Waxing and skincare FAQ

A Brazilian wax at The Guest House is $80. A Brazilian plus underarm wax is $100. Brazilian waxes paired with a corrective skincare treatment run $110 to $160.

New clients can book a Brazilian for $49 from October 8 to November 8, 2026.

A bikini wax removes hair from the front only. A Brazilian removes hair from the front and the back. A bikini line wax removes only the hair that shows outside your underwear.

Most clients stay smooth for 4 to 6 weeks. We recommend booking every 4 to 6 weeks so hair stays on a consistent growth cycle, which usually makes each wax quicker and more comfortable.

You will feel some discomfort, mostly on a first visit. We use an all-natural wax made for sensitive skin and work quickly. Many first-time clients tell us it hurt less than they expected, and it usually gets easier with regular appointments. Numbing cream can be added to the Brightening and Illuminating treatment.

Yes. We walk you through each step before we start, keep the visit private and professional, and work quickly. First-time clients regularly mention in reviews that it was easier than they expected.

Let hair grow to about a quarter inch, roughly the length of a grain of rice. Shower, skip lotions and oils on the area that day, and wear loose, breathable clothing. Avoid exfoliating, tanning and retinoid products on the area for a couple of days before.

For 24 to 48 hours, skip hot tubs, saunas, heavy workouts, tight clothing and fragranced products on the area. After that, exfoliate gently a few times a week and keep the skin moisturized to help prevent ingrown hairs.

We treat ingrown hairs in the studio with extractions, high frequency and hydrating or brightening treatments, and we show you how to care for the area at home. Good options are the Brazilian Wax + Skin Like Glass Treatment ($125), the Brazilian Wax + Brightening and Illuminating Treatment ($135), or The Hooded Lady Vajacial ($65) between waxes.

Yes. Hyperpigmentation in intimate areas and underarms is one of our specialties. Treatments include the Brazilian Wax + Hyperpigmentation Mask ($120), Brightening and Illuminating ($135), Nanoneedling ($135), and an Underarm Wax + Brightening treatment ($55). Results build over a series of visits, and we will recommend a plan for your skin.

A vajacial is a facial for the bikini area. Ours, The Hooded Lady Vajacial ($65), cleanses, hydrates and uses high frequency to target ingrown hairs, then finishes with a soothing hydrojelly mask. Extractions are done as needed.

Book it 7 to 10 days after your wax. It cannot be done on the same day as a wax.

Yes. Men's waxing is available, including a men's half arm wax for $49. Ask about other areas when you book.

We are at 2301 Silas Deane Highway, Unit 6, Rocky Hill, CT 06067, on the Silas Deane Highway. Free parking is in front of the building. Please use the front door. We are a short drive from Wethersfield, Cromwell, Newington, Glastonbury, Berlin, Middletown and Hartford.

Thursday and Friday 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Appointments are booked online through Vagaro.

Book online through Vagaro, where you can see live availability and get text and email reminders. You can also call or text (860) 374-1193, email contact@theguesthousect.com, or message @theguesthousect on Instagram.

Cancellations with less than 24 hours' notice, or on the same day, are charged 50% of the service. No-call, no-show appointments are charged 75% of the service. Please confirm your reminders in the Vagaro app.

Cash, debit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express. Some services can be paid in installments with Affirm when you book on Vagaro.

The studio is adults only, so please arrange childcare for your appointment.

Yes. The Guest House mentorship program offers hands-on waxing training and business mentorship. Start with a free 15-minute phone consultation, which you can book on Vagaro.