Waxing
Mosaic Hair Salon & Medical Spa offers professional waxing in Ottawa for the face and body, from quick eyebrow and lip waxes to full legs, Brazilians, and back treatments. Our experienced technicians use premium wax and careful technique for smooth, long-lasting results with minimal discomfort, all at clear, upfront prices starting at $20.
Waxing
Mosaic Hair Salon & Medical Spa offers professional waxing in Ottawa for the face and body, from quick eyebrow and lip waxes to full legs, Brazilians, and back treatments. Our experienced technicians use premium wax and careful technique for smooth, long-lasting results with minimal discomfort, all at clear, upfront prices starting at $20.
What Is Waxing?
Waxing is a hair removal method in which warm wax is applied to the skin, allowed to grip the hair, and then removed quickly, pulling hair out from the root. Because hair is removed at the root rather than cut at the surface, results typically last three to six weeks. At Mosaic Hair Salon & Medical Spa in Ottawa, waxing services range from $20 for a lip or chin wax to $65 for a full leg wax.
Regular waxing offers benefits beyond smooth skin. With consistent appointments every four to six weeks, hair often grows back finer and sparser, and removal becomes more comfortable over time. Our technicians treat fourteen areas across the face and body, including eyebrows ($22), underarms ($25), bikini ($45), Brazilian ($55), chest ($55), back and shoulders ($60), and full legs ($65), using premium wax suited to each area and skin type.
Waxing is a practical choice for anyone who wants longer-lasting smoothness than shaving without committing to a course of laser sessions. It works on all hair colours, including the blonde and grey hair that laser cannot target, and requires no special preparation beyond letting hair grow to about a quarter inch. Appointments are quick, with most single areas finished in fifteen to thirty minutes, making waxing easy to fit into a lunch break or after work.
Who It's For
How Much Does Waxing Cost in Ottawa?
Waxing at Mosaic Hair Salon & Medical Spa starts at $20 for lips or chin. Facial services include eyebrows at $22 and cheek and neck at $45. For the body, underarms are $25, bikini is $45, Bikini Plus is $50, and a Brazilian is $55. Arms run $45 for a half arm and $55 for a full arm, while legs are $50 for a half leg and $65 for full legs. Chest is $55 and back and shoulders are $60. All prices are flat rates with no hidden fees.
What to Expect During Your Waxing Appointment
Quick Consultation
Your technician confirms the areas you would like treated, asks about skin sensitivities, medications such as retinoids, and any recent sun exposure, then checks that your hair is long enough for the wax to grip, about a quarter inch. This takes only a few minutes and ensures the safest, most comfortable treatment for your skin.
Skin Cleansing and Prep
The area is cleansed to remove oils, lotion, and makeup, then lightly prepped so the wax adheres to the hair rather than the skin. Proper prep is one of the biggest factors in a comfortable wax, reducing irritation and helping hair release cleanly from the root on the first pass.
Waxing in Small Sections
Warm wax is applied in small sections following the direction of hair growth, then removed swiftly against the growth while the skin is held taut. Working in small sections keeps any discomfort brief and allows precise shaping, especially around the brows, upper lip, and bikini line.
Finishing and Shaping
Your technician removes any remaining stray hairs with tweezers and refines the shape as needed. For brows, you can review the result in the mirror before finishing. A soothing post-wax lotion calms the skin and removes residue, and most redness settles within a few hours of your appointment.
Aftercare and Rebooking
Before you leave, you will get simple aftercare instructions: avoid hot baths, saunas, tanning, and heavy exercise for 24 hours, and exfoliate gently after a few days to prevent ingrown hairs. We will also suggest a rebooking window, usually four to six weeks, to keep your results consistent.
The two things that make the biggest difference in a comfortable wax are hair length and skin prep. Come in with about a quarter inch of growth, skip lotion that day, and let me know if you use retinoids. We will tailor the wax and technique to your skin so you leave smooth, not irritated.
Heather · Medical Aesthetician & Wellness Specialist
Your Post-Treatment Guide
Your skin may be slightly sensitive after waxing. These simple steps will help prevent irritation and keep your skin smooth and beautiful.
When to Do What
- Avoid touching the waxed area
- Cool compresses can soothe any warmth
Quick Reference
Do
- Wear loose, breathable clothing
- Apply soothing aloe vera if needed
- Exfoliate regularly to prevent ingrown hairs
- Moisturize daily with gentle products
- Book regular appointments for best results
Avoid
- Touching or scratching the area
- Hot baths, saunas, swimming for 24 hours
- Perfumed products on waxed areas
- Sun exposure without SPF on waxed areas
- Tight clothing that may cause friction
- Shaving between wax appointments
Don't Worry If You Experience...
- •Mild redness (subsides within a few hours)
- •Small red bumps around follicles
- •Slight sensitivity to touch
Please Contact Us If...
- •Signs of infection (pus, increasing redness, fever)
- •Severe irritation lasting more than 48 hours
- •Allergic reaction symptoms
Call us at (613) 558-1697 or visit us at the spa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Waxing and sugaring both remove hair from the root, but they differ in material and technique. Waxing uses warm resin-based wax applied with the direction of hair growth and removed against it, while sugaring uses a body-temperature paste of sugar, lemon, and water applied against growth and flicked off with it. People often choose waxing because it is faster over large areas like legs and backs, grips coarse hair very effectively, and gives crisp definition for eyebrow shaping. Sugaring is gentler on sensitive skin because the paste sticks only to hair. At Mosaic in Ottawa we offer both, with waxing from $20 and sugaring from $25, so you can choose what suits your skin.
Pairs Well With
Mosaic Hair Salon & Medical Spa is located at 2465 St Laurent Blvd in Ottawa, just south of the St Laurent shopping district with free parking on site. We are a quick drive from Elmvale Acres, Alta Vista, and Overbrook, making it easy to fit a wax into your errands or commute. Call (613) 558-1697 to book your waxing appointment.