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What Really Happens During a Professional Waxing Appointment (Now Includes Skin Reactions)
What to Expect, Waxing Tools & Products Ruthie Thomas What to Expect, Waxing Tools & Products Ruthie Thomas

What Really Happens During a Professional Waxing Appointment (Now Includes Skin Reactions)

Wondering what really happens during a professional waxing appointment? This guide breaks it down from the first intake form to post-wax skin reactions, so you know exactly what your esthetician is doing, why it matters, and how your skin is likely to respond. At Centered Aesthetics in Oakland, we treat every appointment like the unique skin experience it is. Whether you’re nervous, sensitive, or just curious, this one’s for you.

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Breaking Down Wax Types: Why That Drugstore Kit Isn’t the Same as Salon Wax
Waxing Tools & Products, What to Expect Ruthie Thomas Waxing Tools & Products, What to Expect Ruthie Thomas

Breaking Down Wax Types: Why That Drugstore Kit Isn’t the Same as Salon Wax

Thinking about swapping your esthetician for a DIY wax kit? Before you roll on that drugstore strip, read this. At Centered Aesthetics in Oakland, we break down whether at home waxing is safe compared to professional waxing and why the answer depends on your skin, your tools, and your tolerance for risk. We’re talking bumps, burns, and bacteria vs. clean, quick, and pro-level smooth.

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