Body Waxing Care Guide
Everything you need to know before and after your body wax — how to prepare, what to expect, how to care for your skin, help prevent bumps and ingrowns, and what to do if something doesn’t feel right.
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Brazilian • Bikini • Underarms • Arms • Legs • Back • Stomach & More
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BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
✓ Let hair grow to approximately ¼ inch — about the length of a grain of rice
✓ Come with clean, dry skin when possible
✓ Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing
✓ Gently exfoliate 1–2 days before if your skin tolerates it
✓ Tell us if this is your first wax
✓ Tell us if you’re prone to bumps or ingrown hairs
✓ Tell us if your skin is sensitive or reactive
✓ Tell us about previous waxing reactions
✓ Tell us about allergies, medications or recent skin treatmentsAVOID ✕
✕ Shaving immediately before your appointment
✕ Exfoliating on the day of your wax
✕ Heavy oils or lotions immediately beforehand
✕ Tanning or significant sun exposure immediately beforehandPlease wait to book if you have:
• Open cuts or wounds
• Fresh sunburn
• Active infection in the treatment area
• Significant rash or inflammation
• Actively peeling or compromised skin
• A recent procedure that hasn’t fully healedNot sure? Contact us before your appointment.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
1. Consultation → We confirm the area being waxed and discuss your skin, previous experiences and concerns.
2. Skin + hair assessment → We look at your skin condition, hair growth and treatment area.
3. Skin preparation → Your skin is professionally cleansed and prepared before waxing.
4. Wax selection → We select an appropriate professional wax and technique based on the area, hair and skin.
5. Hair removal → Hair is carefully removed in controlled sections.
6. Detail check → Remaining hairs are addressed where appropriate.
7. Soothe + finish → Freshly waxed skin receives appropriate post-wax care.
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AFTERCARE + GUIDE
FIRST 24–48 HOURS
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✓ Keep freshly waxed skin clean
✓ Wear comfortable, loose clothing when possible
✓ Use gentle, fragrance-free skincare
✓ Use a clean, cool compress if needed
✓ Keep your hands off freshly waxed areas
✓ Protect exposed skin from excessive sun
✓ Follow any additional instructions given at your appointmentAVOID ✕
✕ Scrubs or exfoliation
✕ Very hot showers or baths
✕ Sauna & steam rooms
✕ Pools or hot tubs while freshly irritated
✕ Heavy sweating/intense workouts
✕ Tight clothing repeatedly rubbing the area
✕ Fragranced or irritating products on reactive skin
✕ Picking, scratching or squeezing bumps
✕ Shaving or re-waxing irritated skinAFTER 48 HOURS
Once your skin feels completely calm:
✓ Resume your normal routine
✓ Begin gentle exfoliation if appropriate
✓ Moisturize regularly
✓ Keep skin clean after sweating
✓ Continue your ingrown-hair prevention routine if neededStill red, tender or irritated? Wait longer before exfoliating.
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Underarms experience sweat, friction and frequent product use, so they need slightly different aftercare.
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BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
✓ Allow enough hair growth for the wax to grip
✓ Come with clean, dry underarms
✓ Avoid heavy deodorant immediately beforehand when possible
✓ Tell us if you’re prone to bumps or ingrowns
✓ Tell us if your skin is sensitive or reactive
✓ Tell us if you’re using acid-based or exfoliating deodorants
✓ Tell us about previous waxing reactionsPlease wait to book if you have:
