Essential Waxing Aftercare
Moisturise the waxed area regularly. Ingrown hairs are often caused by dry or flaky skin which does not allow the hair to grow through. If you are moisturising your intimate areas, use an appropriate cream or oil for the sensitive areas. Ask our experience beauty therapists about the most suitable products available at City Retreat.
Exfoliate the waxed area several times a week to get rid of dead skin cells. If it’s an intimate area, make sure you choose a gentle exfoliator – too harsh and it will irritate your skin or make it sore. Over-exfoliation or the use of an unsuitable scrub will graze the skin and could cause ingrown hairs.
A washable exfoliating cloth can be a great aid to use alongside your normal shower gel. Such cloths often exfoliate the skin by themselves, without the need for an additional scrub and they leave your skin feeling extremely clean and smooth.
For non-intimate areas of the body, dry brushing can have a useful exfoliating effect.
Dead sea salt used as bath salts can help prevent infection as can anti-bacterial shower gels. Soothing lotions and gels, especially those containing products such as tea-tree oil, aloe vera and witch-hazel can also alleviate irritation.
Waxing No-No’s for the next 24 hours
Please do not:
• Use fake tan, get a massage or use extreme heat treatments (e.g. very hot baths or showers, saunas, steam rooms), swim, sunbathe (including sun beds or any other exposure to UV light) or wear tight clothing for 24 - 48 hours.
• Exercise for 24-hours.
• Touch the area with unwashed hands for 24 hours.
• Apply deodorant, anything perfumed or make-up to the waxed area.
Waxing Recommendations
We recommend that you get into a 4 – 6 week waxing cycle in order to get the best results from your wax. If you keep regular waxing appointments, your hairs will start growing through at the same time, which means your skin will soon remain smoother and hair-free for longer in between appointments.
Between appointments we recommend you follow our Essential Waxing Aftercare instructions overleaf and use any products our experienced Beauty Therapists recommend.