Table of Contents
- Pre-Waxing Skincare for Body
- Pre-Waxing Skincare for Face
- Post-Waxing Skincare for Body
- Post-Waxing Skincare for Face
- Lastly
- FAQ’s
Waxing is such a common and most-opted hair removal method for many individuals. But what is not common, is the skin prep before waxing and aftercare, when doing an at-home waxing treatment.
Waxing, though an effective way to remove hair from face and body, is still a cause of open pores, redness and inflammation. In order to avoid this, before and after treatment measures are necessary.
Read on to discover the key waxing tips in order to build a thorough and beneficial pre and post wax skin care routine to keep your skin hair-free and avoid any side effects.
Pre-Waxing Skincare for body
Body Wash
Waxing after a warm shower is an ideal pre-wax routine as it opens up your pores and makes hair removal easier. Clean skin allows a thorough hair removal process and helps avoid any skin irritation after waxing. Use a Body wash with natural ingredients like aloe vera to remove all dirt from your skin and make it ready for waxing.
Body Scrub
Exfoliating your skin removes the accumulation of dead skin cells and other impurities that may be clogging your pores. This will help the wax get a good grip on the hair and improve its effectiveness. Using a Shea butter Body Scrub in your pre-wax routine will gently exfoliate your skin, keep it nourished and leave your skin feeling smooth.
Pre-Waxing Skincare for face
Face Cleanser
Washing your face before waxing will help remove all oil, dirt, dust, sweat and other pollutants and prep the skin. An Aloe Vera Cleanser penetrates deep into the skin offering a gentle cleansing to your face and hydrates it. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that soothe the skin before the waxing process.
Face Wash (optional)
Opting for the double cleansing method as a pre-wax routine will ensure your skin is thoroughly clean and free from all impurities which will help you get the perfect waxing results. After cleansing your face, you can go for a Hyaluronic Acid Face Wash to remove remaining impurities from deep within your pores while maintaining skin moisture.
Post-Waxing Skincare for body
Body Gel
After waxing your skin needs thorough after care to avoid any skin irritation and redness. Using Aloe Vera Gel can prove vital in keeping the skin calm. Aloe is a natural anti-inflammatory ingredient that replenishes moisture in the skin and heals any post-waxing skin damage. Place the gel in the fridge to add a touch of cooling to it.
Body Scrub
Exfoliation is important in post-waxing skin care but it should be done after a minimum of 48 hours. Scrubbing your body will help remove any bumps or ingrown hair that can arise. An Apricot Body Scrub is a gentle exfoliant that unclogs pores, improves skin texture and nourishes the skin. It also has anti-aging and radiance boosting properties.
Body Lotion
Finally, seal it all off with a body lotion that is lightweight and intensely nourishing. Avoid heavy formulations immediately after waxing as it may clog your pores. A Shea Butter Body Lotion will help soothe skin inflammation, restore moisture in your skin and leave it feeling smooth and refreshed.
Post-Waxing Skincare for face
Toner
After waxing your face, the essential thing to do is soothe your skin so as to avoid irritation and redness. Using a toner immediately will help calm the post-wax sensitive skin. It will also tighten or close open pores which will prevent them from clogging.
Serum
Serums are the perfect addition to your skin care after face wax as they help repair the skin and provide a rejuvenated look. Opt for hydrating serums immediately after waxing and more concentrated serums after 48 hours. Vitamin C Serum will help treat post-waxing skin concerns like redness, acne breakouts and pigmentation.
Lastly,
There's a right reason behind using pre and post wax skin care products. It helps keep your skin in the best condition and level up your hair removal experience. Having a set routine can help keep your skin harm-free and provide better results. If you haven’t incorporated post and pre skin care in your monthly waxing routine, then now’s the time!
FAQ’s
What to apply after waxing?
After waxing, you should apply soothing skincare products like gel, lotion or hydrating serums to reduce redness and inflammation. Ingredients like aloe vera, hyaluronic acid or shea butter can help calm the skin, restore moisture and keep it nourished.
What is pre and post wax?
Pre-wax refers to the skincare that is done before you wax your face or body to prepare the skin for waxing and post-wax refers to the skincare you do after waxing your face or body to soothe freshly waxed skin.
Should you do skincare before or after waxing?
Skincare is to be done at both times, before and after waxing in order to clean and prep the skin before it is waxed and to nourish and soothe it post-waxing.
Can I take a bath after waxing?
Yes, you can take a bath or shower after waxing using cold or lukewarm water. Avoid hot water showers or saunas immediately after waxing as it can irritate the skin.
Written by Madiha Patel
