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.

The Difference Between Strip Waxing and Non Strip Waxing Methods

I often get calls from new clients asking the difference between strip and non strip waxing methods and which method of waxing is best suited to the male intimate waxing treatments such as the male Brazilian wax or the classic BSC wax (back sack and crack wax).


Strip waxing methods are great for general male body waxing – back, legs arms and the chest etc and the method involves the application of a warm wax using a spatula and then some strips of paper or fabric are applied to the area and rubbed firmly so that the wax will adhere to the strip and once removed the hair will be removed with the strip.

Non strip waxing methods are great for the intimate waxing treatments and the more sensitive areas like underarms, some parts of the chest, the neck and throat and all the face waxing (brows, ears and nostril waxing).Wax the texture of honey is applied directly to the hair and as it sets it will shrink wrap the hair and will be much easier to remove in the more sensitive areas. No strips are used with this wax hence the term non strip waxing, although across the industry this method can also be known as “hot wax” or “Brazilian wax”.

There are therapists who prefer to work with their own methods of waxing and will achieve the end result. For me I much prefer to use non strip waxing methods for male intimate waxing treatments as I find this the most comfortable and the most painless method of waxing.

As a customer I have experienced both methods and since having it carried out with non strip waxing methods I would never have it done any other way. The skin is sensitive in these areas and I find male intimate waxing with strip wax very very unpleasant... one word sums it up... ouch!!... This is my opinion and one shared by a lot of my customers who have also experienced both methods.

I only use Perron Rigot waxes and they are one of the best waxes on the market and I also use their hypoallergenic range to offer the best quality waxing with minimum reaction on the skin.

So guys in answer to all those queries I only use non strip waxing methods for my male Brazilians, Hollywood’s and back sack and crack waxes.. I hope this clarifies the difference in the methods

Jack Dunn

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!!

The Male Basic Back Waxing Treatment

Male Back Waxing Treatment – The New Basic Back Wax


As part of my male waxing service my most popular male body waxing treatment is the men’s back wax.

Within this I provide a range of back waxing options; a full back wax is generally the most popular and this includes the full back, shoulders, neck and the hair on the top of the arms.

Some guys book an upper or a lower back wax at times and this is generally an add on waxing treatment when clients are having a chest wax etc.

I have a few clients who really only need a basic male back wax treatment, which means that they don’t need any hair removed from the shoulders, arms or the neck.

As I offer a flexible tariff with all my more popular male waxing treatments I have now added a Male Basic Back Wax to my treatment list, it is priced at £25.00 and will include the upper and lower back only, any clients that require the other parts of the back waxed should book the full back wax.

All the back waxing options and prices are all listed on my website

Jack Dunn  – Male Grooming Therapist

Why a Flexible Pricing Tariff Works Better For Male Waxing Treatments

Why a Flexible Pricing Tariff Works Better For Male Waxing Treatments




As a therapist I see many clients for male waxing treatments and these clients are a variety of shapes, sizes, some male clients have a little bit of hair to be removed and for some, it’s a bit like a forest!!.. Also there are those clients that maintain their hair removal treatment on a regular programme so it’s finer hair follicles and much easier and quicker to remove.

In my opinion I find that one price does not fit all and that having a flexible pricing tariff offers male waxing clients a better value for money. More hair removal often equals more products and more preparation time and less hair equals fewer products and less time so for me it makes sense to reflect this in your price list.

On my most popular male waxing treatments, this approach seems to work and I find that clients are generally much happier with this than having a fixed price tariff. There are salons and therapists that agree with this pricing structure and there are some that don’t. With a fixed pricing tariff, from the therapists point it probably balances out, using more product and time on some and less on others.

With the flexible pricing tariff it allows you to offer a more bespoke waxing service. For example, male back waxing is often one of the most popular male grooming treatments and a lot of therapists now offer clients several options. I offer a range of male back waxing options. My full back wax allows clients to include their neck hair, shoulders the front as well as the back and tops of the arms. The hair can be blended to create a more natural line. With the flexible tariff they may ask for hair to be removed to the elbow, or may require some hair removed from the front of the neck, so the flexibility allows for me to provide the service they want and to charge them accordingly.

I am extending my range of back waxing treatments to include a basic back wax and this will be for those clients who only require the upper and lower back wax and who don’t want any hair removed from the neck arms shoulders etc, so they only pay for a basic back wax. This will be added onto my price list shortly.

When a new client books a male waxing appointment, I confirm the booking but state that the flexible tariff will apply, and once I have carried out the consultation with the client and agreed exactly what is to be included, the amount of hair and preparation involved then I will confirm the actual cost.

The other benefit of course is that clients know that they will not be charged above a certain amount, so they can arrive in the knowledge that their treatment will not exceed the upper price limit quoted for that particular treatment. On average most clients fall into the lower to middle price range with only a very few clients hitting the higher price.


My full back wax treatment is charged between £30-40 , and my new basic back wax will be offered at £25.00 . Details of my back waxes ( and all my othe popular male waxing treatments) are all listed on my website.

Jack Dunn - http://www.london-male-waxing.com/

Male Back Waxing - What's Included In Your Treatment

Male Back Waxing – What’s included within your back waxing treatment.




As both a consumer of male back waxing treatments and a male waxing therapist I have experienced so many variations of a men’s back wax treatment across London.

I have had back waxing that never included the shoulders, waxing that did not include the hair on the back of the neck, and I have also had waxing where the top of the arms have not been included...