• Open or broken skin
• Active rash or infection
• Significant irritation
• Freshly sunburned skin
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WHAT TO EXPECT
1. Consultation → We ask about sensitivities, products and previous reactions.
2. Skin assessment → We check the underarm area before beginning.
3. Skin preparation → The area is appropriately cleansed and prepared.
4. Wax selection → An appropriate wax and technique are selected.
5. Hair removal → Hair is carefully removed.
6. Soothe + finish → Post-wax care is applied as appropriate.
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AFTERCARE + GUIDE
FIRST 24–48 HOURS
DO ✓
✓ Keep your underarms clean
✓ Wear loose clothing when possible
✓ Let the skin breathe
✓ Use a clean, cool compress if needed
✓ Change out of sweaty clothing promptlyAVOID ✕
✕ Fragranced deodorant if the skin feels irritated
✕ Acid/exfoliating deodorants on freshly treated skin
✕ Scrubbing or exfoliation
✕ Heavy sweating/intense workouts
✕ Very hot showers
✕ Sauna & steam while irritated
✕ Tight clothing causing friction
✕ Picking at bumpsAFTER 24–48 HOURS
Once your skin feels completely calm:
✓ Gradually resume your normal deodorant
✓ Resume exfoliating products gradually
✓ Gently exfoliate if you’re prone to ingrowns
✓ Keep the area moisturized as appropriateIf your underarms still sting, feel raw or remain significantly irritated, don’t rush to restart strong products.
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Whether it’s your first Brazilian or part of your regular routine, knowing how to prepare and care for the area afterward can make the experience much easier.
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FIRST BRAZILIAN?
Tell us. 💗
You don’t need to know exactly what to do or how the appointment works. We’re happy to explain the process as we go and answer questions before we begin.
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BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
✓ Allow approximately ¼ inch of hair growth
✓ Shower normally beforehand if possible
✓ Come with clean, dry skin
✓ Wear clean, breathable underwear
✓ Choose loose, comfortable clothing
✓ Gently exfoliate 1–2 days beforehand if your skin tolerates it
✓ Tell us if this is your first Brazilian or bikini wax
✓ Tell us if you’re prone to ingrowns or bumps
✓ Tell us about sensitivities or previous reactions
✓ Tell us about medications or skin treatments that may affect the areaAVOID ✕
✕ Shaving immediately beforehand
✕ Exfoliating on the day of your appointment
✕ Heavy lotions or oils immediately beforehand
✕ Picking at existing ingrownsPlease wait to book if you have:
• Open wounds or broken skin
• Active infection
• Significant rash or inflammation
• Fresh sunburn
• Severely irritated skin
• A recent procedure in the treatment area that hasn’t healedHave a concern you’re unsure about? Ask us before your appointment.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
1. Consultation → We confirm exactly what you’d like removed and answer any questions.
2. Skin + hair assessment → We check the treatment area and hair growth.
3. Skin preparation → Your skin is professionally prepared before waxing.
4. Wax selection → An appropriate professional wax and technique are selected.
5. Waxing → Hair is carefully removed in sections.
6. Detail check → Remaining hairs are addressed where appropriate.
7. Soothe + finish → Appropriate post-wax care is provided before you leave.
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AFTERCARE + GUIDE
FIRST 24–48 HOURS
DO ✓
✓ Keep the area clean and gently cared for
✓ Wear clean, breathable underwear
✓ Choose loose-fitting clothing
✓ Shower gently with lukewarm water
✓ Change out of sweaty clothing promptly
✓ Use a clean, cool compress if neededAVOID ✕
✕ Scrubbing or exfoliation
✕ Picking at bumps or ingrowns
✕ Very hot baths/showers
✕ Sauna & steam rooms
✕ Pools and hot tubs while freshly irritated
✕ Heavy sweating/intense workouts
✕ Tight leggings or clothing causing friction
✕ Fragranced products on irritated skin
✕ Sexual activity that creates significant friction while the area is freshly irritatedAFTER 48 HOURS
Once your skin feels completely calm:
✓ Resume your normal routine
✓ Begin gentle exfoliation if appropriate
✓ Keep the area moisturized
✓ Keep skin clean after sweating
✓ Follow an appropriate ingrown-hair prevention routineIf you’re still irritated, don’t exfoliate just because 48 hours have passed. Wait until your skin feels normal.
