*Ang*
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Hi ladies - has anyone got or used one of these phd units for their waxing? I'm not sure whether to take the plunge and get one or stick with the traditional wax pot and spatulas. Any advice appreciated
PhD Wax system (Ellisons)
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sparklybits
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Hi Angie
I have both the wax pot and my PHD which I love makes a good old leg wax fasted and less mess
hope this helps
Mouffloncake
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I use both PhD & wax pot. I love using the PhD tubes, it is a really fast & clean method & my clients like it also.
Just a word of warning tho.....
After about 18months, my PhD heater started playing up. I have since heard a few people complain of the short life of the heater.
It wasn't heating the tubes so well & I (very stupidly) had to give them a quick, & I mean quick, zap in the microwave.
As I took the tubes from the microwave, a jet of boiling wax hit me on the face & I ended up with 1st & 2nd degree, rather large, burns.
The burns & plastics specialists are amazed that my face has healed without a scar.
So 2 important things here: 1) NEVER put things into microwaves which shouldnt be put in; 2) Fix faulty equipment or replace it as soon as it goes wrong!
OK, So I ended up binning the old heater & having to buy a replacement, but the waxing system itself I find is good.
x
Just a word of warning tho.....
After about 18months, my PhD heater started playing up. I have since heard a few people complain of the short life of the heater.
It wasn't heating the tubes so well & I (very stupidly) had to give them a quick, & I mean quick, zap in the microwave.
As I took the tubes from the microwave, a jet of boiling wax hit me on the face & I ended up with 1st & 2nd degree, rather large, burns.
The burns & plastics specialists are amazed that my face has healed without a scar.
So 2 important things here: 1) NEVER put things into microwaves which shouldnt be put in; 2) Fix faulty equipment or replace it as soon as it goes wrong!
OK, So I ended up binning the old heater & having to buy a replacement, but the waxing system itself I find is good.
x
*Ang*
Well-Known Member
Oh god...I'm glad you healed without any scarring. I would have probably did the good old microwave blast with it too. I like the look of the phd for cleanliness and hygiene but I'm not so sure now. There'd be nothing worse than having a client waiting to find that the temp isn't right
I appreciate all your comments ladies :hug:
rebelrebel
Well-Known Member
I have both, but tend to use my phd more now as I am mobile and it is not messy, you can transport it easily and it doesn't take long to heat up, I would give it 10/10
Lynne Baker
Lynne The Skin!
I have a clean and easy system and I find it very efficient, as long as I keep the cartridges full. If they get below half full they lose their heat very quickly, so when they're getting low I decant the wax so that the cartridges are always as full as possible. I clean the heads after each client by soaking them in wax remover so for me it's as hygienic as the phd system.
fozzyo
Well-Known Member
Is the heater working ok - sounds like its not warm enough.
I used to use the PhD system and was first trained in it, I have since swapped over to the old fashioned Pot and also Cartridge for legs.
Its a good system but wasn't for me - I've found better waxes I prefer to work with, and it is one of the most expensive waxing systems around. You can only buy the wax from one company so they have tight control over pricing.
Bombalurina
Well-Known Member
I've used PhD & liked it, though never really understood the logic behind having the "booster chamber" tilted downwards...I always found the wax seeped through the gate system on the heads!
I preferred Australian BodyCare, it's still a tube system but much less mess, and I found the wax nicer to work with too.
Now I'm mobile, I use pot & spatula, as well as a roller system, but when I rent my room (soon I hope!), I will opt for Australian Body Care hth
I preferred Australian BodyCare, it's still a tube system but much less mess, and I found the wax nicer to work with too.
Now I'm mobile, I use pot & spatula, as well as a roller system, but when I rent my room (soon I hope!), I will opt for Australian Body Care
hth
beautyathome
Well-Known Member
hi i use it and love it, i will never look back to the traditional wax pot, its less messy, quicker, clients prefer it, and hygienic. I wasn't sure at first but glad i did. good luck
angelina221
Master Lash Tech
I trained on Phd and have always used it until last week!
Had a course with Kim a couple of weeks ago and the wax she used was fab so i completely changed everything. Bought new wax pots, wax, everything!
Can't believe how thin the wax goes on.
I used to find the wax with phd was never warm enough and i would have it on number 10. I never used the booster chamber as it didn't seem to keep the wax as warm as the chambers at the back.
The wax would therefore go on quite thick after using it a while.
The reason for the booster chamber is to keep the wax at a 45 degree angle.
Never thought i would say it but i am converted!!
Had a course with Kim a couple of weeks ago and the wax she used was fab so i completely changed everything. Bought new wax pots, wax, everything!
Can't believe how thin the wax goes on.
I used to find the wax with phd was never warm enough and i would have it on number 10. I never used the booster chamber as it didn't seem to keep the wax as warm as the chambers at the back.
The wax would therefore go on quite thick after using it a while.
The reason for the booster chamber is to keep the wax at a 45 degree angle.
Never thought i would say it but i am converted!!
Well, I am a bit of a phd fan, so this is good to hear! Im hoping to do a course with Kim as soon as I can get models sorted:irked:
I was worried as I havent used the pot and spatula for about 3 years!
angelina221
Master Lash Tech
I do think the wax has a lot to do with it too. My nail girl is also a qualified beautician and she always hated the phd and preferred pot and spatula.
She saw all my new waxes yesterday and was really impressed with the wax and is going to book herself on a course too!
Metal spatulas are good too!
Oohh i've been like a kid in a toy shop all week having a play!
She saw all my new waxes yesterday and was really impressed with the wax and is going to book herself on a course too!
Metal spatulas are good too!
Oohh i've been like a kid in a toy shop all week having a play!
madamgooch
Active Member
I use PhD and a wax pot (for facial hair I use non-strip Perron Rigot wax). I really like PhD and haven't had any problems with it. My heater is fine at the moment, but thanks for the tip of shelf life. I have found that the honeywax flows differently from the creme wax and I also noticed that once the head cools down it can clog. However, all in all I much prefer the system as it is so quick and ultra hygenic (clients love that) as the head is only used once and there is no roll back of wax back into the tube. A friend of mine uses roller waxing but only fills the cartridges half full, enough for one pair of half legs so that only one client uses that particular batch of wax as the roller comes into contact with each client. She then sterilises the empty cartridge and head and reuses them both.
Rosedrew, are you squeezing the tube a little too hard? If I squeeze a bit too hard to start off down my line I sometimes get a little pool of wax (sorry for description but I am sure you know what I mean). It does take a while to get the nack.
Anyone with heater problems, I would give Ellisons a call. I have always found them very helpful.
Rosedrew, are you squeezing the tube a little too hard? If I squeeze a bit too hard to start off down my line I sometimes get a little pool of wax (sorry for description but I am sure you know what I mean). It does take a while to get the nack.
Anyone with heater problems, I would give Ellisons a call. I have always found them very helpful.
angelina221
Master Lash Tech
The honey wax will flow easier because it heats to a higher temperature than the cream waxes
Brandywine
Well-Known Member
I have recently gone of my Phd stuff. I was happy with the tea tree wax up until about a year ago, but since buying a new batch I just can't get a good result with it. I've decided to go back to pot and spatula and I'm going to use hard wax too.
