Mens back waxing aftercare advice for your male grooming and waxing routine.

The male back waxing treatment is without a doubt the most popular male body waxing treatment. For most guys the treatment is very quick and easy with no or very little reaction on the skin afterwards. But it is worth bearing in mind what simple waxing aftercare steps you should follow to keep everything in order. Within our male waxing aftercare blog we have very detailed pre waxing advice and also waxing aftercare advice which should answer most queries and help with any possible problems that may arise...

1. So keep the back clean, sweat free and as cool as possible after your back wax treatment.

2. Wear a clean cotton loose fitting t shirt after your back wax.

3. Avoid gym, exercise, swimming or sports for 24-48 hours.

4. Use a cleansing shower/skin wash that contains some anti bacterial properties.

5. Use a suitable moisturiser for the shoulders and the areas that you can reach.

5. After a few days start to gently exfoliate the skin using an exfoliating wash cloth.

 

See our full male waxing aftercare guidelines by clicking HERE.

See our full male pre waxing aftercare guidelines by clicking HERE

We retail and recommend our own post waxing exfoliating wash cloth called A Bit of Rough – click HERE to order one.

Male back waxing treatments come in many variations and we offer a selection of options that should suit your needs. The male back wax can include the neck hair, shoulders, half arm waxing and we also offer a male back wax using only non strip wax.

For client comfort we only use Cierpil by Perron Rigot waxes and wax products.

Male Waxing in London with male therapists

The Truth about Male Intimate Waxing

The Truth about Male Intimate Waxing

Women used to be the primary market for waxing. However, recently more and more men are interested in getting male waxing treatments. Waxing for men is getting prominence because wax is more suitable for hard to remove male hairs. The beard is one facial hair that requires waxing. When a man waxes the beard, there is no unsightly stubble left behind. Typically there are two types of waxing that men avail of: general body waxing and male intimate waxing.

A general body wax treatment is when the person has the hair in the back, face and chest removed by the therapist. Intimate waxing is when hair removal is done on the genitals area particularly the pubic hair. When it comes to a male intimate wax treatment, there are certain issues associated with the procedure.

The new techniques and new generation non-strip waxes used for the treatment can help make the client feel comfortable and relaxed. It is not as painful as it used to be. And the results are quick. After it is done, hairs are effectively removed. It is easy to see the difference before and after the procedure.

 Male intimate waxing involves removing hair in the genitals and private areas. This may include the butt, pubic area, shaft, scrotum, crack and perineum. To get the best results, it is important to wax when the hair has grown at least 0.25 inches long. The treatment removes the hair from the roots not just on the surface. This is why it takes longer for the hair to grow back compared to ordinary shaving. It usually takes up to 8 weeks for the hair to grow again.

During the eight weeks, the client does not need to do shaving or trimming at all. Also, once the hairs grow back, the texture is usually much finer than before. The skin where the hair is removed also appears smoother. The reason for this is that the wax removes not just the hair roots but the dead skin cells as well. And since the client is not using a razor blade to remove the hair, the chances of getting cuts or skin irritation are reduced considerably. This is why a lot of men prefer to get male waxing treatments nowadays.

As with all intimate wax treatments, it is important to remove all clothes so the therapist can reach the private parts easily. There are different male intimate wax styles that the client can choose from such as Hollywood style, Brazilian style and back-sac-crack (BSC) style. The most common treatment is the Brazilian style. This style requires removal of hair in the middle and butt but retain some on the pubic mound.

The male Hollywood waxing treatment is when the therapist removes all hair in the private parts including pubic triangle and the crease of leg. The back-sac-crack style, as the name implies, removes hair starting from the back, then the shaft, crack and butt. The choice of style depends on what the client prefers. Also many therapists have different names for the male intimate waxing treatments so it’s often best to check which treatment you require and confirm it’s the correct choice.

One particular issue involved with intimate male waxing procedure is when a client gets an erection in the middle of the treatment. This is a potentially embarrassing situation both for the client and the therapist. But seasoned therapists know for a fact that erection could likely occur during these intimate procedures. The reason for this is that erection is an adrenal response to physical touch. It is not exactly a sexual reaction but more of hyperactive adrenaline.

