Facial sides waxing at Mesmerising Beauty targets the areas from your temples down to your jawline, including sideburns and any unwanted hair along the sides of your face. This treatment removes fine peach fuzz, coarser sideburn hair, and stray hairs that can make facial contours appear less defined. We focus on the area between your ear and the outer edge of your eyebrow, extending down to where your sideburns naturally end. The service creates clean, smooth sides that enhance your facial structure and provide better definition to your features. Our experienced therapists work with your natural face shape to determine the most flattering treatment area, removing unwanted hair while maintaining a natural appearance. This treatment does not include eyebrow shaping, upper lip, or chin areas—those are separate services. The sides waxing is particularly popular among clients who want to eliminate fuzzy sideburns, create cleaner facial lines for updos and ponytails, or achieve a more polished appearance. At our Gosforth salon, we customize the treatment to your specific needs and preferences.

Facial sides waxing typically involves moderate discomfort that varies depending on your individual pain tolerance and hair type. The sides of the face have varying hair textures—fine peach fuzz causes minimal discomfort, while coarser sideburn hair may cause more sensation during removal. Most clients describe the feeling as a quick, sharp pull that's over within seconds, followed by immediate relief. At Mesmerising Beauty in Gosforth, we use premium facial waxes specifically formulated for sensitive skin, which significantly reduces irritation and discomfort compared to body waxes. Our wax is warmed to a comfortable temperature—never too hot—ensuring a gentler experience. Our trained therapists employ professional techniques to work quickly and efficiently, minimizing the time hair is pulled and reducing overall discomfort. First-time waxing clients may experience slightly more sensitivity as their skin adjusts to the treatment, but this typically decreases with regular appointments as hair becomes finer and skin adapts. We apply a cooling, soothing gel immediately after waxing to calm any redness or sensitivity. The entire process takes just 10 minutes, so any discomfort is brief. If you have concerns about pain or skin sensitivity, please mention this during your consultation so we can adjust our approach accordingly.

Sides waxing at Mesmerising Beauty takes approximately 10 minutes from start to finish, making it a convenient treatment that fits easily into your schedule. Your appointment begins with a brief 2-minute consultation where our therapist assesses your skin type, discusses your desired results, and identifies any areas of concern or sensitivity. We then spend about 2 minutes cleansing the treatment area thoroughly to remove makeup, oils, sunscreen, and any other products that could interfere with wax adhesion. The actual waxing process, including application and removal on both sides of your face, takes approximately 4 minutes. We work methodically to ensure complete hair removal while maintaining precision and care. Following wax removal, we apply a soothing, cooling aftercare product for about 2 minutes to calm the skin and reduce any temporary redness or sensitivity. Despite the quick timeframe, we never rush through your treatment or compromise on quality and precision. The 10-minute appointment is perfect for lunch breaks, quick stops while running errands in Gosforth, or before events when you want to look polished and well-groomed. Our convenient High Street location in Gosforth makes it easy to pop in for regular appointments, and you can book recurring sessions to maintain consistently smooth results.

Proper preparation ensures the best results and most comfortable experience during facial sides waxing. First, allow your hair to grow to at least 2-3mm in length—approximately 1-2 weeks of growth after shaving or your last waxing session. This length ensures the wax can grip hair effectively for complete removal from the root. Avoid using retinol products, AHA/BHA acids, or strong exfoliating treatments on your face for 48 hours before your appointment, as these can make skin more sensitive and prone to irritation. Come to your appointment with clean, makeup-free skin, or arrive a few minutes early so we can properly cleanse the treatment area. Remove all foundation, sunscreen, and skincare products from the sides of your face before arriving. If you're concerned about sensitivity, avoid consuming caffeine and alcohol for 4-6 hours before treatment, as these can increase blood flow to the skin and heighten sensitivity. If possible, schedule your appointment when you're not menstruating, as hormonal fluctuations during your period can make skin more reactive to waxing. Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, or sunburn for at least 24 hours before your appointment—sun-damaged or sunburned skin should never be waxed. If you have active acne, rashes, cold sores, or any skin infection on the sides of your face, please reschedule your appointment. Contact our Gosforth salon at 0191 285 5055 with any preparation questions or concerns.

