SERVICES

• Please shower before service.
• Do not shave - hair should be at least 1/4 inch long.
• For decreased sensitivity, you may wish to consume a potassium rich drink or fruit (banana, orange juice) or take a pain reliever (such as ibuprofen).
• Avoid stimulants, such as caffeine.
• Receive your waxing service a few days in advance if you are preparing for a vacation or a special event, as skin may appear pink after waxing.

24-48 Hours

• Avoid taking baths - showers are okay.
• No tanning beds, saunas, or steam rooms.
• Use a cold compress to soothe the area.
• Sexual activity should be avoided (friction on the skin can cause it to become inflamed).
• Do not use products with harsh chemicals, perfumes or dyes.
• Apply only gentle moisturizers.
• Keep hands away from touching freshly waxed skin, as this can encourage irritation or small pimples.
• Avoid using bar soap - it leaves a film on the body that could cause ingrown hairs.
• Wear loose cotton undies.
• Use Finipil - a patented, FDA-registered antiseptic cream that destroys and kills 99.999% of bacteria (germs, staff, etc.). It cools and soothes the skin all while helping to protect hair follicles from infection.

48+ Hours

• Exfoliate using a mold resistant material like an Ayate washcloth so you don’t introduce bacteria.
• Try to gently tweeze out ingrown hair if they appear.

What to do if “problems” occur:

Resist the temptation to pick! If ingrown hair is not remedied with gentle tweezing, the use of regular exfoliation and the correct products, then it is a good idea to come back to see your waxing specialist who is trained to extract the stubborn hair. Call your health care provider if symptoms last longer than 2 or 3 days or if infection spreads. If the area is infected, a doctor may prescribe a topical antibiotic lotion or systemic antibiotic if it is severe.