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A simple job worth taking the time to do
As you can see, waxing your floor is not a difficult job, but it’s one that’s worth doing. Whether you’re waxing a newly installed VCT floor or rewaxing an old one to freshen it up, it will give your floor an attractive sheen while also helping protect it against wear, tear and damage.
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Types of Wax Used
First of all, there is soft and hard wax. "Soft wax requires a paper-like strip to be placed on top of the wax to remove it, Petak explains. Because of this, stray hair can be left behind. Still, the method might be beneficial to people with fine hair. On the other hand, hard wax hardens enough on its own to not need this paper strip. "It adheres to the hair, says Petak. "It’s often said that hard wax is a much less painful experience than soft wax for all parts of the body." Pain, however, is subjective, and some experts say hard wax tends to be less painful.
While every waxing studio will have its own steps, most places will follow these steps:
- Cleanse the Skin: Once you are comfortable on the bed, the wax specialist will ensure you are in a comfortable position and begin the cleansing process to remove any lotions, soap residue, sebum, and other impurities from the skin.
- Create a Protective Barrier: The next step is to apply an oil to create a protective barrier on the skin to ensure the wax only sticks to the hair and not your skin.
- Preparing the Wax While Consulting: While your waxer prepares the wax strips and/or warms the wax, you'll have a few minutes to discuss your wishes and ask any questions about the process.
- Hair Removal: Once the wax is ready, your esthetician will begin actually waxing you by applying either wax strips or warmed, hard wax to your skin. They'll then remove the wax strips in quick motions, which is what actually removes the hair. As the waxing continues, you should feel free to let your esthetician know if you'd like a break (or want to stop altogether) or if anything feels wrong. For a bikini wax, the actual waxing process will take about 15 minutes.
- Rejuvenate the Skin: Once the waxing is complete, your esthetician will apply a rejuvenating, moisturizing product to the freshly-waxed skin. It's usually a soothing, cooling gel texture that feels amazing.
Is It Painful To Get A Bikini Wax?
High-quality wax and an experienced esthetician can make the process that much more comfortable. So be sure to attend licensed salons with positive reviews, and request an experienced esthetician for your first time.
As far as aftercare goes, being gentle is the biggest factor to consider. Avoid wearing tight or textured (i.e. lacy) underwear for the first few days and instead opt for comfortable, cotton undergarments that allow your skin to breathe. You'll also want to give the area some gentle exfoliation and moisture.
Breakouts, ingrown hairs, and bumps may also appear after your bikini wax, but the good news is that the proper pre- and post-wax routines can help to prevent them from occurring. For instance, exfoliating the bikini area before your wax and cleansing it afterward will help to reduce the risks of side effects.
Types of Car Wax
Most car wax varieties fall into one of three categories: paste, liquid or spray. Each type has its pros and cons, and the waxing process is slightly different depending on which kind you choose.
Paste Wax
Paste waxes will produce the best shine, last the longest after application, and are harder to waste than liquid or spray waxes, so it’ll be a while before you run out. However, the waxing process will take longer using paste than if you choose one of the other two types as it’s harder to apply, so some patience will be necessary.
Liquid Wax
Liquid wax is easier to use than paste, and if you find a trusted brand, it can last longer after application than it would otherwise. Just make sure you don’t use too much and leave behind large amounts of residue. Excessive residue can make buffing the wax off at the end notably harder.
Spray Wax
Once you’ve weighed your options and chosen your wax, you’re ready to start!
What you’ll need:
- Chemical wax stripper
- Electric floor scrubber or soft-bristled brush
- Bucket
- Rubber gloves
- Mop
- Vacuum cleaner or broom
- Microfiber cloth
- Regular floor cleaning detergent
- Wax
- Tray for wax
- Buffering machine (optional)
Step 1: Remove factory finish or old wax with stripper
The first step is to remove the factory finish or old wax from the floor, which can be done with a chemical stripper.
Start by sweeping the surface with a broom or cleaning it with a vacuum, then mop it with warm water and detergent. Leave it to dry.
Wearing rubber gloves, mix up the stripper in a bucket according to the instructions on the bottle. Pay careful attention to the correct ratios of stripper to water.
Then, using the electric scrubber or the soft-bristled brush, apply the solution and use it to remove the protective factory finish or old wax from the whole floor.
Step 2: Mop the floor again
Next, you need to clean the stripper from the floor.
Start by wiping the floor clean with a dry mop to remove all the stripper and protective finish or old wax that you’ve just removed.
Following this, use the mop again, this time with clean warm water (without detergent) to clean the floor. Let it dry again.
It is important to make sure the floor is perfectly clean and free of dirt, dust and grime before you start applying the wax, so now you need to give it a final check.
Step 4: Apply the wax
