When friends told me a revolution in waxing was about to land on my Hong Kong door step I simply had to give it a try.  The words ‘pain free’ and ‘chocolate wax’ were music to my ears so I promptly booked myself an appointment at the uber cool ‘Strip’ salon on Lyndhurst Terrace.  Until I stepped foot in the door I had no idea that Strip was a global waxing phenomenon with outlets in Singapore, London and New York to name a few.  I immediately felt robbed, us Hong Kong gals have clearly been missing out…..

The salon itself looks more like a shop than a beauty parlor, I actually walked right past it and had to call for directions (clearly a blonde moment!)  The interior is slick and modern giving the salon a trendy and creative edge.  On arrival I was invited to peruse a selection of after wax products ranging from ‘Ice Cream’ to ‘X’ed Out’ all aimed at preventing the inevitable in-grown hair or after wax skin irritation.  All quite gimmicky but why not make waxing light hearted and fun.

I was promptly whisked downstairs by a friendly and enthusiastic waxing technician.  I chuckled as I lay down on the bed and there above me shining in all its glory was a strip light!  Super bright and cleverly positioned to ensure that hairs could be efficiently removed from every nook and cranny!

The wax itself smelt delish, a combination of berries and chocolate…yummy.  The therapist quickly got to work by applying warm chocolate wax to my skin, after the wax set she swiftly stripped it off and to my delight the pain was minimal.  Now ladies, I am no stranger to a Brazilian, for the last 10 years therapists from all over the world have been creatively plucking and preening this delicate area and I can honestly say this was one of the least painful waxing experiences of my life.

So book yourself in and go see for yourself but make sure you set aside a good 40 minutes as the perfect landing strip cannot be rushed – it is an art.  Go on, indulge me and give Strip a try…..Victoria Beckham has!

Where
17 Lyndhurst Terrace,
Central,
tel +852 2845 0838
www.strip.com.hk

How much?
Check out the Strip menu here.

Brazilian waxing ladies – $380HKD
Boyzilian waxing men -   $500HKD

SPECIAL OFFER.  Strip is offering 50% off to first a-la-carte waxing and IPL treatments for BBHK customers until the end of August 2010