An experienced therapist recognizes that this is a possibility that could occur among male clients. Usually, the therapist would ignore the incident and continue with the treatment as if nothing is going on. The erection will go away in due time. The therapist does not get offended because they know that it is a normal male reaction. Also, it could be the excitement brought about by the experience which brought the reaction. The therapist training and confidence in handling such potentially embarrassing situation is the key to defuse the situation. The therapist should be professional enough to be able to work through the issue.

After the male waxing treatment, it is important for the client to wear clean loose clothing to prevent irritation. The skin is a little more sensitive after the procedure. The aftercare when the treatment is over require that the client refrain from taking hot baths or going into saunas and steam baths. Gently exfoliation of the skin with an exfoliating product three times a week during shower can also help prevent ingrown hairs. Using a skin moisturizer in the area can also keep the skin supple and the new hairs to grow normally.

Jack Dunn- Male Waxing Therapist –JD Spa Therapies London

Waxing Versus Sugaring For Male Grooming Treatments

Male hair removal methods have certainly evolved through the years. Gone are the days when men used a shaving blade to remove hair in different parts of their body. The advances in technology help male grooming become safer, healthier, faster and more convenient to do.

Men remove body hair for a variety of reasons. One is to improve their appearance. Women often do not like hairy men especially if a thick mane grows out of the chest or the back. Hairs coming out of the nostrils or a bushy monobrow are also very unattractive to look at. For men who are into sports such as swimming, getting pubic hair removed is almost a must since they look unsightly with Speedos and swimming trunks. Some men remove underarm hair for better grooming and to prevent body odour.

 Male waxing and sugaring are two great examples of current male grooming techniques. These two hair removal methods have a number of similarities as well as differences when it comes to application. But they do serve the same purpose which is to get rid of unwanted man hair. An estimated third of the male population regularly do hair removal procedures in the back, chest, intimate areas, legs and other areas.

Waxing

Waxing for men, also called manscaping or more recently maxing, is a popular choice in salons or male grooming studios. Most men prefer to have a waxing treatment as opposed to some of the other temporary hair removal methods available because of the numerous advantages that waxing provides including:

 Areas that have been waxed often remain hairless for at most eight weeks. The reason for this is because waxing removes hairs from the roots not just on the surface and for those clients who carry out regular body waxing benefit from a slower regrowth.

Smoother skin. Areas that are subjected to waxing often have smoother skin. The wax serves as natural exfoliant since it removes dead skin cells once the wax is removed. It not just uproots the hair but the dead cells on the skin too.

Softer hair. The hair that grows after waxing is usually much softer. Also, there are no signs of stubble after waxing unlike shaving.

Reduce skin irritation. Shaving may cause irritation to the skin especially if the blade touches sensitive parts. The person may have cuts and razor bumps from shaving. Not so with waxing.

Sugaring

Sugaring is another popular hair removal option. The sugaring mixture is made up of sugar, water and lemon juice. These ingredients are combined in a lukewarm temperature. They are then applied to the skin where unwanted hair grows. The technique originated in Egypt.

Sugaring for some male grooming clients offers the same benefits as listed above in terms of the appearance of the skin, the regrowth period and smoothness of the skin.

Some male clients are drawn towards sugaring as a suitable hair removal method if they have heat sensitive skin or react to the rosins found in a lot of waxes. However it is worth remembering that a lot of the good wax companies often offer a range of products that are rosin free to offer these clients a more comfortable waxing treatment with less trauma and better results on the skin.

,Waxing and sugaring are similar processes but they do have differences in the application and results and clients should research the best options for themselves.

Both methods of hair removal use a similar process  ; strip waxing and strip sugaring – applying the product directly to the skin and then removing with a paper strip or a piece of fabric.  Non -strip waxing and hand sugaring – applying hot wax or sugar paste directly to the hair and removing without the need for any paper or fabric.

