What​‍​‌‍​‍‌ is funny is the fact that every few weeks, a person who looks a bit lost comes into our salon. Their eyes are darting around as if they were looking for a hidden ​‍​‌‍​‍‌door. And almost every time, the first thing they whisper is something like… “Uh, do you all do waxing for men? I could not find many places around Aurora that actually mention it.”

We get it. Men​‍​‌‍​‍‌ grooming their bodies is not a matter that people laugh at or that is kept in secret anymore. A growing number of males are going for hair-free, soft skin as it gives them a sense of confidence, comfort, and freshness. However, in several towns, such as Aurora, it seems that you have to go on a treasure hunt to find a salon that can wax your male body in the right ​‍​‌‍​‍‌way.

So we figured… why not clear the air a little? If you are wondering where to go, what to expect, and whether male waxing is even common around here, let us just talk about it like normal people.

Yes, male waxing is very real… and a lot more popular than people think

There is this old idea floating around that waxing is only for women. Not true at all. In fact, a study from the American Spa Industry Report mentioned that male waxing services have grown steadily in the last decade… especially back, chest, and shoulder waxing. And we have seen that trend right here in Aurora too.

Men have all sorts of reasons for wanting to get waxed. Athletes say it helps them with performance and hygiene. Some just enjoy having smooth skin. Others are tired of shaving every other day or dealing with ingrowns that drive them crazy. And many, honestly, just want a tidy, clean look.

So if you are one of those men wondering if waxing is “normal”… yes, it absolutely is.

Not every salon handles male waxing… and there is a reason for that

Here is something people do not talk about enough: waxing men requires proper training. Men often have coarser, denser hair, and sometimes thicker skin in certain areas. The technique is not exactly the same as waxing women. You need someone who understands direction of growth, the right type of wax, how to handle sensitive zones, and how to pull without causing unnecessary pain.

That is probably why you have noticed that a lot of salons in and around Aurora do not advertise it.

And honestly… if a salon does not list male waxing clearly, it usually means it is not their specialty.

So before booking anywhere, always check for:

• Clean workspace
• Proper waxing products
• Privacy
• Technician experience
• Good hygiene practices
• And yes… someone who actually knows how to talk you through the process instead of rushing it

Because, let us face it… nobody wants a bad waxing story.

Does male waxing hurt? Let us be real about it

We will give it to you straight. Waxing is not a casual stroll, sure, but it is also not torture. Often, it is your nerves doing the heavy lifting… not the wax.

Here is something interesting we have noticed… men often expect the absolute worst, and then halfway through they say, “Oh, that is it? I thought it would be way worse.”

There was even a skin-care study a while back that found people feel less pain during waxing when they understand the process and know what to expect. Meaning… half the fear is mental.

And remember… the more regularly you wax, the less it hurts because the hair grows back softer.

Why men actually prefer waxing over shaving

People always ask… “Is waxing really better than shaving for guys?”

Yes,​‍​‌‍​‍‌ shaving is indeed quick, but the regrowth will be fast, and your skin will be prickly. Hair removal by waxing is done from the root, so it means that the skin will be smooth for 3 or 4 weeks. In addition, waxing almost excludes the possibility of the appearance of razor bumps. If you have ever had the experience of razor bumps on your chest or back, then you understand perfectly why men are making a ​‍​‌‍​‍‌switch.

We also hear this a lot from clients… they feel cleaner and more confident after a proper waxing session. Many say sweat odors decrease because hair traps heat and bacteria. And honestly, that makes sense. Dermatologists have mentioned this before in discussions about hygiene and hair density.

So if you are considering waxing for comfort or cleanliness, you are not alone at all.

So… where in Aurora can men get waxing done properly?

Let us just put it out there… good male waxing requires skill, privacy, proper wax, and someone who genuinely understands the job. And yes… Aurora has a place for that.

At Yen Nails Aurora, we welcome men for waxing all the time. We​‍​‌‍​‍‌ do not hesitate to show you how much we love your body by treating your chest, back, shoulders, arms, stomach, and practically every other part with the highest care, professionalism, and the kind of calming and comforting explanation that normally helps the client to relax. 

Our team is competent, we use gentle techniques, and our location is clean and ​‍​‌‍​‍‌friendly. It is a fact that you should not experience any kind of embarrassment or uncertainty when entering a salon, particularly when it is for a routine like ​‍​‌‍​‍‌grooming.

So if you have been searching all over the place for male waxing services around Aurora… your search is actually much easier than you think.

When you are ready for smooth, clean, low-maintenance skin, just reach out.

Book your male waxing session at Yen Nails Aurora today… let us show you what professional grooming for men should feel like.