How to prepare your skin for waxing
Summer’s here which means its waxing season! Whether you’re being waxed for the first time or are a regular waxer it’s important to prepare your skin for waxing. This will ensure a much better result, a more comfortable experience and fewer ingrowing hairs.
Here are our tips on how to prepare your skin for waxing.
Before you wax:
Let your hair grow – hair needs to be around 1cm in length so that the wax can grip hold of the hair.
Moisturise daily - well-moisturised skin allows the wax to release more easily. However, don’t moisturise on the day of your appointment as this will make it harder for the wax to grip the hairs.
Exfoliate your skin – exfoliate your skin on the day of your wax and a few days before to remove dead skin and lift trapped hairs. This will give a smoother result and help prevent ingrowing hairs.
Avoid sunbathing – keep out of the sun for a couple of days before your wax in case you sunburn your skin.
After your wax:
Don’t apply deodorant for 12 hours after an underarm wax as the skin will be sensitive. The deodorant will irritate it and cause it to sting.
Don't apply heavy moisturiser or oil to your skin for the 24-48 hours after your wax. Keep your pores open and clean.
Don’t use a sunbed or sunbathe 24 hours after your wax as your skin will be more prone to burning.
Avoid working out or using a jacuzzi/sauna/steam room for 24 hours post wax. After a wax your follicles are wide open so more susceptible to bacterial infection.
Drink plenty of water - keeping your skin hydrated keeps it supple and therefore more likely to deter ingrown hairs and general skin irritations.
Regularly exfoliate – leave it a day or so after your wax and then exfoliate daily to scrub away dead skin and help prevent ingrowing hairs.
Try not to shave in between waxing appointments. You’ll have a smoother waxing experience if you can hang on without shaving in between.
If you’d like to find out more about waxing or would like to book an appointment please call us on 01395 515120. You can see our waxing price list here.