Proper aftercare is essential for maintaining smooth, healthy skin and preventing irritation after facial sides waxing. For the first 24 hours after treatment, avoid touching the waxed areas with unwashed hands to prevent bacterial transfer that could lead to breakouts or infection. Don't apply makeup, heavy moisturizers, or fragranced skincare products to the treated sides of your face for at least 6 hours—your pores need time to close and recover. Avoid hot showers, steam rooms, saunas, and vigorous exercise for 24 hours, as heat and perspiration can irritate freshly waxed skin and potentially cause inflammation or folliculitis. Stay out of direct sunlight and always apply broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher when going outdoors, as waxed skin is significantly more vulnerable to sun damage, burning, and hyperpigmentation. Avoid swimming in chlorinated pools or ocean water for 24 hours, as both can cause substantial irritation to freshly waxed, sensitive skin. Don't use exfoliating scrubs, retinol products, or chemical peels on the treated area for 48-72 hours after waxing. If you experience redness or mild sensitivity, apply a cold compress or pure aloe vera gel to soothe the skin—some redness is normal and typically subsides within 2-4 hours. After 48 hours, you can begin gently exfoliating 2-3 times weekly to help prevent ingrown hairs. Avoid sleeping on the treated side of your face for the first night if possible. If you experience persistent redness, bumps, or any concerns, contact Mesmerising Beauty in Gosforth at 0191 285 5055.

For optimal results with facial sides waxing, your hair should be at least 2-3mm long—roughly the length of a grain of rice or about 1-2 weeks of growth after shaving or your previous waxing treatment. This minimum length allows the wax to grip the hair shaft properly, ensuring complete removal from the follicle rather than breaking at the surface level. Hair that's too short will likely break off during waxing rather than being pulled from the root, resulting in quicker regrowth, potential stubble, and less smooth results overall. If your sideburn or facial side hair is longer than 5-6mm, we may trim it slightly before waxing to reduce discomfort during removal and ensure even wax application. If you've been regularly shaving the sides of your face and are switching to waxing for the first time, you'll need to endure approximately 2 weeks of hair growth without any removal methods. This waiting period can feel uncomfortable, but it's essential for achieving the best waxing results and establishing a successful long-term waxing routine. Between waxing appointments, resist any temptation to pluck, tweeze, shave, or use depilatory creams on stray hairs, as these methods disrupt the natural growth cycle and will make your subsequent waxing treatments less effective. Regular waxing appointments every 4-6 weeks help maintain hair in a consistent growth pattern, eventually leading to finer regrowth and easier treatments. When booking your appointment at our Gosforth salon, our experienced therapists can assess whether your current hair length is suitable or advise if you need to wait longer before treatment.

For consistently smooth, well-groomed results, most clients benefit from scheduling facial sides waxing every 4-6 weeks. Individual hair growth rates vary significantly based on genetics, hormonal factors, age, ethnicity, and personal biology, so your optimal frequency may differ from others. After your first treatment, you'll typically begin noticing regrowth around week 3-4, though the new hair will be noticeably finer, softer, and less visible than before waxing. Maintaining regular appointments every 4-6 weeks helps synchronize your hair growth cycles, which eventually results in sparser, finer regrowth that becomes progressively easier to manage with each treatment. Some clients with slower hair growth find they can comfortably extend time between appointments to 6-8 weeks after several months of consistent treatments, while others with faster growth prefer appointments every 4 weeks. It's crucial to avoid tweezing, plucking, threading, or shaving between your scheduled waxing appointments, as these alternative methods disrupt the synchronized growth cycle and significantly reduce the long-term benefits of regular waxing. If you have a special event, wedding, or important occasion approaching, schedule your sides waxing appointment 2-3 days beforehand to ensure any temporary redness subsides completely while still enjoying smooth, polished results for your event. For clients new to facial waxing, we recommend booking appointments every 4 weeks for the first 3-4 sessions to establish a consistent maintenance routine and achieve optimal results. At £8 per session at Mesmerising Beauty in Gosforth, sides waxing is an affordable addition to your regular beauty routine.