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I need to go waxing before I go on holiday. I live in London and need to find a very good salon, because once I went to a random one and ended up with a bacterial infection all over my legs. It doesn’t matter if it costs a hundred pounds or so, I just want a premium and reliable salon. Any suggestions?…

This place is great:http://www.the-berkeley.co.uk/health_beauty.aspx?id=1314

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Have a look at this site , there appears to be several places you could try

http://www.upmystreet.com/UK/findmynearest/health-and-beauty/beauty-salons-and-products/results/in/surrey/Croydon-3714.html

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Besides haircuts and manicures, men and women are splurging for even more. Even in this economy, people are paying big bucks for cosmetic laser treatments such as:

•    Laser Hair Removal
•    Restylane and Juvederm Facial Injections
•    Microderm Abrasion
•    Tattoo Removal
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Cosmetic Hair Removal Price Comparison Verses the Waxing Salon
•    $50-$150 for a bikini/ back/leg wax   
•    $225-$2,000 for laser hair removal for bikini/ back/ legs

Cosmetic Photo Facial Verses Facial at the Salon
•    $500-$1000 for Photofacial
•    $50-100 for salon facial

Beauty School Verses Laser School
•    $3,000-$5,000 for beauty school
•    $4000 laser school

The pricing for beauty school is comparable to that of laser school. Graduates of laser school can expect to pay off their student loan faster than graduates of beauty school, where their salary is often less than the salary of laser school graduates.

When it comes to elective procedures like being hair-free or tattoo free that make people feel good about themselves, it doesn’t matter the price, people will pay for it. Nothing proves this fact more than looking at the enrollment rate of students at laser schools and the expansions of medical spas nation and world-wide. For a large majority of the nation, expensive salon treatments are definitely low on the priority list, but when it comes to being hair free or tattoo free for one’s wedding, or beach vacation, there are some things like peace of mind that you can’t put a price on.

Melissa Peterman
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The thought of waxing a body part can sometimes make people wince. Women who are familiar with the procedure know full well the feeling of having the wax removed from a body part; it is forever ingrained after the first pull. Why do people go through with such a painful hair removal procedure? Time is the biggest factor. Waxing removes hair for up to a month at a time which is highly desirable for people on the move. 10 minutes of discomfort is nothing when you take into account the advantages of not shaving or plucking every day.

Waxing is a fairly simple hair removal procedure. It involves spreading hot wax over the part of the body you want hair removed from. A strip of cloth is then placed over the area and allowed to connect itself to the cooling wax. Once the wax has reached the right temperature, the cloth is pulled off in a quick motion, taking with it the wax, hair, and root all at the same time.

Hot wax feels a little uncomfortable when it is applied but ask anyone who has gone through the procedure and they will tell you the hair extraction is the painful part of the action. Grown men who commonly wax their backs or chests will tell you of the intense discomfort associated with having a hair pulled out from the root. Women who frequent the beach during the summer months or who exercise regularly in skimpy clothing will tell you too of the discomfort associated with removing pubic hairs from the root. Why do people go through this pain? Is there an easier way to remove excess body hair?

The biggest advantage to waxing is the time it takes for the hair to grow back. Normally it takes hairs from 4 to 8 weeks to return to the point where you need to repeat the process. When the hairs grow back in, they are normally softer and finer than before. Repeated waxing might eventually make the hairs so fine and soft that they never grow back in. This does not happen always but can be a huge selling point. Women might spend 5 minutes a day shaving their legs which is about 30 minutes a week. Imagine telling a person they could save 2 hours a month in the bathroom by going through this procedure. It is a no brainer for some people who are very busy. Shaving every day can be a hassle for many people, it takes time and patience to shave every morning. Waxing provides a safe alternative to daily shaving habits and any other method used to remove hair.

Sugaring is a newer form of form of hair removal that is very similar to waxing. The substance used to remove the wax in this instance is a sugar mixture close to the texture of a caramel like sauce. The benefit is that it is easier to clean up than regular wax. A little water on the area where the hair was removed and its clean.

There are some negative side effects associated with waxing. Ingrown hairs, red bumps, rashes, and in some cases bleeding can occur after the procedure. This is more common among hairy men who go through the procedure since their strands are generally thicker and stronger. Short hair is easier to remove considering its proximity to the root. The first few procedures may produce the most skin issues but continued waxing will lead to softer and finer hair which should decrease the side effects.

