type. 

while 'male' and 'female' are far from the only gender expressions and experiences that exist, trans, nonbinary, agender, bigender, genderqueer, & gender-nonconforming people have had to check boxes that don't apply to them and navigate the gender dysphoria those experiences bring up for them. It doesn't have to be that way anymore. 

never! regardless of the size of your body, if the length of your service is affected, our staff will work with you to book future services accordingly. if you have any questions, feel free to give us a call at (916) 281-9518. 

always get a spray tan after your wax, but wait at least 24 hours for best tan results!

we recommend waxing and trimming 3-5 days before you tan.

you should never get waxed if you're sunburned or even if the skin is pink. the very top layer of skin could lift which is painful and can cause scabbing. 

you should wait at least 3 days after your wax to tan. this is because waxed skin is more photosensitive and is more susceptible to burning.

all you pickers out there....DON'T! messing with an ingrown hair can cause infection and scarring.

being prone to ingrowns is no fun and we're here to help educate you on preventing AND treating your ingrowns. 

that being said, please keep your hands off freshly waxed skin to avoid irritation and breakouts. 

our ingrown treatment is a luxe mini-facial of the genital area geared toward your skin's specific needs. this service usually includes a cleanse, exfoliation, extractions, mask, & high frequency. we recommend scheduling this service 2 weeks before or 2 weeks after your wax. 

respectfully, you better not. 

if you're keeping some hair and want it trimmed up, we recommend trimming AFTER your wax (or you could just add on a trim and let our incredibly talented waxers do it for you).

please avoid ALL waxing while on accutane and for a minimum of 6 months after coming off the medication or consult your dermatologist about when to proceed.

the following medications increase the rate at which your skin exfoliates, so waxing could potentially lift skin resulting in scabs in the coming days. There is nothing scarier to us so please, please let us know if you are using/start using any of these medications!

• accutane
• adapalene
• alpha Hydroxy Acids
• alustra
• avage
• avita
• azelex
• clindamycin
• coumadin
• differin
• doxycycline
• erythromycin
• isotretinoin
• madifloxicine
• metronidazole
• minocycline
• plavix
• renova (Retin-A)
• tazarac
• tazarotene
• tetracycline
• tretinoin