Please come to your appointment with clean skin. Exfoliate every 2-3 days and moisturize daily leading up to your appointment - especially the night before. Avoid caffeine and Advil the day of your wax as this can cause excess pin point bleeding.
I primarily use hard wax, although for some areas like legs and backs I use a mix of hard and soft wax. All product I use is hypoallergenic and safe for all areas.
Before opening Alchemy Wax Studio, I worked for a corporate waxing chain. In the 2 years I worked there, I performed 5,000+ services and had fantastic reviews. Now at my studio, you can see my google reviews and hear what others have to say.
I am licensed, my business is licensed and I take sanitation and continuing education seriously. I'm barbicide certified in sanitation and have taken a masterclass in hybrid brow tinting.
Depends!
Everyone has a unique pain tolerance. Clients usually tell me it wasn't as bad as they expected. I wax quickly so it'll be over before you know it!
Exfoliate 3x/week and moisturize daily. During your appointment I'm happy to go over aftercare that will best suit your needs.
Yes, there is a large parking lot that almost never fills up.
I am located at 2714 Dekalb Pike in East Norriton inside the Phenix Salon Suites. (Across from Big Lots)
I accept all major credit cards and apple pay. Cash is accepted but I do not carry change so please prepare accordingly.
I do not accept venmo or zelle as payment.

Exfoliate 2-3x/week and moisturize daily leading up to your appointment. Hair needs to be at least 1/4 inch long which is typically 2-3 weeks of growth to get started with waxing.
For your comfort, wear loose fitting clothing to your appointment.
Everybody has a unique pain tolerance, so it's hard to give you a truthful answer. Most people say it's not as bad as they hyped it up to be.
The first wax is always the hardest and they get MUCH easier after your hair begins to grow back thinner.
Absolutely!
You must wear a tampon or cup for me to service you during your period. I have fresh tampons and wipes available in the studio for your comfort and convenience.
Be mindful that you may be slightly more sensitive to pain during menstruation.
They don't. I promise.
Since we're on the topic.. All bodies do normal human body things. I am not judging you for your cellulite, moles, c-section scars, hairy legs or pedicured toes... and no, your hemorrhoids won't get in my way.
This is a safe place to exist in a human body without critique or shame.
Keep your skin clean and dry by following the 3-s rule for 24 hours.
No swimming, sweating or sex.
Do not resume exfoliating until the 3 day mark after your wax.
1/4 of an inch.
If you are currently a shaver, this will take 2-3 weeks (3 weeks is ideal).
If you're rockin' a bush - come as you are! No trimming please.