Women might feel embarrassed going to a hair salon and having their private region waxed. Women need to assess this feeling themselves and decide on a regular waxing technician that they feel comfortable with if this is an issue. Home beauty supplies do sell some products that remove hair using wax. Home kits are cheaper than a salon appointment but the margin of error and the chances of developing skin related issues are higher when the removal process is not done by a professional.

Lastly, the price of waxing can be a deterrent to some. Select body waxes can cost upwards of fifty dollars which will make most people think twice. It might boil down to how valuable people consider there time to be.

Waxing as a whole is a safe alternative to shaving or plucking. Each person might have his or her own reason for choosing this procedure but as a whole, time will be the biggest factor in the decision. Most people who go through with this process crave the once per month hair treatment removal process over shaving daily.

Martha Fitzharris
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If you could provide me the names of the parlours and their rates it would be of much help to me.
I was unable to find the appropriate one in google

Hi Pinky B,

Brazilian waxing is something which is still not much in fashion. But ofcourse its catching up mainly in the metros. Frankly speaking there is not much salons in Chennai offering Brazilian waxing for women. Anyways you can try out this link – http://chennai.88db.com/maa/Services/Ad_search.listing?O=post&Q=waxing&SearchType=0
to find out a list of salons specialized in all kinds of waxing methods. Better call them up and decide.

Hope it helps!!!!!!!!

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this is because i’m 12. my moms kows i have a mustach and she knows how i felel about it. don’t even think about cutting it. long story.
plcking doesn’t work and bleaching is a n no . i’m medium coloresd with black hair

You didn’t say that your mom would object to plucking out the hair with tweezers. That might be the best way.

Name the saloon and Place within blore

THere are so many unisex saloons in blore. But not all do waxing for men I believe

y the hell do u want to do that!!

Teenage years are tough, especially if you have a young daughter. This is the time when she experiences too many changes both bodily and emotionally. This is when she grapples with academic pressure. There is also peer pressure to look good and appear ‘with it’ and to belong. There will be times when she will feel that she isn’t attractive enough, her nose is too long, her hair too short and her hips too huge. This can cause great damage to her self-esteem and crush her. While you nourish her talent, shower her with love and point out that she’s a wonderful, lovable human being with a lot of blessings to be thankful for, you could help her with her appearance with the tricks only you know.

A growing girl can rely on her mother to help her develop into a strong woman with a good self-image. With growing consciousness about womanhood and femininity, your young daughter will feel the need to look good. As a mother you play a key role in helping her develop her sense of style and beauty. As she grows, hormonal imbalances will give rise to skin problems and other beauty hassles.

TALK TO HER ABOUT THE PHYSICAL CHANGES

By the time your daughter is 12, she will start noticing the changes in her

body. She would feel herself growing and be conscious of body hair. She may notice her arms and legs becoming bigger, breasts growing and the waist becoming slimmer. Instead of making her feel that she needs to hide herself, you need to make her feel proud of her growing femininity during this awkward phase.

With her breasts developing, ease her into wearing a bra. Today, there exist many brands that make bras specifically for growing girls. Help her choose the right bra from those ranges. Let her tryout various styles that will give her the right support and avoid sagging in future. Be sure that it sits comfortably on her when she is trying out the bras. The fit should be smooth and not too tight. Do not buy a bra that puckers or squeezes her breasts, leaving bulges of flesh poking out around the sides.

HELP HER WITH SKIN CARE

According to beauty and skin care experts and even dermatologists, by the time girls become 12-13 years old, it is important to inculcate a good skincare regime. Since girls enter puberty and menstruate by this age, their skin experiences many ups and downs. A good skin care regime at this age will make sure she has clear blemish-free skin as she grows into adulthood.

With the onslaught of hormonal changes, there is extra secretion of sebum in young skin, which makes it oilier. So girls with normal skin experience oiliness, dry skin can give rise to T-Zone and oily skin can experience eruptions and significant breakouts.

The first step to starting a skin care regime is with the cleanser. The right cleanser can balance the oil production in the skin and wash away dirt and grime, the key culprit behind the outbreak of acne. Research shows that more than an oily diet or stress, pollutants in the environment and dirt give rise to pimples as they clog the pores.

To fight regular oiliness, give your daughter a soap-free foaming cleanser. Make sure that this cleanser does not strip her skin of too much oil, which can actually trigger an increase in sebum production. If her skin feels sensitive, then an oil-control cleansing cream is a better option. If she has acne-prone skin, consider washes that contain salicylic acid to control oil production. Look for medicated face cleansers that have benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid to treat pimples or glycolic acid to rid skin of dead skin cells. If your daughter suffers from excessively greasy skin, then give her an alcohol-free toner that will close and tighten her pores. And in no condition should she squeeze her pimples or zits that can lead to permanent scarring of the skin.

