waxing: all the things you need to know.

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To ensure the best results and minimize irritation, please follow these guidelines before your waxing appointment:

- Hair should be about ¼ inch long (roughly the length of a grain of rice). Avoid trimming too short before your visit.

- Gently exfoliate the area 24–48 hours prior to your appointment to remove dead skin and help prevent ingrown hairs.

- Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, or self-tanner for at least 48 hours before waxing.

- Do not use retinoids, exfoliating acids, or acne medications on the area for 3–5 days prior (longer if using prescription products).

- Arrive with clean, dry skin free of lotions, oils, deodorant, or makeup on the treatment area.

- Avoid caffeine and alcohol the day of your appointment, as they can increase skin sensitivity.

Following these steps helps ensure a smoother wax, less discomfort, and optimal results.

- Avoid heat for 24–48 hours, including hot showers, baths, saunas, steam rooms, and intense workouts.

- Do not sunbathe, use tanning beds, or apply self-tanner or spray tan solution to the area for at least 48 hours.

- Keep the area clean and wear loose-fitting clothing to reduce friction and irritation.

- Avoid touching the area unnecessarily and keep hands clean to prevent breakouts or infection.

- Do not exfoliate for 48 hours. After that, gently exfoliate 2–3 times per week to help prevent ingrown hairs. We love the face reality mandelic scrub, skinbetter alpahret peel pads and face reality acne med for ingrown hair management.

- Avoid retinoids, exfoliating acids, and fragranced products on the area for 3–5 days.

- Apply a soothing, fragrance-free product as recommended by your provider to calm and hydrate the skin. Hydrinity encore body lotion is a great option.

Mild redness or sensitivity is normal and should subside within a day or two. If irritation persists or you have concerns, please contact the clinic for guidance.