Prepare For Your Brazilian

I will be honest, I was a nervous wreck before heading in to see Marielle. The only body part I had ever waxed was my eyebrows. So I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. But she kept reassuring me that so many people do it, and I would love the results. Spoiler, I do.

It was not pleasant, but it didn’t hurt like I had imagined it would. The first time is always worse too, so I’m looking forward to seeing how my second time goes. Yup, I rescheduled!

She told me to grow out my hair to about the length of my pinky nail. I have course, thick hair, so that would explain why it was a bit more uncomfortable for me.

Make sure and clean well before going, but it’s just a vagina. I can guarantee your waxer has seen thousands.

What To Expect During

She will have you undress from the waist down, and get on the table, which was lined with a plastic pad so she could easily wipe it down after. Then she had me do a butterfly with my legs, which meant my heels came together and my knees dropped to the sides.

First, she cleansed the area with oil and made sure we were all clean and ready to go.

The wax will be warm. It wasn’t burning hot, but you notice the temperature. She started with my bikini line JUST in case I wanted to chicken out and leave. But she said once the wax is on my lips, there is no escaping. That is the point of no return. But since she was already down there, I decided to go all the way.

The front was more intense than the back, but once the front was done, the rest was a breeze.

Brazilian Wax Aftercare

Once she had ripped every last follicle out of my netherregion, she had me get dressed and meet her out front. The aftercare is pretty easy:

• No water for 24 hours
• No sweat/gym time for 24 hours
• No sex for 24 hours
• After 48 hours I started cleaning with Tend Skin Solution and a cotton round. This helps with ingrown hairs, etc.

I can’t stop checking myself out. The best part of the whole process is the results. You are more sweaty down there and your toots are louder, but it’s easy to keep clean and I don’t have to worry about my bikini line anymore.

4-6 weeks is the time frame to reschedule, and you want to keep up with it so you don’t have to do a second “first time”. That also gives you a good idea of what your hair growth will look like. It will thin out after time and overall be less hair, which I’m very excited about!

Don’t be scared, do it! If you can handle this, you can do anything! For more information on my waxer and the spa she works at, you can visit her IG page but her booking info is below.

Pricing

Depending on where you go, it will be different with whoever you see. But Marielle charges:

• $85 for full Brazilian
• $55 for Bikini

She also suggests you come back every 4-6 weeks for optimal growth charting.

Marielle Ceniceros

Skinology Skin & Body Studio in Tucson, AZ- By appointment only (link to book is below)

4249 W Ina Rd # 125, Tucson, AZ 85741

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When looking for a local coffee shop, I often find myself searching for one that truly understands and appreciates the city it is located in. Having a good grasp of what the local community is looking for is such a positive experience. Roadrunner Coffee Co. knows how to do just that. Not only do they have amazing coffee, but they also have live music as well. So grab a cup of coffee, or a pastry, and enjoy the sights and sounds that Roadrunner Coffee Co. has to offer.

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About Roadrunner Coffee Co.

Roadrunner Coffee Co. has been a locally owned business in Tucson since 2004. With hand-crafted espresso and coffee drinks, smoothies, Italian sodas, sandwiches, pastries, and more there’s something for everyone! When you walk into their Thornydale location, you are instantly greeted with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. You can smell the aroma of their fresh ground beans, and the sounds of the espresso machine frothing up the milk.

They have recently opened 2 more locations to help accommodate more areas of Tucson. They source their beans from Tucson Coffee Roasters and you know you will always get a great cup of coffee. If you want drip coffee, they have a station set up with 4 large carafes of light and dark roasts. Once you’ve ordered from a friendly staff member, your food /drinks are made quickly and effectively and wait for you at the raised ledge. The logo is neatly printed on the side of their cups, with a sticker stopper added to the top.

“It is the mission of Roadrunner to always provide excellent and efficient customer service, offer consistent, quality drinks and foods, support other local, small business, and constantly strive to improve.”— Roadrunner Coffee Co.

Roadrunner Coffee Co. Menu Items

There is something for everyone from espresso, blended, drip coffee, teas, and even smoothies. I suggest trying something new every time you visit. Need a different type of milk or have an allergy to something? Just let your barista know, and they will be happy to accommodate. Besides beverages, they also make delicious food. The breakfast sandwiches make my mouth water every time someone orders one. Here are a few other items they offer:

And for lunch:

• Sandwiches with chips or potato salad

Seating Options Available

With everything happening in our world these days, people’s safety is a big consideration for Roadrunner Coffee Co. Not only do they offer a large indoor seating area at their Thornydale location with plenty of space between each table, but they also offer outdoor seating. At their Wetmore and Alvernon locations, they are a drive-up kiosk, similar to Dutch Bros, and Congress is a walk-up location. That can be very handy if you are on that side of town looking for a quick cup of joe!

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FAQ about Roadrunner Coffee Co.

Where are they located?

Their cafe is located at 9665 N Thornydale Rd Ste. 110 and their drive-up kiosk is located at 1545 W Wetmore Rd. They also have 2 other locations at 1612 N Alvernon Way as well as their newest downtown at 50 W Congress St.

What are their hours?

CAFE: Open M-F 6 am-5 pm Sat/Sun 6 am-4 pm
KIOSK (Wetmore) M-F 6a-6p, Weekends 7am-6pm; Alvernon: 6am-6p M-F; Congress: M-F: 7am-3p & Saturday 9am-4pm

Where are their beans sourced from?

They have locally sourced beans from Tucson Coffee Roasters

Can you order items from them using a delivery service?

Yes, Roadrunner is available on Uber Eats and Doordash. You can also call ahead to order.

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Do they offer wifi?

Yes! They gladly offer it to paying customers

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Bandicted Restaurant in Tucson

I will try anything once, and if I love it I will continue to return. I had the chance to stop into Banhdicted on Orange Grove in Tucson to try a few menu items a try. They offer fresh pressed juice, boba tea, smoothies, and Vietnamese sandwiches, and they also have vegan options available!

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Vietnamese Sandwiches

The Shrimp sandwich (Con Tôm) is what I ordered. I love anything with seafood, so I knew I had to try it. The spicy mayo is what made it my favorite. Their Traditional Banh Mi is what sets them apart from other Vietnamese sandwich shops in Tucson, AZ.

“Sauteed Shrimp Marinated in our secret cajun sauce, Mayonnaise, Pickled Daikon & Carrots, Cucumber, Jalapenos, Fresh Cilantro topped with Banhdicted Lemongrass Spicy Mayo”- Banhdicted

They also offer a large list of different sandwiches for you to try. Head over to their site to check out the menu.

Pressed Juice | Boba Tea | Smoothies

With my banh mi, I had to get a pressed juice and a Taiwanese milk tea. I ordered the Desert Cooler and the coconut milk tea with lychee jellies. I opted for medium sweetness but you can go as sweet or not as you would like. The juice was packed with orange, cucumber, pineapple, lemon, kale, and spinach.

Bandicted’s New Location

The next time you are in Tucson off Orange Grove, stop into Banhdicted and give one of these items a try! And look out for their second location on E. Sunrise Dr. opening later this summer! Banhdicted is taking over the Sonoran desert and I can’t wait to see all they accomplish!

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