Pre/Post Care 

What should I do before my wax appt?

-Exfoliate 24–48 hrs before.

-Hair should be as long as a long grain of rice.

-Stop retinoids/Accutane before waxing.

-Shower before your appointment.

-Wear loose, comfy clothes.

-Take ibuprofen 30–60 mins before (if safe)

-Avoid caffeine + alcohol day of.

-Skip tanning/sun exposure 24–48 hrs prior

-Stay hydrated. Drink that water bookie!

-Come relaxed - no need to fear the wax fairy is here!






How long is a long grain of rice?

If you're a rice manic like me just grab a grain and put it against your hair to see if it matches. If not you need to go 3-4 weeks without shaving, nairing, trimming anything. Just be cool and grow that hair out bookie.

What can I used to exfoliate?

If you are using Tree Hut go ahead and throw it out now. We are not Tree Hut lovers over here. Use an authentic African net sponge or a dry brush. I do have an amazon storefront that you are more than willing to check out to see my favorite products. You can message me on any social media platform or text me to get link. 


But do I really have to exfoliate?

YES.

-Exfoliating removes dead skin cells (cause why the heck would we want to walk around with dead skin cells? exactly grab that African net sponge bookie) 

-Prevents ingrowns

-Ensures your waxer can grab as many hairs as possible


KEY TIP- Exfoliating allows your products to penetrate into your skin deeper. So if you have a product and you are just sitting it on top of dead skin it aint doing a lick of anything bookie. EXFOLIATE, EXFOLIATE, EXFOLIATE... SAY IT WITH ME...... ( I dont hear you!! ) 

Okay I survived my wax, now what?

-Do not exfoliate for 48–72 hours right after waxing

-Keep skin clean & dry for the first 24 hours.

-Wear loose, breathable clothing to reduce irritation aka no tights!

-Skip hot baths, saunas, or steam rooms for 24–48 hours.

-Avoid swimming pools, oceans, and hot tubs for 24–48 hours.

-Hold off on heavy workouts & sweating for 24 hours.

-Don’t touch, pick, or scratch waxed skin!

-Avoid tanning or direct sun exposure for 48 hours.

-Exfoliate 3x per week after waiting 3 days after your wax appt.

-You need to moisturize (check out amazon storefront)