Waxing? - Edited

MikesBride2B Posted: Oct 01, 2009 10:43 AM

Waxing? - Edited

So now I'm realizing that maybe I should get my eyebrows waxed for my epics tomorrow. My eyebrows are pretty light and they are actually a good shape naturally, but I've got a cow lick on the left one and they could definitely use some neatening up.

Thing is I've only gotten them waxed once in my entire life...and I really don't remember how red I was afterwards and for how long.

If I get them done in the morning do you think that I'll be alright for our pictures at 5pm? I'm getting my makeup done at 2:30 if that helps. Also my skin is dry and I am not prone to zits or anything like that (if its relevant).

TIA!

ETA: Do you girls know of any threading places that are close to Glen Cove (north shore of Nassau)...I am definitely not going to be able to get this done today, and I want to minimize my chances of being red!

JAAMS Posted: Oct 01, 2009 10:47 AM

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Hmmm I THINK so. I personally have never waxed, but I'm trying to think of my friends that do...

A couple of my friends w/ really fair skin usually have red marks for a few hours after

Lsorrent Posted: Oct 01, 2009 10:48 AM

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You'd be better off if you could get it done today.

Clover23 Posted: Oct 01, 2009 10:49 AM

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I don't know.... I personally wouldn't chance it if you don't do it regularly. I got mine waxed on a Sunday about 3 weeks ago. 4 days later I still had red bumps - that area of my body is just not used to it (I haven't gotten them waxed in like 4 years). I don't have that problem even with my bikini wax.

I don't want to scare you - I just thought you should know my experience... because you asked

MrsHandsome2Be Posted: Oct 01, 2009 10:51 AM

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i'd go today... & maybe you should try threading... i am fair skin too and when i wax they get extremely red.. when i thread its not as bad

blessed18 Posted: Oct 01, 2009 10:57 AM

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definitely do it today!! you dont want to take any chances. my friend swells up a bit so just do it today. they will still look nice tomorrow.

AngnShaun Posted: Oct 01, 2009 10:58 AM

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I would do it today, asap... My skin isnt fair and the redness only lasts for a little while on me... but ive always been able to cover it with makeup if i needed to

christine2010 Posted: Oct 01, 2009 10:59 AM

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lucky you!!! i have the get my eyebrows waxed every 5 days, but since i don't have the time or money i settle for every Saturday. & if i miss a week i look horrible. this has been since i was 13. it $ucks big time.

everyone's skin is different, however since you are soo light you should try & go today. cold aloe can help reduce the redness.

GiannisWifey Posted: Oct 01, 2009 11:14 AM

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IMO, if you have to get them waxed, go today. This gives you plenty of time for redness to go away. I have been waxing my eyebrows for years and eventhough my skin is probably used to it by now, I still get red for a while after I leave the salon.

Also, I TOTALLY recommend threading, just not my lady, lol. I tried it after I got burned waxing once and I hardly ever get waxed anymore (unless its an emergency).....threading kind of hurts, I won't lie, but not anymore than waxing. Also, it ensures that you won't get burned or your skin won't break out if you are allergic to the wax!

HTH

KatieG2010 Posted: Oct 01, 2009 11:28 AM

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Posted by MrsHandsome2Be

i'd go today... & maybe you should try threading... i am fair skin too and when i wax they get extremely red.. when i thread its not as bad

Mee too... I suggest threading as well.

MikesBride2B Posted: Oct 01, 2009 11:43 AM

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Anyone know of anyone that does threading around the Glen Cove/Sea Cliff/Glen Head/Greenvale area?? I really don't think I'm going to be able to go today...I gotta get FSD and then I have school tonight.

asg450 Posted: Oct 01, 2009 12:14 PM

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You don't know how your skin is going to react, you may get red bumps on your forehead if you don't normally wax. It would be much better to get them done soon and not the day of the epics.

grkbarbie Posted: Oct 01, 2009 12:17 PM

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go to roosevelt field mall.. downstairs basement nail salon.. its grimmey but MAY is awesome. tell her just pluck and thread.

im going tomorrow for pluck thread and wax (yes, all 3 for my eyebrows)

JLWSJC Posted: Oct 01, 2009 12:19 PM

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Posted by MrsHandsome2Be

i'd go today... & maybe you should try threading... i am fair skin too and when i wax they get extremely red.. when i thread its not as bad

ITA

Honestly though, I just pluck my eyebrows rather than go get them done anymore. I have a strong natural shape and I just pluck the strays underneath. Carefully, so I don't mess up the shape.

Im_My_Own_Princess Posted: Oct 01, 2009 12:50 PM

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get threaded, its a lot healthier and less risky.
IF (big IF) you were to have any sort of reaction to the wax, you don't know how long you'll have said reaction, I used to get waxed every two weeks, sometimes I'd be red for 5 minutes, 5 hours, even 5 days (yea, not cool, dumb chick)
at least with threading, they're not PULLING on the skin and there's no chemicals involved.
just go in, say 'its my first time, i think i need a touch-up' and they'll walk you through it.

mbscheer Posted: Oct 01, 2009 01:06 PM

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If you can go today I would and then put neosporin (spelling sorry). I get VERY red and this helps me.

2010bride2010 Posted: Oct 01, 2009 01:30 PM

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I personally wouldnt get them done the same day. I am normally red for about a day afterwards.

01ELLIE Posted: Oct 01, 2009 01:32 PM

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i looooove threading...i would never go back to waxing! too many issues...skin gets irritated, they can easily mess up...to me i think threading gives you a more natural look but it depends on how much eyebrows you're working with! but if you have to get them waxed i agree with most of the girls and say get it done today!

all of the threading places i go to are in floral park/bellrose Queens...sorry i cant be of much help!

CappyGirl Posted: Oct 01, 2009 01:33 PM

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I use Sara at DiRosa in Franklin Square - not too far from you - really good at threading. I can't get waxed, my skin is too sensitive and this has been the answer. She's great.