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Waxing is a popular option for keeping your skin smooth and hairless for weeks, but it isn't a spur-of-the-moment decision. Whether you're waxing a smaller area like your eyebrows and upper lip or you’re getting a larger expanse such as your legs, back or chest waxed, your skin needs some prep to minimise your discomfort and help you achieve the best results. To make sure you're ready for your next waxing appointment, here is the best way to prepare.
Check Yourself
No matter where you're waxing, check the skin before you go in for your appointment. Broken skin or inflammation needs to heal before you're ready to wax. If you have moles or beauty marks, point them out to your therapist so they can be protected during the waxing process.
Let it grow...but not too long
Keep hair long enough for the wax to grip it. When the hair is too short, the wax can't pick it up well enough to remove it; when it's too long, it prevents wax from adhering and causes more pain. Two to three weeks of growth, or about an eighth to a quarter of an inch, is ideal for leg, underarm and bikini hair.
Light Exfoliation
Gently exfoliate your skin a day or two before waxing, but skip harsh scrubs the day of your waxing appointment. Exfoliation helps wax grab hair and not skin, but it can also leave skin more sensitive to pain, so lighter is better. A rough washcloth is perfect for gentle exfoliation, but don't scrub too hard.
Moisturise until the day of
Moisturise well on the days leading up to your appointment. Healthy, well-moisturised skin allows the wax to release more easily. Too much moisturiser could coat the hair and interfere with the wax's grip, so avoid moisturising on the day of your waxing session.
The Bikini Area
Whether you prefer a Brazilian wax, Hollywood wax or regular bikini, keep skin in the bikini area scrupulously clean. Waxing can leave skin vulnerable to infection, and areas of the body that are normally warm and damp are more prone to bacterial growth.
Take a Retin-A break
Certain medications can sensitise skin to waxing. Retin-A creams do amazing things for fine lines, acne and uneven pigmentation, but they also leave skin susceptible to injury during waxing. Discontinue retinol-based products for two weeks before waxing. Accutane users should stop taking their medication for 6 months before waxing. Before making any changes to your prescription medications, talk to your dermatologist.