Who Ever Said Going to Brazil Would Be Fun...

...Well maybe going to Brazil would be amazing but, getting a Brazilian wax was a whole other story.  This experience was like being captured by Santa and tortured until you told him where the kids left the cookies and milk.  No, really it was that intense!   The whole entire time I'm asking Maggie, the specialist, what makes someone come up with this stuff; she's actually from Brazil and even she didn't have the slightest idea.  LOL.  My friend Daniela (http://eyesofacouturier.wordpress.com) came with me for moral support but, ended up taking the journey with me; a total trooper.  Kudos to you Daniela,  you're totally a rock star. Thanks for joining me in this experience. ;)

The journey began at the European Wax Center, where the wax is made from wax beads that are melted down and once the wax hardens on the surface, it gets pulled off.  This particular type of wax is much better than using the wax with tape, because it doesn't actually pull the skin. In addition, they never double dip so there's no bacteria left in the wax pot from the previous customer; now that's crucial.  The staff that welcomed us upon entering the place were super bubbly and they made you feel like your experience would feel just fine, even though you kept in the back of your mind you would be screaming like a baby crying for some milk.  One of the ladies at the front even mentioned that before she started working there she was opposed to getting waxed repeatedly but, after a while she caved and now she does full body waxing on a regular basis.  I'm not sure if that will EVER be my story but, it was nice to know that some people really do enjoy this type of thing. 

Overall, the process took about 20 - 30 minutes and through out you really just feel a stinging, once the wax was removed.  Was it painful?  Yes, but you get through it.  Maggie told me it would be just fine the 2nd time around, I sure hope she's right because I already booked my next appointment.  Oh my, could I become a fan of waxing, LOL, it's too soon to tell.

Thanks to the staff @ European Wax Center on Washington Street in Jersey City.  You guys are a live crowd and give great customer service.  Thanks for an unforgettable 1st time experience and an extra thank you to Maggie for making the experience extra special.

After the visit to "Brazil" Daniela and I had brunch at Marco & Pepe, one of my favorite places in JC for french toast.  Daniela even loved the french toast, now that's a first because she's hardly ever a fan of the food I recommend.  ;) 

Until the next journey, enjoy the photos.

Blessings Always,

Samiyyah