BEFORE WAXING
- If you have been shaving you must grow your hair out for two weeks.
- No products that contain retinoids, glycolic or salicylic acids at least seven days before your facial waxing appointment.
- If you have been taking Accutane, you MUST stop use 6-12 months before being waxed.
- If you have had a chemical peel, you must wait at least 4 weeks before getting the treated area waxed.
- No prolonged sun exposure or tanning three days prior to appointment.
- Spray tans and self tanners are best used at least 48 hours AFTER waxing.
AFTER WAXING
- Avoid touching any freshly waxed skin as it can encourage irritation.
- Avoid tight clothing and underwear immediately after waxing.
- Postpone your normal workout for at least 12 hours.
- No swimming, hot baths/hot tubs, heavy lotions, oils or exfoliation for at least 48 hours.
- No retinoids, glycol and salicylic acids on freshly waxed skin for five days.
- After 48 hours, EXFOLIATE to maintain smoothness.