WAXING

WAX TIPS
Waxing is an intimate experience, but one that is gratifying to many. It is recommended that you come in every 4-5 weeks. Doing this will allow your skin to acclimate to waxing, slow your hair growth, and maintain better results between treatments.

Pre-Waxing Care

• Exfoliating the area gently 24 hours before your appointment will remove the dead skin cells and allow for a cleaner wax.
• The day of your waxing, limit your caffeine intake as it can stimulate the nervous system which can make you more sensitive and red.
  
• For females, try to schedule your appointment within the first 2 weeks after you have ended your cycle, as this is when you are probably retaining the least amount of fluid, and should probably be the least sensitive. We wax clients, if they are on their cycle.
  
• For body waxing treatments, please allow about 2 weeks of growth before your visit. Everyone’s hair grows at a different pace, but 2 weeks is a good rule-of-thumb. The longer the growth (within reason at least ¼ inch) will mean less tweezing and a cleaner wax. Your hair must be at least half the length of your pinky nail (go ahead… check your pinky!)
  
• Skip the lotions! Do not apply self tanner, moisturizer, body sprays, deodorants or other topical creams before your appointment.
  
• Schedule your wax 2 days before beach and poolside jaunts if you plan to sunbathe.
  
• Be Comfy. Wear comfortable clothing to prevent irritation after the waxing.
  
• Do not sit in the sun or go to the tanning booth prior to your service.
  
• Discontinuing any product that exfoliates or dries the skin for at least 1 week prevents tears, scabbing or burning.
  
• Avoid getting spray tanned before any waxing procedure. Wax tends to lift the color off your skin leaving it patchy-looking.
  
• Some products that conflict with waxing are:  Accutane, Differin, Retin A/Retinol, Glycolic acid/AHA’s, ProActive, Avita, Benzoyl peroxide, Salicylic acid/ BHA’s. These are only some of the products that we are aware of that may cause problems. New ones come out every day! If you have any doubt, please let us know what products you are using when you call or text for your appointment.
  

Post-Waxing Care
Everyone reaacts differently to waxing

• Heightened sensitivity may be experienced in the area waxed for the next 24-48 hours.
  
• Avoid heat.  No tanning, sun bathing, hot tubs or saunas for 48 hours after your treatment.  Since a layer of dead skin cells have been removed, sun and or heat exposure can burn the skin.
  
• No hot baths or exercising for 2 hours following your treatment.
  
• If you experience sensitivity or irritation after your treatment, Hydro-cortisone cream can reduce the redness and irritation following your treatment.
  
• Exfoliate daily 48 hours after your treatment.
  
• Pinking of the skin usually disappears within 6 to 8 hours after the waxing treatment. Slight pinking is normal.
  
• Avoid applying highly fragranced products to the waxed area for 24 hours.  This includes, perfume, scented body lotions, anti-perspirants, cosmetics, or hygiene sprays.
  
• If you got a Brazilian waxing wait at least 24 hours before having sex.