Bare SD

Bare SD offers waxing for women and men in San Diego, from small areas like the lip, eyebrows and chin to full-body work such as full back, full arms and the Brazilian or Manzilian. The business describes itself as a premier destination for luxurious waxing, which is its own claim.

The studio specializes in first-time Brazilian and Manzilian waxes and says the experience is virtually painless. Each client is treated under a strict sanitation and disinfection protocol, and the wax used is hypoallergenic.

Visits are booked online. Appointments are required, and booking asks for a full name, email, phone number and credit card. A confirmation appears as soon as a date and time are chosen. Hours run Monday through Friday, with the studio closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

To get the best results, hair should be at least about a quarter inch long, roughly the length of a grain of rice. Clients are advised to avoid caffeine and alcohol two to four hours beforehand and to wear loose clothing. Waxing is recommended every four to six weeks, and a schedule is set at the first visit. Prices can be higher for longer or thicker hair.

Changes made less than 12 hours before an appointment are charged 50% of the scheduled service, as are no-call no-shows. These fees are non-refundable. Clients who arrive more than 7 minutes late may not have time for the full service and may be treated as last-minute cancellations.

Each client is treated under a strict sanitation and disinfection protocol, using hypoallergenic wax.