Well prepared,
more comfortable.

Exfoliation

Exfoliate lightly one or two days beforehand. This removes loose skin cells, so the wax grips the hair better and ingrown hairs are less likely. Don’t exfoliate on the day itself; your skin is more sensitive then.

On the day of your appointment

• Skip body lotion, oil, deodorant and self-tan on the area to be treated.
• For a facial treatment, ideally come without make-up.
• Wear comfortable, loose clothing; for an intimate treatment, clean cotton underwear.

Sun and sunbeds

Avoid sunbathing and sunbeds in the 48 hours before your appointment. Burnt or freshly tanned skin is more sensitive and irritates more easily.

Skincare and treatments

• Stop using retinol, AHA, BHA and other exfoliating products on the area at least one week beforehand.
• Had a recent peel, microneedling, laser or other intensive skin treatment? Mention it beforehand.

Medication and health

• Using prescription retinoids, or recently completed a course of isotretinoin? Then waxing is not suitable.
• Taking blood thinners, or living with diabetes, varicose veins or a skin condition on the area? Consult your doctor first and mention it in your request.
• If you are pregnant, your skin may react more sensitively. When in doubt, check with your midwife or doctor.

Waxing for the first time?

It is less daunting than it seems. Let the hair grow for a few weeks, ask all your questions beforehand and expect a calm, clear explanation during the treatment.