More often male clients can have strong coarse body hair and with the waxing method it can offer a better hair removal technique for various reasons; the  “ shrink wrapping “  effect of hot wax can encapsulate even the smallest of hairs to ensure a smooth hair free result,  something that hand sugaring often cannot achieve.  New generation non-strip / hot waxes can also be applied successfully to areas where hair grows in various directions, sugaring often does not achieve best results in these areas.

Degree of discomfort. Both procedures require hair removal from the roots. This means a certain degree of pain or discomfort in both methods, but it is worth stating that for most clients this discomfort is minimal and if these treatments are carried out by a professional trained male grooming therapist as opposed to friends or partners then the difference is remarkable!! You only need to look on YouTube to see those terrible home waxing videos...

Waxing and sugaring may not be a permanent solution to male hair removal but they do provide a viable option for male grooming. The long duration before hair grows back makes them a popular choice among male clients. Both procedures are effective hair removal solutions.

Jack Dunn – London Male Waxing – January 2012.

Male Waxing Price list - January 2012

We have reviewed our male waxing treatment list; there are no price increases and we have made some changes to our treatment list and capped some of our treatments that were offered on a flexible pricing tariff.  Our more popular treatments will remain on a flexible tariff to ensure that regular waxers and our clients who maintain their waxing on a regular basis will be charged the lower prices.

Male Waxing – Full Body Waxing  Price List

Male Upper Body Waxing

 Male Full Back Wax- (back, shoulders, neck & top of arms) £30.00-£35.00

 Male Basic Back Wax- (just the back) £25.00

 
 Male Full Chest Wax-(chest & abs) -£30.00-£35.00

 Male Chest Wax-£20.00

 Male Abdominal wax- £20.00

 Male Torso wax (full chest, full back, & underarms) - £60.00

Male Full Arm Wax-(includes underarms & hands)-£ 30.00- £35.00

 Male Lower Body Waxing

 Male Full Leg Wax-(Speedo style includes feet)-£35.00 - £40.00

 Male Lower Half Leg Wax- £20.00
 

Male Face Waxing

Male Eyebrow, Nose & Ear Combination- £25.00 *

Male Waxing - Miscellaneous

These waxing treatments can only be booked with another treatment and are not booked individually.

Male Eyebrow Wax-£12.00 *
Male Nostril Wax-£8.00 *
Male Ear waxing (Inside and out)-£8.00 *

Male Cheekbone Wax - £10.00 *

Male Hairline Wax -£10.00 *

Male Hand Wax-(hands and fingers)-£8.00

Male Feet Wax-£8.00

Male Neck Wax-£10.00 *

Male Underarm Waxing-£10.00 *

Male Half Arm Wax-(Upper)-£10.00

Male Shoulder Wax –(only shoulders) £15.00

Male Intimate Waxing Price List ( Non Strip/Hot Waxing Methods)

MB1- Male Brazilian Wax-(Penis/scrotum/butt/crack)-£50.00

MB2- Male Hollywood Wax-(Brazilian wax with pubic hair removed)-£60.00

MB3- Male Groin Wax-(Penis & Scrotum wax)- £30.00-£35.00

MB4- Male BSC Wax-(Back sack and crack wax)-£65.00-£75.00

MB5- Male CSC Wax-(Full chest, sack and crack wax)-£65.00-75.00

MB6- Male Sack and Crack Wax-(crack, scrotum & penis only)-£40.00

MB7-Male Back & Butt Wax-(back and full buttock wax)-£50.00

MB8-Male Buttock Wax-(butt cheeks and crack)-£30.00

Male Full Body Wax- £150.00 - £180.00

The full body wax includes everything from the brows to the toes.

(Full body waxing includes a full aftercare pack (250ml Tea Tree Skin Wash and 250ml Tea Tree Moisturiser and exfoliating mitts). Not available on Saturdays.

