Author Archives: Simon

1. Embrace the bush during lockdown

   April 24, 2020 11:42 am Comments Off on Embrace the bush during lockdown

   Two words – DON’T SHAVE!

   Waxing slows down and reduces hair growth. Hair also grows much thinner, making it easier to remove and less painful when waxed. Shaving even just once in between waxes will negate all that is gained from waxing and can also irritate follicles causing ingrown hair and prickly hair growth.

   The safest is option is to go ‘full-bush’ and let it all grow out then make an appointment as soon as we are open again but if you can’t deal with not being bare down there, we’ve got some tips on home-waxing.

   How to wax safely at home:

   1. When using any waxing product, it’s important to sanitise the area prior to starting. This will remove any perspiration and bacteria and give a clean base for the product to adhere to without causing irritation
   2. If you’re using a strip wax product, a small amount of talc can be applied as a barrier. Strip wax does adhere quite firmly to the skin, so only go over the area once as repeating the step could remove parts of the skin
   3. If you’re using a hard-wax product please follow the recommended advice from the supplier, it will either be an oil or talc base, again to protect the skin. Hard wax does not stick to the skin it only adheres to the hair; you can wax over the same area twice so long as a small amount of the barrier product is used again. Hard wax is better for sensitive areas such as underarm and bikini as this is terminal hair which is coarser than vellus hair found on your arms and legs
   4. When applying the wax, apply it in the direction of hair growth and remove against the direction of hair growth to give best results and ensure the bulb of your hair is removed from the root
   5. For the best technique ensure that you hold and stretch the skin whilst removing the wax strip to prevent erythema (redness) on the epidermis. An aftercare product can and should be used to close and clean the pores

   While at home waxing might not be ideal, there are still lots of reasons why waxing is the hair removal treatment of choice for many of us.

   Please feel free to message Madison if you would like any advice or guidance on waxing.

   Why not take a look at my Hair Removal Treatment and decide which treatments you’d like to book when the salon reopens.

   Hope to see you all again soon, stay safe, Madison xxx

2. Looking after your nails during lockdown

   April 22, 2020 11:41 am Comments Off on Looking after your nails during lockdown

   Lot of us had our nails done just before we went into lockdown, ladies please don’t pick them off and damage your nails. This is a perfect time to have a break from our regular beauty treatments and give our skin, lashes, nails and hair a rest.

   Soaking off gel nails…

   A step by step guide to help while you are at home. If you have someone at home then this will help to reduce the time but if not don’t worry, it is still possible it may just take a little longer.

   What you will need:

   • A towel as a surface to work on
   • A coarse nail file
   • Cotton pad cut into small pieces
   • Tin foil cut into little squares
   • Acetone (or nail varnish remover with acetone)
   • A cuticle stick
   • Nail buffer
   • Added extra: clear varnish & hand cream

   Procedure:

   1. Lay towel over the surface you are using to protect it
   2. Scratch the surface of the gel with the nail file to remove the shine and break the seal
   3. Dip the cotton wool generously into the acetone, place on the nail and wrap tightly in the foil
   4. Leave for 10-15 mins
   5. Remove foil and cotton wool one nail at a time (if you remove all foils at once the gel will start to re-set)
   6. Scrape away gel making sure it is coming off with ease. If it isn’t re wrap for a couple of minutes
   7. Buff your nails to remove any remainder and to smooth, then file
   8. Apply hand cream
   9. Use cuticle oil daily to add strength and give nourishment to the nails
   10. If you have a nail conditioner/ top coat varnish (OPI nail envy) please apply and re-apply weekly

   At Madison Beauty we offer gel remover packs at £15.00. If you would like one of these sets please message me and I can take payment over the phone and deliver to your door.

   • Acetone
   • Nail file
   • Nail buffer
   • Cuticle sticks
   • Cuticle oil

   I will add in extra cotton wool & foil

   OPI Nail Envy £18.00

   Please feel free to message me if you would like any guidance on gel nail removal.

   Why not take a look at my Nail Care Treatments and decide what you’d like to book when the salon reopens and if you’re in need of some nail inspo check out the Bio Sculpture in my gallery!

   Hope to see you all again soon, stay safe, Madison xxx