MORE than £700 was raised for a children's hospice by some tough male car salesmen, who had their legs waxed for the charity.

Seventeen men working at the Renault East London dealership in Romford Road, Ilford, agreed to go hair-free from the knees down for Haven House in Woodford Green.

The waxing was carried out by staff member Chan Kulsi, who drew on her previous experience as a beautician to make sure the treatment was as painless as possible.

The staff are aiming to raise £1,000 for the charity before Christmas. To make a donation, visit www.justgiving.com/waxonhairoff.