Before Waxing
Recommendations prior to waxing:
- Less caffeine is better as it stimulates nerve endings
- Don’t use body or facial scrubs
- Do not use self tanner or spray tanners as they will lift with wax
- Do not sit in sun or use a tanning beds
- Do not use topical gels that dry out the skin or exfoliates the skin for at least 1 week prior to waxing. Examples: Retinol, Retin-A, Differin Gel, ProActive, Benzoyl Peroxides, etc. (**Please note that there may be skin lifting if these products are not stopped prior to service**)
After Waxing
- Please don’t touch area waxed to prevent bacteria from spreading
- Exfoliate area on the body lightly when tenderness subsides
- Initial irritation from first time waxing can occur- toner, tea tree oil, or aloe vera can help with this
- Don’t pick or scrub any irritation that occurs