(*) Denotes that hot wax/non strip wax will be used

All male waxing treatments are carried out using Perron Rigot waxes. All new clients will receive a free full aftercare pack which includes written guidelines to ensure that clients maintain their skin properly, a disposable exfoliating mitt and some suitable post waxing cream to apply to the skin. We offer a full range of retail aftercare.

Change Your Style Using Male Intimate Waxing

Years ago, the art of body waxing was usually reserved for women. Later on, escorts, bodybuilders and swimmers began to adopt it slowly. However, these days’ things have changed and many men from all walks of life have discovered and come to love this style.. This is a very safe and easy art of temporarily removing unwanted body hair. Generally the different waxing types include male full body waxing and male intimate waxing.

This technique is now a part of manscaping and grooming. It makes the man more attractive and more desirable. It does this by turning guys into metrosexual males. Metrosexual males appear enlightened, modern and sexy. They also appear stylish, educated, secure, cool and confident. Most guys now do it to please themselves because they have realized its benefits. On top of this, many of them would like to please their partners as many women love the feel and appearance of a hairless body.

This technique usually removes body hair from the roots. After the removal of the hair, it could take between three to six weeks to grow back. This is quite a long time during which a man appears well groomed. He does not also need to go through the time consuming and tiring task of shaving. When hair grows back it is smoother and nice to touch as its texture is finer.

Male intimate waxing is the latest trend in manscaping. This technique has become very popular among all types of men regardless of their profession. Some guys prefer to perform it on their own while others seek the services of qualified and experienced therapists. For best results, the hair in the pubic area should be at 0.25 inches long. It is also important for the client to make himself comfortable before the treatment by wearing loose clean clothing to prevent irritation.

The intimate waxing treatment involves removal of clothes in order to reach all the parts to be waxed. It is therefore important to be relaxed during the entire process. There are various styles to choose from depending on personal taste. The commonest style is the male  Brazilian wax. This style involves removal of hair from the intimate areas. It usually leaves some hair at the front of the genitals but remove all the hair in the middle and behind. There is also back-sac-crack style (BSC) where the hair is removed from the back, shaft, crack, butt, scrotum and perineum.

The other popular style is the Hollywood style. This style usually removes all the hair in the private parts. It involves removing all hair from the front, middle and back of the genitals. The parts that can be waxed using this method include the buttocks, penis, crease of the leg and pubic triangle among other parts.

Clients can have the treatment done by a professional therapist at a studio, salon or a spa. Professionals will make their clients feel relaxed and keep them as comfortable as possible due to their expertise and experience. They do this by using the appropriate techniques, products and tools. It is important to explain to the therapist the desired style for satisfactory results.

This type of male grooming has become so popular due to a number of reasons. Firstly, after the hair is removed the skin becomes smoother and softer to the touch. Guys also feel cleaner and fresher as the technique is hygienic. It is a safe technique that gets easier and even enjoyable after the first time.

This treatment also helps to bring out the metrosexual male. It does this by boosting the appearance, image and self confidence of the man. He also looks sexier and stylish which is something that many women love. His change of style can also help in improving his sexual relationship with his partner. Attracting the opposite sex also becomes easier.

Many men from all walks of life have decided to enjoy the benefits associated with long lasting hair removal from their private parts by adopting male intimate waxing. This is a hygienic and safe way of removing hair from the private parts. It boosts the appearance of the man, makes him sexier and boosts his self confidence.

Wriitten by Jack Dunn - January 2012

Male Waxing Studio London with  male therapist Jack Dunn

How Non Strip Wax Can Provide You With a More Comfortable Form of Hair Removal

Throughout recent years, an increasing number of men have become interested in keeping themselves well-groomed. While a lot of men still would never set foot inside a salon, "manscaping" (also known as the removal of male body hair) is gaining in popularity. While being a furry beast is still preferred by some men (and appreciated by some women), there's nothing wrong with wanting to be smooth all over.

Body hair, at one time, served a purpose; that purpose being to help the body retain heat. Men and women both develop body hair after puberty and this is completely natural. However, today it is no longer a necessary part of survival. Somewhere along the line, human beings began to be offended by unneeded hair growing upon their bodies. Fortunately for these people, there are some relatively simple and pain-free ways to remove it.

