Waxing in Saskatoon

Many Canadian salons offer haircutting, hair colour, balayage, blowouts, scalp care, nail services, waxing, brow and lash treatments, facials, and bridal beauty services. Individual profiles show exactly which services each salon provides.

Pricing shifts with rent, local demand, stylist experience, treatment complexity, and the product lines a salon carries. Large metro areas often have broader price ranges than smaller cities.

During a waxing appointment, warm or strip wax is applied to the skin and removed to pull hair out from the root. The esthetician cleanses the area first, applies the wax, removes it quickly, and then soothes the skin. The full process for a small area like the brows takes 10 to 15 minutes.

Let your hair grow to at least a quarter inch before your appointment so the wax can grip it properly. Avoid exfoliating the area and skip self-tanner or sunscreen on the day of the service. Let the salon know about any medications or skin sensitivities that could affect the treatment.

After waxing, avoid tight clothing, hot baths, sun exposure, and exercise for 24 hours. The skin may be sensitive and pink right after the appointment. Use a gentle, fragrance-free lotion if needed. Avoid exfoliating for a day or two.

Waxing prices in Canada start around $15 for a small area like the upper lip and go up to $80 to $95 for larger services like a full leg or Brazilian. Brow waxing usually costs $20 to $35. Prices vary by salon and city.