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Small follicular bumps can sometimes happen after waxing, and certain areas may be more prone to ingrown hairs.
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DO ✓
✓ Keep the area clean
✓ Keep skincare simple and gentle
✓ Wear loose, breathable clothing
✓ Use a clean, cool compress if needed
✓ Allow irritation to settle before exfoliating
✓ Once calm, gently exfoliate consistently if appropriate for your skin
✓ Moisturize regularlyDON’T ✕
✕ Squeeze bumps
✕ Pick at your skin
✕ Dig for ingrown hairs
✕ Aggressively scrub
✕ Wax over inflamed skin
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“I THINK I HAVE AN INGROWN.”
✓ Keep the area clean
✓ Reduce friction
✓ Let inflammation settle
✓ Resume appropriate gentle exfoliation once the skin is calm✕ Don’t dig for the hair
✕ Don’t squeeze it
✕ Don’t repeatedly wax over itIncreasing pain, warmth, swelling, pus or worsening symptoms → seek medical advice.
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You may temporarily notice:
• Mild redness
• Slight warmth
• Tenderness
• Small follicular bumps
• Temporary sensitivity
• Mild itching as the skin settlesThese should generally improve rather than progressively worsen.
If something is becoming increasingly painful, swollen, hot, irritated or otherwise concerning, don’t simply assume it’s normal because you recently had a wax.
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For smoother skin and easier future appointments:
✓ Moisturize regularly
✓ Gently exfoliate once your skin has fully recovered
✓ Don’t pick at ingrowns
✓ Keep skin clean after sweating
✓ Avoid shaving between appointments if you’re maintaining a consistent waxing routine
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WHEN SHOULD I BOOK AGAIN?
Hair growth varies from person to person and by treatment area. Your esthetician can recommend a schedule based on your individual hair-growth cycle and service.
💗 A LITTLE EXTRA CARE 💗
Every client’s skin is different — and your wax doesn’t have to be one-size-fits-all.
At Brows & Beyond, we work with multiple professional wax options, including hard wax and options suitable for more sensitive or reactive skin when appropriate.
We consider:
✓ Your treatment area
✓ Skin condition
✓ Skin sensitivity
✓ Hair texture and thickness
✓ Previous waxing experiences
✓ Tendency toward redness, bumps or ingrowns
BEFORE WE WAX
Your skin is professionally cleansed and prepared as appropriate for the treatment area.
AFTER WE WAX
If your skin becomes particularly red, warm, bumpy or sensitive, tell us before you leave.
Additional care may include:
✓ Cold packs to help soothe temporary warmth or discomfort
✓ Appropriate post-wax soothing care
✓ Bump/ingrown-focused aftercare products when appropriate
✓ Additional calming care for reactive skin
✓ Personalized recommendations for caring for your skin at home
You don’t have to have “sensitive skin” to ask for extra care.
If you know you typically get very red, bumpy or irritated after waxing, tell us before we begin so we can take that into consideration from the start.
At home, use a clean, cool compress rather than placing ice directly against bare skin.
WHEN TO CONTACT US 💗
Our care doesn’t end when your appointment does.
Contact Brows & Beyond if:
✓ You’re unsure whether something you’re experiencing is normal
✓ Redness or irritation isn’t settling
✓ You’re experiencing unexpected bumps or sensitivity
✓ You’re struggling with ingrown hairs
✓ You think your skin may have lifted
✓ You’re unsure what products to use afterward
✓ Something simply doesn’t look or feel right
When possible, send us:
Your name • Treatment • Visit date • What you’re experiencing • When it started • Clear photos
Please don’t aggressively scrub, pick, shave, re-wax or chemically treat the area trying to fix it yourself.
For severe pain, blistering, significant swelling, spreading redness, signs of infection, widespread hives, breathing difficulty or another serious reaction, seek appropriate medical care rather than waiting for a salon response.