Shaving is one of the easiest ways to get rid of body hair. However, there are drawbacks. Stubble grows in quickly after shaving and there is also the threat of razor burn. There are many gadgets on the market to help people rid themselves of body hair, but one of the most sought after approaches is that of body waxing.

There are two basic kinds of waxes for hair removal. One is strip waxing; the other is non-strip (also known as hot-wax). Strip waxing is great at removing large patches of hair on larger parts of the body. With this method, a sticky warm wax is smeared on the area, a paper strip or muslin cloth is applied over it, and the hair is pulled out as the strip is quickly removed.

The non-strip approach is better for removing hair on sensitive parts of the body. There are no  paper strips or cloths applied over this wax; it forms its own strip. There was once a time when hot-wax had to be heated to temperatures that were almost unbearable to the skin. Today, however, this is no longer the case. What was once hot wax is now warm wax, making application much more comfortable.

If you have very course, short hairs, non-strip wax does a great job of grabbing a hold of them. When the wax dries on the body, it shrinks and encapsulates even the tiniest of hairs. It's not as messy as strip-wax, and the procedure for male grooming may end up taking less time. When it comes to pain, having hair yanked out is never comfortable, but many people feel that non-strip wax is more tolerable than strip wax on sensitive skin and therefore a much more suitable method for male intimate waxing treatments.

Jack Dunn Male Grooming 

When the Classic BSC wax becomes the new CSC wax..

As part of our male waxing service we offer an extensive range of male intimate waxing treatment and these include the popular male Brazilian wax , male Hollywood wax and of course the classic BSC wax ( back sack and crack wax).


Traditionally the BSC wax only includes the lower back area as well as the intimate areas however at London Male Waxing we include a full back wax and the choice of a male Brazilian or Hollywood wax and find this combines two popular waxing treatments with a flexible pricing tariff so offers better value for money.

More recently there has been an increase in the number of clients having male intimate waxing treatments and a chest wax at the same time so we decided that we would offer this combination as part of our male intimate waxing treatment list.

So the new CSC wax is now available and it includes a full chest wax and the choice of a male Brazilian or male Hollywood waxing treatment.

With our flexible pricing tariff it means our clients decide how much or how little they wish to include, some clients prefer all the hair removed some don’t.. The choice is yours and at your pre wax consultation you have the opportunity to clarify exactly what you do want.

So to keep things simple we charge the same price so if its a BSC or a CSC they are both priced at £65.00 - £75.00.

Jack Dunn – London Male Waxing

Why I Use Perron Rigot Waxes For All My Male Waxing Treatments

When I was looking at developing my male grooming business after my return to London having lived in Crete for several years, I wanted to provide a male grooming service that offered a range of treatments and wanted to use quality products for all these treatments.

For my male waxing treatments I was introduced to Perron Rigot and started to use the product range. I looked at the various options of waxes provided and I tried several different ones to see which worked best for me and for the needs of my clients. Perron Rigot is one of the more expensive products but I do believe you get what you pay for in terms of quality. I had tested some waxes from other suppliers and whilst these were often okay, I found that Perron Rigot was so much easier to work with and the results were much better. I can speed wax with these waxes and apply a lot of wax to areas in one hit and then remove using strips, I often found in my trials that some other waxes set too quickly so I could not work the same way.

I use the Cristal Ocean wax as my strip wax, it’s a great wax, it is hypoallergenic it works really well for clients with sensitive skin and its rosin free, fragrance free, goes on really thinly and it removes the hair with less trauma. My clients often comment on how more quickly their skin settles after the waxing treatments. Cristal Ocean also comes in a roller cartridge wax in the hypoallergenic range called Cristal Ice. I often prefer to use rollers for male leg waxing treatments. I have tried other strip waxes from Perron Rigot and whilst they were good waxes, Cristal Ocean is the one I prefer and I have decided to use this for all my strip waxing treatments.

