Waxing Pre Care:
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Hair Length:
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Trim If Needed: Trim the hair if it’s excessively long, as longer hair can make the waxing process more painful. However, ensure hair is at least 0.5 cm long for effective removal. For first-time waxers, aim for about 1.5 cm of hair growth.
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Consult Your Therapist:
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Health Considerations: Inform your therapist if you have sunburn, are taking medication, or have any skin conditions that may affect your waxing experience.
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Exfoliate:
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Pre-Exfoliation: Exfoliate the waxing area 24-48 hours before your appointment to remove dead skin cells and help prevent ingrown hairs. Use a gentle scrub to avoid irritating the skin.
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Pre-Wax Hygiene:
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Cleanse and Open Follicles: On the day of your appointment, bathe or shower to open up the hair follicles, making hair removal easier.
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Avoid Products:
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No Products on Skin: Do not apply deodorants, makeup, lotions, soaps, powders, perfumes, or self-tanning products to the area to be waxed.
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Pain Management:
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Pre-Treatment Pain Relief: If you are new to waxing or find it painful, take 1-2 paracetamol about 30 minutes before your appointment to help manage discomfort.
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Wear Appropriate Clothing:
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Comfortable Clothing: Wear loose-fitting clothing to avoid friction on the waxed area and ensure comfort before and after the appointment.
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Waxing Aftercare:
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Immediate Care:
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Avoid Touching: Do not touch, scratch, or rub the waxed area to prevent irritation.
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Avoid Exfoliation and Products:
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No Exfoliation: Do not exfoliate the waxed area for the first 24 hours.
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No Products: Avoid applying deodorants, makeup, lotions, soaps, powders, perfumes, or self-tanning products to the waxed area for at least 24 hours.
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Water and Sweat:
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Showering: Opt for a cool shower and avoid scrubbing the waxed area. Let the water run off the area without direct contact.
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Avoid Sweat: Refrain from activities that cause excessive perspiration, such as exercise or sauna use, for at least 24 hours.
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Sun Exposure:
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Avoid Sunlight: Stay out of direct sunlight, sunbeds, or UV exposure for 48 hours. Heat and sunlight can irritate the waxed area.
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Clothing:
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Wear Loose Clothing: Avoid tight-fitting clothing that may cause friction on the waxed area. Opt for loose-fitting attire.
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Skin Care:
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Soothe the Skin: Apply Aloe Vera gel regularly to rehydrate and soothe the skin. Tea tree oil can also be used for its antibacterial properties.
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Ingrown Hair Prevention:
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Exfoliation: Start gently exfoliating 2-3 times a week with a body scrub 2-3 days after your waxing. This helps prevent ingrown hairs by removing dead skin cells.
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Moisturize: Follow exfoliation with a nourishing moisturizer to keep the skin hydrated and smooth.
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Waxing Maintenance:
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Regular Appointments:
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Schedule: Plan your waxing treatments according to your hair growth cycle. Typically, follow-up appointments are recommended every 3-4 weeks for facial waxing and every 4-6 weeks for body waxing.
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Adjustments:
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Monitor Growth: Notice when new hair starts to grow back, and adjust your appointment schedule as needed to maintain smooth skin and effective hair removal.
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