If you’re thinking about booking your first male intimate wax, it’s perfectly normal to feel a little nervous.
In fact, one of the most common things we hear from first-time clients is:
“I don’t know what to expect.”
At nkd, we’ve specialised in male intimate waxing for more than 17 years and have carried out thousands of treatments for clients from all walks of life. We’ve written this guide to explain exactly what happens during a typical appointment, so you can arrive feeling informed, relaxed and confident.
Whilst every client is different, a full male Brazilian or Hollywood wax at nkd usually takes around 45 minutes.
Here’s exactly what you can expect.
Before your appointment
Unlike many salons, we don’t simply wait for you to arrive.
Before your first appointment, our Salon Manager will give you a quick telephone call, usually lasting around five minutes.
This is an opportunity for us to introduce ourselves, answer any initial questions you may have and make sure you’re fully prepared for your appointment.
We’ll also ask a few pre-treatment consultation questions, such as:
- Have you been waxed before?
- How do you currently remove your hair?
When did you last shave or wax? - Are you taking any medication?
- Is there anything about your skin or general health we should know before your appointment?
This conversation helps us ensure that your treatment is suitable and allows us to provide the best possible experience from the moment you arrive.
Please make every effort to take this call. Without it, we may not be able to proceed with your appointment.
Following the call, we’ll email you a consultation form. Wherever possible, we ask that you complete this before arriving at the salon, giving your therapist the opportunity to review your answers before your appointment begins.
If you’re still preparing for your appointment, you may also find our guide to How to Prepare for Your Male Intimate Wax helpful.
Arriving at the salon
When you arrive, you’ll be welcomed by our reception team before your therapist introduces herself and takes you through to your private treatment room.
Your therapist will review your consultation form with you, discuss anything that may affect your treatment and answer any questions you may have before getting started.
She’ll also confirm exactly which treatment you’re having, whether that’s a Hollywood (complete hair removal), a Brazilian (leaving a strip of hair) or another variation.
This is the perfect opportunity to ask any last-minute questions before your treatment begins.
Getting ready
Your therapist will then leave the treatment room, giving you complete privacy to get ready.
Before your appointment, we ask that you arrive freshly showered or washed wherever possible, wearing clean underwear. This helps us maintain the highest standards of hygiene and ensures the treatment is as comfortable as possible for both you and your therapist.
You’ll also find fresh tea tree cleansing wipes in the treatment room, allowing you to freshen the area immediately before your treatment if you wish.
You’ll be asked to remove your clothing from the waist down, including your underwear.
Unlike some salons, nkd does not use disposable paper pants during male intimate waxing.
Whilst they may appear to offer more modesty, they actually prevent us from accessing the treatment area properly, slow the treatment down and can result in hairs being missed.
Instead, you’ll find a freshly laundered towel on the treatment bed, which you can use to cover yourself until your therapist returns.
Please don’t feel embarrassed.
Our therapists carry out intimate waxing treatments every single day. To them, your appointment is simply another professional treatment, and they’ll do everything they can to help you feel comfortable throughout.
Once you’re ready, your therapist will knock before re-entering the room.
Preparing your skin
Before any waxing begins, your therapist will put on a fresh pair of disposable gloves.
She’ll position the towel to maintain your modesty whilst ensuring she has access to the area she’s working on.
Your skin will then be cleansed and sanitised before a protective oil is applied.
This is an important step that many clients don’t realise happens.
The oil creates a protective barrier on the skin, helping the wax grip the hair rather than the skin itself. This not only improves the quality of the wax but also helps reduce unnecessary discomfort.
Only once your skin has been properly prepared will the waxing begin.
The waxing process
At nkd, we use hot wax (non-strip wax) for all male intimate waxing treatments.
Unlike traditional strip wax, hot wax hardens around the hair before being removed without the use of paper strips. This makes it far gentler on delicate intimate skin whilst providing effective hair removal.
Your treatment will usually begin with you lying comfortably on your front, allowing your therapist to remove the hair from around the buttocks and surrounding areas first. Once this stage has been completed, you’ll be asked to turn over so the remaining intimate areas can be treated.
Throughout the appointment, your therapist will explain exactly what she’s doing, which area she’s moving to next and what products she’s using. There should never be any surprises.