Euroblonde, the name speaks for itself it’s a well known and respected non strip wax. Many salons and therapists use this and on the forums used by therapists it’s often highly recommended. I use Euroblonde for my entire non strip waxing treatments including male intimate waxing treatments, face waxing and the delicate areas like underarms. I will use this when I wax parts of the male chest. It goes on well, sets quickly, grips the hair and leaves a smooth finish, exactly what we want. I also use another non strip wax and often this will be Pure, which is their new hypoallergenic wax and like Cristal Ocean, it is really good for those clients with very sensitive skin types.

Their pre and post waxing product ranges are also superior and I use these in all my male waxing treatments. The jasmine oil is a light mineral oil when used before the waxing it provides a more comfortable waxing experience and then applied at the end of the waxing it removes any residual wax whilst moisturising the skin. When applied with basic massage, it makes the difference between just a waxing and a waxing treatment. I also use the Perron Rigot refreshing gel after the male waxing treatments, it contains mimosa leaf and honey so it soothes and cools the skin after the treatments.

When I was in Crete I worked at a luxury spa which had the highest standards for the treatments we provided and I wanted to set up my business using quality products with a high level of customer service. I set up a really nice treatment room from my home, its spacious, clean and bright and laid out professionally with standards that equal any spa or salon.

By using Perron Rigot waxes gives clients an assurance of a quality waxing treatment. My waxing treatment list provides a range of male body waxing treatments, with a flexible tariff so I can ensure value for money treatment - those clients who have regular waxing and clients with partial hair growth often pay the lower pricing tariff.

There are so many male waxing therapists and salons that offer these treatments and as a consumer it is worth looking at the product range they use, the methods they apply and if these methods will offer the customer the best possible waxing experience.... It might be better to pay a little bit more to get the best service. After all often when we shop we apply the same rules - It’s the difference between the budget meat pie and the luxury steak pie!!

Male Hair Removal Treatments And What May Work Best

When a man would like to seek help for unwanted follicles, there are several things that can be tried. Male hair removal treatments could include a few different treatment options. There is laser removal, waxing and sugaring and electrolysis. These procedures may each have their own advantages to using them. A guy who has too much hair on the face, neck, chest or back, may choose to take care of it on a regular basis. Professional procedures at clinics and salons can assist a person with their excessive issue and help them appear furry free in all the right areas.



Laser procedures involve placing a beam of light at the follicle. Over time, the laser beam ends up killing the root. This treatment is effective, however can get costly running a client into the hundreds of pounds. A few sessions may be needed before results are seen for good. The laser works great on certain skin pigmentation and hair color only. The laser could be painful and may change the color of skin if the client has a tanned appearance.



Electrolysis is a form of removal that involves a needle. The needle is used to zap each strand and remove it. The zap feeling could hurt and the procedure may take a while. The length of each session and the number of sessions needed, could cause someone to require many painful sessions.



Waxing is the process of placing a hot wax over the hairy area. Using a cloth or paper strip, the therapist will place the strip onto the hot wax and press firmly down. Once the strip has covered the entire area of wax, the strip is pulled in the opposite direction of growth to remove the hair and the root.



When someone chooses waxing over other procedures there are some good reasons. This method does not have to be done all the time, each session will result in weeks of smooth and hairless skin. With each appointment the hair becomes weaker and less noticeable over time.



There are also no side effects with the wax on the skin. A person will have a slight reddish appearance in the area for a few minutes, but with creams and lotions the redness disappears quickly.



Sugaring involves the same process as waxing, only instead of wax, there is a sugar paste that is used. Some people may find that the wax can pin point easier than the sugar base. The more accurate that the strips can be when taking up strands and roots, the less times it will have to be done.



Male hair removal treatments can come in many forms and types. A person may try a few different kinds of methods before they decide on which one they like the best. It is always a good idea to research each idea first to see if the skin and hair color make a good candidate for the procedure. Looking into side effects could also be a great plan. Waxing is a procedure that removes all of the growth leaving a smooth and glowing appearance. The results of waxing are long lasting and will not cause damage to the skin.