So as a waxing therapist I offer my male back waxing treatment with a more bespoke or tailored option and I find these suits the needs of most of my clients.

I find that like me most men want to include the shoulders the neck and the arms within their treatment, so I have a flexible tariff within my treatment list (this is for most of my waxing treatments not just the back wax) .

Waxing is very much an individual thing and no two clients are ever the same, some men have loads of body hair and the treatment takes longer and more waxing is required, and then there are those clients who don’t have very much body hair, or those clients who carry out regular maintenance waxing and the hair growth is kept to the minimum. For these very reasons I find that a flexible pricing option gives the fairest price, and this seems too work.

In my opinion it certainly is an industry where one price does not fit all!!...

My back waxing treatment involves a consultation to agree exactly which areas you want waxed, if it’s to include the neck shoulders arms etc. Then I will trim any excess hair prior to the waxing (only if the hair is very long, and I prefer to trim rather than the clients as i know the best length required). When I wax the back I often get my clients to lay on their sides so I can create a more natural line between the chest and the back, and most of us men have a few strays hairs that are neither chest or back, and often best removed. I also get my clients to sit up so I can wax the shoulders and the neck so again creating a natural line and I always check with clients how they want their shoulders and arm hair waxed, it really is a very individual thing.



I carry out my waxing with a range of hypoallergenic waxes from Perron Rigot, and the range includes the pre and post cleansing and moisturising. I only use Perron Rigot waxes, they are the one of the best waxes on the market, and they offer an excellent waxing experience with minimum trauma on the skin.

One of my favourite products from Perron Rigot is their Jasmine oil, it’s a refined mineral oil that I use at the beginning as a barrier so that the wax clings to the hair and not the skin, it really makes a big difference on the skin, talc used to be used, but it’s really a very old fashioned way of waxing and most of the waxing companies now offer a range of oils to use.. I also use the oil at the end of the treatment as it removes any residual waxes left after the treatment and soothes and moisturises the skin.

At the end of my waxing treatments I use a natural tea tree moisturiser to soothe the skin.

My aftercare pack includes a written good practice sheet for my clients, a nylon disposable exfoliating glove to get them started, some Thalgo body scrub and a sample of a tea tree moisturiser. Often with new clients men don’t know how they should maintain their skin after waxing, so I explain this as we go along, and when they leave they know the best ways to look after their new freshly waxed skin. Often when I have had waxing I have never had any aftercare advice given to me, so I realise the importance of this and ensure all my clients leave with a good understanding.. Its then up to them if they decide to follow the guidelines or not!!...

Jack Dunn – London Male Waxing Islington

Back Waxing

Men’s Intimate Waxing in London- The Classic Male Back Sack and Crack -Male Intimate Waxing Treatment....Otherwise known as the BSC...

Male intimate Brazilian waxing is known by many names including: male Brazilian waxing, male Hollywood waxing, Sunga waxing, Boyzilian waxing, the back sack and crack waxing, extreme male waxing, Boykini... these are some of the more popular industry definitions...

At London Male Waxing it’s simply called “The Male Brazilian “... and within that I offer a selection of variations that should cater for most clients...

As a male therapist , having experienced intimate waxing myself as a client I understand the treatment, and offer a first class waxing service within a professional comfortable environment for male clients, a home male waxing studio in London N1

There are many benefits to having male intimate waxing: increased confidence, hygiene, to enhance your personal grooming... whatever your reason I can provide these specialised treatment, within an affordable flexible pricing tariff.

I use quality waxing products, the Perron Rigot waxes from the Thalgo group, and I also provide a free aftercare pack, as it is very important to ensure that you keep these areas clean moisturised and to enhance your maintenance regime... This after care pack will include a tube of sterex cream, an exfoliating glove, some suitable body scrub, as well as the obligatory written after care guidelines....

Trained by UK industry experts, and working in line with Uk Occupational Standards, as set out by Habia, I am fully insured, qualified and experienced in this field....
My intimate waxing prices for men are based on a flexible tariff, as some clients have regular intimate waxing so the lower prices will apply, and the same for men with partial hair growth, in terms of value for money, one price does not fit all...

Mens Intimate Waxing Price List

• The Full Male Brazilian Waxing – £40- 50
This includes hair removal from the groin, penis, scrotum, lower back, buttocks and the crack. Have as much hair removed from the front, all off, or clipped /waxed to a landing strip... your choice.. Often known as the male Brazilian waxing or male Hollywood waxing.

• The Front Male Brazilian Area - £25- 30
This includes the hair removal from the groin, penis and the scrotum area, and the lower stomach area, if it’s in the style of a Hollywood waxing...

• The Full Male Buttock Waxing - £25.00
Well it does what it says on the tin... The buttocks lower back area, and the crack...

• The Male Buttocks - £15.00
Just the buttocks on the outside, to include the lower back area...

• The Male Crack Wax - £15.00
Just the hair removal from the inside of the buttocks...

• The Male Scrotum Waxing - £15.00
Just the waxing of the scrotum

• Penis Waxing - £15.00
Just the waxing of the penis

• The Male Back & Butt Wax - £50.00
A full male back wax and a full male buttock waxing

• The Classic BSC – Back Sack & Crack Wax - £60-70
One of the most popular men’s waxing combinations...
Includes a full back wax, and a full male Brazilian waxing...

Jack – 0782 566 9116
Home Waxing Studio London N1
www.london-male-waxing.com
www.jd-spa-therapies.com