One of the biggest differences between a specialist waxing therapist and a less experienced therapist is the size of each wax application.
At nkd, we deliberately work with small, controlled applications of wax.
Although this requires more skill and attention to detail, it allows us to remove the hair more comfortably and precisely than applying large sections of wax in one go.
Occasionally, a few stubborn hairs may need removing with tweezers to achieve the best possible finish.
During the treatment, your therapist may occasionally ask you to make small adjustments to your position or to help gently stretch the skin. These simple changes allow us to work more accurately, improve your results and help minimise discomfort.
During your appointment
Every client is different.
Some people enjoy chatting throughout the appointment, whilst others prefer to relax quietly.
Your therapist will naturally follow your lead.
Whether you’re chatting about your holiday, concentrating on your breathing or scrolling through your phone to distract yourself, that’s absolutely fine.
If you do choose to use your phone during the treatment, we simply ask that you’re able to give your therapist your full attention whenever she needs you to change position or help stretch the skin.
One question we’re frequently asked is what happens if a client gets an erection during treatment.
Because it’s such a common concern, we’ve written a separate guide dedicated entirely to this subject:
What Happens If I Get an Erection During My Male Intimate Wax?
The finishing touches
Once all of the hair has been removed, your therapist will remove any remaining traces of wax before applying soothing professional aftercare products suitable for freshly waxed skin to calm, moisturise and protect your skin.
If you’re having a Brazilian rather than a Hollywood, your therapist will then perfect the shape of your landing strip, discussing the width and appearance with you to ensure you’re happy with the finished result.
Before your treatment is complete, you’ll be offered the opportunity to check the results yourself using a mirror if you wish.
This is entirely optional, but we actively encourage it.
Occasionally, clients can spot the odd remaining hair from their own viewpoint that is difficult for the therapist to see from hers. If that happens, we’d much rather remove it there and then before your appointment finishes than have you discover it when you get home.
After your treatment
Once you’re happy with the results, your therapist will leave the room so you can get dressed in private.
Throughout your appointment, your therapist will share practical aftercare advice to help your skin recover and achieve the best possible results. Before you leave, she’ll recap the key points, recommend suitable aftercare products where appropriate and discuss maintaining a regular waxing routine.
For a complete guide to looking after your skin, including exercise, swimming, exfoliation, cleansing, moisturising and preventing ingrown hairs, read our Male Intimate Wax Aftercare Guide.
Once you’re dressed, your therapist will take you back to reception, where our front of house team will be happy to arrange your next appointment.
Can I bring someone with me?
This is another question we’re regularly asked.
The answer is no.
Male intimate waxing appointments are carried out on a one-to-one basis between you and your therapist.
We do not permit partners, friends or other companions to accompany clients into the treatment room during intimate waxing appointments.
This policy helps us maintain a professional environment and protects the privacy of both our clients and our therapists.
Our commitment to professionalism
At nkd, we understand that booking your first male intimate wax can feel like a big step.
Our aim is to make your appointment comfortable, respectful and professional from beginning to end.
We also expect the same professionalism from every client attending the salon.
Before your first appointment, we recommend taking a few moments to read our Professional Conduct Policy for Male Intimate Waxing Clients, which explains the standards of behaviour we expect during every appointment and why these policies are so important in protecting both our clients and our therapists.
Once you’ve had your first appointment, we think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by just how straightforward, professional and routine the experience really is.
Most first-time clients leave wondering why they were ever nervous in the first place.
Related guides
If you’re preparing for your first appointment, you may also find these guides helpful:
- How to Prepare for Your Male Intimate Wax
- Does Male Intimate Waxing Hurt?
- Male Intimate Wax Aftercare
- What If I Get an Erection During a Male Intimate Wax?
- Professional Conduct Policy for Male Intimate Waxing Clients
Ready to book?
If you’re considering your first male intimate wax, we hope this guide has helped you understand exactly what to expect.
At nkd, we’ve been helping first-time clients feel comfortable and confident for more than 17 years. From your pre-appointment consultation through to your aftercare advice, our aim is to provide a professional, respectful experience from beginning to end.
Book your male intimate waxing appointment today and take the first step towards smoother skin with confidence.