Post-toning, teach her to protect her skin with a gel-based sunscreen. This will protect her skin from pollutants as well as the sun’s harmful rays, which can exacerbate oil production

and, in turn, acne. Look for a sunscreen with at least SPF 15 in it. At night, ask her to use a light oil-free moisturiser to keep it soft and avoid dry flakes. A light moisturiser will do; she does not need separate creams for eyes. Stop her, if she wants to bleach her skin, since it can hurt existing pimples and cause damage to the young skin.

You can give her homemade masks once in 15 days to cleanse the skin from inside. A mask made of sandalwood and milk or yoghurt is gentle on young skin. Do not buy her cosmetic masks, as they are meant for more mature skin. Encourage her to drink a lot of water, as this washes out toxins from inside. Give her, her daily dose of fresh fruits and vegetables that supply the skin with nutrients and help the body develop well.

INTRODUCE HER TO MAKE-UP

With today’s increasing exposure to international fashion and beauty trends, girls are becoming conscious of make-up at a younger age than the earlier generation. In fact, many want to start using make-up earlier than you would like or approve. Since teenage years are when girls tend to revolt against restrictions, it is a good idea to let her have a few good quality make-up products. While you can be strict about the no-makeup rule with 12-14-year-olds, by the time they turn 15, you may find yourself giving in to their demands. Let them use a nude lip gloss and maybe beige eye shadow.

She can use these when going out with friends or to a party, but make sure she is clean-faced when boarding the school bus. Emphasise on the beauty of natural skin colour and complexion; make her feel good about her fresh looks. A bit of encouragement about her beauty will not only get her on your side but help in building her self-esteem as well. In fact, she will appreciate it if you initiate her into the world of make-up with the gift of a make-up product. Be her guide, when she goes shopping for make-up. For a 16-year-old, 3-4 make-up items are ideal to own. A pearly or creamy lipstick or a clear lip gloss, translucent powder, clear mascara, a two-in-one powder (that works as blush and eye shadow) is enough for her make-up bag. When it comes to colours, sheer colours are ideal for teenage girls. A red lipstick or the smoky-eyed look is a strict no-no.

They are for mature women; make her see that. According to make-up artist Bobbi Brown who recently wrote her book on teen beauty, dark make-up is a definite no-no. Young girls, especially the ones starting college, look best with sheer colours. Help your daughter choose a lipstick with pink or peach undertones. Pinkish nudes are ideal for young girls; while they play up the skin tone, they are subtle enough to look natural. The idea is to help her enhance her natural complexion rather than hide flaws. This is the time when due to hyperactive hormones and acne outbreaks, young girls may have blemishes that they may want to hide when going to college. Teach her to use a stick foundation and a light dust of powder to hide her blemishes. Your daughter may be using braces; they tend to dry the lips; so encourage her to use a tinted lip balm that will add soft colour to her lips while keeping them moisturised.

When they reach 16 or 17, many girls, will want to shape their eyebrows or be worried about body hair. While you can hold her back on eyebrows till she finishes school, encourage her to keep her underarms clean by waxing the area or using a good hair remover for sensitive skin. If you feel your daughter has excessive body hair, she can start with waxing her legs at around 16. Maybe you can relent before her farewell from high school and let her get her eyebrows done and arms and legs waxed.

TELL HER ABOUT INNER BEAUTY

During the teen years, skin breakouts, changes in complexion, blemishes, the changing body shape and menstruation can make your young girl go into a state of stress. You may find her trying to battle these changes or developing low self-esteem about her looks. She may feel ugly, awkward and unattractive. Combined with this is peer pressure, where other girls might stress her out with different versions of what is ideal for her age.

As a mother, your role in helping her develop a strong self-image becomes essential. You will need to spend some quality time and talk to her. Explain the changes that will make her a beautiful woman. How you treat her growing body will eventually develop her self-image. Make her feel loved and appreciated through this phase of change. Go with her every step to make her see herself in a positive light. Finally, stress that she is beautiful for what she is and not just how she looks. With this little help from you, your young daughter is bound to grow into a beautiful young woman.

Michael Douglas
http://www.articlesbase.com/parenting-articles/beauty-secrets-mothers-must-reveal-to-daughters-130390.html

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