Frequently Asked Questions
Q Can I get waxed if...?
A: There are many concerns that prohibit waxing, these include but are not limited to: Acne medications both oral and topical, tanning bed use, chemical peels and microdermabrasion, antibiotics, Diabetes, skin and blood thinning medications, sunburns and damaged skin.
Do not use a chemical peel or microdermabrasion for seven days before your waxing appointment.
Wait two years after a chemical peel from a physician.
Do not tan the day of your wax or two days following.
Those taking acne medication or those with other conditions or medication which thin the blood and skin should not be waxed.
Q: What should I do after a wax?
A: Limit exposure to hot baths, exfoliates, and deodorants for 24 hours. Do not sunbath or use a tanning bed for two days. Wait two weeks for a chemical peel or microdermabrasion.
After 24 hours exfoliate and moisturize to combat ingrown hairs.
Q: Does waxing hurt?
A: Yes and no. This entirely depends on an individual's level of pain tolerance. We implement methods to minimize pain, but there will be some discomfort. Women may also experience a heightened sense of pain during and slightly before or after their period.
Q: Can I get a facials, massages, nails, and waxing the same day?
A: Of course! Facials or massages will be done first followed by other services.
Q: Do gel polishes damage your nail?
A: Not if they are applied properly and removed properly. When gel polish is peeled off if can result in a damaged nail plate.
Q: Can you cut my cuticles?
A: Yes, however, the cuticle is only the dead skin on your nail plate, it is not the small fold of skin that is crescent shaped or horseshoe shaped at the base. This is living tissue and should NOT be cut.
Q: Can my child get nail extensions?
I do not personally recommend nail extensions for anyone below the age of 15, though it is up to parent discretion. Younger children especially tend to be much rougher on their nails than adults or older teenagers so tend to get more breakage and nails "popping off." Additionally, because of changing hormones they may be more prone to lifting as well. Press on nails (that do not use glue) are a good alternative for young teens or children for events as they are easier to remove and do not cause as much damage if they are broken off.
Q: Do UV or LED lights cause cancer?
A: There has been no study proving that UV or LED lamps increase risk of cancer. In fact, many studies show the opposite-the spectrum of light produces by salon lamps and the amount of it they output is so small they pose less risk than sitting in the sun for the same amount of time! A ten minute session under a UV lamp equaled less than 3 seconds of extra UV-B exposure and less than 3 minutes of UV-A. You'll actually have a higher risk of getting skin cancer from the sunny drive home than the nail appointment!
Q: How sanitary are you?
A: All tools are washed and sanitized in germicidal disinfectant after every use. Porous tools such as files and buffers are disposed of after each use. Pedicures use disposable liners so you're never sharing a dirty basin with someone else.
Q: Can I get a pedicure if I have warts, open cuts, etc?
A: That depends on the level of open cuts and warts. Services may not be performed at the Tech's discretion if a threat to client safety is present.
Q: Can you remove my ingrown nail?
A: If there is a nail that is slightly stuck we may be able to wiggle it out, however, skin cannot be cut as per Wisconsin State Law.
Q: Should I shave my legs before my pedicure?
A: It is not recommended to shave your legs for 24 hours before your appointment as it can lead to sensitivity and exposure of micro-cuts to bacteria from soaking in the same water your feet are in.
Q: Do you do nail art?
A: Yes! I offer a variety of nail art including hand drawn designs, stamping, gems, and glitter.