"I educate my clients on how to look after their skin, and I send them home with a routine that consists of exfoliation gloves and my favorite pre- and post-wax cream, Finipil Lait 50," states Shae Jackson. Picture by April Greer. 1309 King St., Alexandria; 703-535-7875 Aida Fekir Brazilian bikini wax $60, classic swimsuit wax $40, eyebrows $22.
While still technically a wax, sugaring is, some say, gentler on sensitive skin. You won't get much compassion if you wince, Fekir isn't going to hold your handbut you will discover her treatment reasonably pain-free. "I love Aida for her old-European, no-nonsense bedside way."2315 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-337-8048 Eliza Ramos Ramos's $45 Brazilian is one of the most inexpensive around.
If you decide to go through the process of a Brazilian swimsuit wax, there's nothing more disappointing than discovering afterward that there are still hairs. That's not the case with Ramos, who comes from Brazil and wins marks for her completely-bare-and-then-some abilities. "She never ever misses out on an area. She's where you go when you wish to feel great you have actually gotten the smoothest wax possible."1519 Wisconsin Ave., NW; 202-525-2613 Shae Jackson Brazilian swimwear wax $84, timeless swimwear wax $50, eyebrows $36.
It's personal and pristine, and her favorable ambiance makes for easy discussion and extremely little awkwardness. A fantastic sign: Numerous of Jackson's consumers are other beauty-industry pros, from facialists and makeup artists to hairdressers. " Did you see this? has a breathing method she'll teach you that honestly aids with the discomfort; it's a great diversion."5520 Connecticut Ave., NW; 202-537-6046 Vesna Stojanovic Brazilian bikini wax $80, traditional swimwear wax $50, eyebrows $27 to $35.
Thanks to her own homemade waxa mix of important oils and beeswaxher method is quick and painless, and the results leave customers without ingrown hair. "Vesna's technique makes the procedure more comfortable than the majority of, and she has me out of there in under 15 minutes."3109 M St., NW; 202-342-0944 Semra Tanrikulu Brazilian bikini wax $70, classic swimsuit wax $50, eyebrows $35 to $45.