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Melissa Jannes
Licensed Esthetician & Brazilian Wax Educator
Professional Achievements
- Won the Allure Magazine "Best of Beauty" award in 2012 for her bikini wax
Certifications & Organizations
- Pennsylvania Esthetics License
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How to
Shave Your Genitals (Male)
The thought of bringing a sharp razor anywhere close to your genitals might be downright frightening. However, shaving your pubic hair can give you a clean, sleek look “down there” as part of a larger manscaping rout...
How to Wax Your Penis and Scrotum at Home
Expert tips for a salon-level waxing session (without the awkwardness)Are you ready to take your manscaping to the next level? A Brazilian wax involves removing all of the hair from your downstairs area, so it’s a grea...
How to
Wax Your Bikini Area at Home
Waxing is a great way to remove hair from your bikini area, but waxing can be uncomfortable and expensive at a salon. Waxing your bikini line at home is definitely an option! Clean and exfoliate the area first, then find...
How to
Apply Makeup
If you’ve never applied makeup before, all the different products and tools can be intimidating. Don’t worry. We will walk you through it step by step below. Once you get the hang of it, applying makeup to your face ...
How to
Prevent Ingrown Hairs on the Pubic Area
Ingrown pubic hairs occur when the tip of the hair grows back underneath the skin, which can often cause pain and irritation. The problem is most common in people with thick, coarse hair. The easiest way to prevent ingro...
What is a Happy Trail? (Plus, Where the Name Came From)
Find out if happy trails are attractive & how to groom them Everyone’s got some amount of body hair. Not everyone has a happy trail, though. A happy trail is that “trail” of hair between the pubic region and the be...
How to Use Veet Hair Removal Cream & Wax Strips on Your Bikini Area
Safely remove pubic hair with this quick & easy guide Both Veet hair removal cream and waxing strips can be used on your bikini area, leaving your skin hair-free and smooth for date nights and beach vacations. These hair...
How to Use Veet to Remove Body Hair
Want to get rid of body hair fast, but don’t feel like shaving? Veet hair removal cream is an easy way to get rid of unwanted body hair without the pain of using a razor. Or, if you prefer a longer-lasting hair removal...
Makeup Quiz: Discover The Perfect Stye For You
Not sure what kind of makeup to do? 💄🤔 Whether you’re getting ready for a regular day or trying to plan out your look for a special event, we’ve got you covered! Just answer a few simple questions, and we’ll...
How to Thread Eyebrow & Facial Hair at Home: Tips, Tricks, & More
Fabulous eyebrows are only a few twists away with our expert guide to threading at homeIf you want to master threading, also known as "tying" or "khite" in Arabic, you’re in the right place! This ancient temporary hair...
How to
Look Your Best
Looking your best means figuring out what's attractive about ''you'' and showing that side to the world. It's about highlighting the qualities that make you special, honing a sense of personal style, and putting energy i...
Do I Smell Bad Quiz
When you ask someone, "Hey, do I smell bad?" you're probably not gonna get a straight answer. That's where we come in. While we can't smell you in person, we can get a pretty accurate read just from a few questions, but...
How to
Reduce Eye Bags with Coffee Grounds
Coffee makes you feel more awake in the morning, but did you know it can actually make you look more awake too? That's right—you can use coffee grounds to get rid of dark eye circles and under-eye bags. As a diuretic, ...
How to Shave Your Own Back (Plus Other Hair Removal Options)
Our guide to removing back hair without any helpAre you ready to take your manscaping to the next level? While there’s no rule saying you have to shave your back, it might be nice to have a clean slate for sports, swim...
The Best Ways to Remove Unwanted Female Facial Hair
Temporary and permanent ways to get rid of a woman's mustacheWhether it's a few dark strands or a full-fledged mustache, upper lip hair can feel like an unsightly embarrassment for many girls who have it. If you want to ...
Expert-Backed Tips to Remove Hair without a Razor (At-Home & Via Salon)
The best creams and tools to remove unwanted hair without shavingTired of excess face or body hair, but hate the pain, cost, and wasted time that comes with shaving? No worries—there are tons of ways to get rid of hair...
How to
Clean Your Face With Toothpaste
Toothpaste is often cited as a homemade treatment for your skin that can help counter acne. The consensus among dermatologists is that toothpaste is not an effective way to treat your skin, and can in fact damage your sk...
How to
Shave Without Getting Hair Everywhere
No matter what part of your body you’re shaving, cleaning up all the little hairs can be a real hassle. Fortunately, you can say goodbye to all that hair everywhere! All you have to do is a little prep work beforehand ...
The Cheap, Fast, and Easy Way to Tint Your Eyebrows
Get salon-perfect arches without the salon priceWhen your brows are on point it really elevates your whole look—but filling them in every day can be quite a chore. So why not dye them and shave a few minutes off of you...
How to
Use Bodywash
Bodywash is a great way to clean your body in the shower or bath. Most body-washes have a silky smooth texture that feels great against your skin. Start by selecting a bodywash that contains natural oils and no fragrance...
