Face Threading & Waxing Care Guide

Everything you need to know before and after your facial hair-removal treatment — how to prepare, what to expect, how to care for your skin, what’s normal, and what to do if something doesn’t feel right.

• Face Threading

  Brows • Upper Lip • Chin • Sideburns • Full Face & More

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  BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT

  ✓ Come with clean skin when possible
  ✓ Avoid heavy makeup over the treatment area
  ✓ Tell us your desired shape or result
  ✓ Let us know if your skin is sensitive or reactive
  ✓ Tell us about previous reactions to threading
  ✓ Tell us about recent facials, peels, lasers or skin procedures
  ✓ Tell us about prescription skincare or strong actives you use

  Please wait to book if you currently have:

  • Open, broken or injured skin
  • Active infection in the treatment area
  • Significant rash or inflammation
  • Fresh sunburn
  • Skin that hasn’t healed from a recent procedure

  Not sure? Contact us before your appointment.

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  WHAT TO EXPECT

  1. Consultation → We discuss the areas you’d like treated and your desired result.

  2. Skin + hair assessment → We look at your natural hair growth, skin condition and any areas that should be avoided.

  3. Precision threading → Unwanted hair is removed from the follicle using thread.

  4. Shaping + detailing → For brows, we refine the shape while working with your natural features.

  5. Final check → Remaining unwanted hairs are addressed where appropriate.

  6. Soothe + finish → Freshly threaded skin is gently cared for and soothed as appropriate.

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  AFTERCARE + GUIDE

  FIRST 24 HOURS

  DO ✓

  ✓ Keep the area clean
  ✓ Wash your hands before touching your face
  ✓ Treat freshly threaded skin gently
  ✓ Use a clean, cool compress if needed
  ✓ Follow any specific instructions given at your appointment

  AVOID ✕

  ✕ Rubbing, scratching or picking
  ✕ Scrubs or exfoliation
  ✕ Retinoids or strong acids on irritated skin
  ✕ Heavy makeup directly over skin that remains irritated
  ✕ Excessive heat or steam while your skin is sensitive
  ✕ Squeezing any small bumps

  AFTER 24–48 HOURS

  ✓ Resume your normal routine once your skin feels calm
  ✓ Continue gentle cleansing
  ✓ Reintroduce stronger skincare gradually
  ✓ Wait longer if the area is still red or irritated

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  WHAT’S NORMAL AFTER THREADING?

  You may temporarily notice:

  • Mild redness
  • Slight warmth or tenderness
  • Small follicular bumps
  • Mild sensitivity

  These should generally settle rather than progressively worsen.

  If you get little bumps:

  ✓ Keep the area clean
  ✓ Keep skincare simple
  ✓ Use a clean, cool compress if needed
  ✓ Give your skin time to settle

  DON’T ✕

  ✕ Pick or squeeze
  ✕ Scratch
  ✕ Aggressively exfoliate
  ✕ Apply several strong products trying to make them disappear

• Face Waxing

  Brows • Upper Lip • Chin • Sideburns • Full Face & More

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  Different skin can require different care. We offer multiple professional wax options, including options appropriate for more sensitive skin when suitable.

  Your esthetician considers your skin condition, sensitivity, hair and treatment area before beginning.

  BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT

  ✓ Come with clean skin when possible
  ✓ Tell us if your skin is sensitive or reactive
  ✓ Tell us about previous waxing reactions
  ✓ Tell us about allergies
  ✓ Tell us about retinoids or prescription skincare
  ✓ Tell us about acne medications
  ✓ Tell us about recent peels, lasers, microneedling or resurfacing treatments
  ✓ Tell us about recent sunburn or significant sun exposure

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  IMPORTANT: SKINCARE & MEDICATIONS

  Certain medications, retinoids and recent skin treatments can make your skin more vulnerable during waxing.

  Always tell us what you’re using before we wax your face.

  If waxing isn’t appropriate for your skin that day, we may recommend waiting or using another suitable hair-removal method instead.

  Please wait to book if you currently have:

  • Open or broken skin
  • Fresh sunburn
  • Active infection
  • Significant rash or irritation
  • Actively peeling skin
  • A fresh chemical peel
  • Skin that hasn’t healed from a recent procedure

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  WHAT TO EXPECT

  1. Consultation → We discuss what you’d like waxed and any skin concerns.

  2. Skin assessment → We check your skin before applying wax.

  3. Wax selection → We select an appropriate wax and approach for your skin and treatment area.

  4. Hair removal → Unwanted hair is carefully removed in controlled sections.

  5. Detail work → Remaining hairs are addressed where appropriate.

  6. Soothe + finish → Freshly waxed skin receives appropriate post-treatment care.

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  AFTERCARE + GUIDE

  FIRST 24–48 HOURS

  DO ✓

  ✓ Keep the area clean
  ✓ Use gentle skincare
  ✓ Keep your hands off freshly waxed skin
  ✓ Use a clean, cool compress if needed
  ✓ Protect exposed skin from the sun
  ✓ Follow any additional instructions given at your appointment

  AVOID ✕

  ✕ Scrubs or aggressive exfoliation
  ✕ Retinoids on freshly waxed or irritated skin
  ✕ AHAs/BHAs or other strong acids over the area
  ✕ Picking or scratching
  ✕ Very hot water directly over irritated skin
  ✕ Steam rooms or saunas while skin is sensitive
  ✕ Heavy rubbing
  ✕ Fragranced or irritating products on reactive skin
  ✕ Re-waxing the area yourself

  AFTER 24–48 HOURS

  ✓ Resume your routine once your skin feels normal
  ✓ Continue gentle cleansing
  ✓ Reintroduce stronger skincare gradually
  ✓ Continue daily sun protection

  If your skin is still red, tender, peeling or irritated, give it more time before restarting strong actives.

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  WHAT’S NORMAL AFTER FACIAL WAXING?

  You may temporarily notice:

  • Redness
  • Mild warmth
  • Slight tenderness
  • Small follicular bumps
  • Temporary sensitivity

  These should generally improve with time, not become progressively worse.

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  BUMPS & INGROWN HAIRS

  Small bumps can occasionally occur after either threading or waxing.

  DO ✓

  ✓ Keep the area clean
  ✓ Keep your routine gentle
  ✓ Allow irritation to settle
  ✓ Wait until your skin has recovered before exfoliating

  DON’T ✕

  ✕ Squeeze bumps
  ✕ Pick at the skin
  ✕ Dig for hairs
  ✕ Aggressively exfoliate fresh irritation
  ✕ Repeatedly wax or thread an inflamed area

💗 A LITTLE EXTRA CARE 💗

Every client’s skin is different, and we’re happy to give yours a little extra care when needed.

Whether your skin is naturally sensitive or simply feels more reactive after your service, just let us know.

At Brows & Beyond, additional post-treatment care is available when appropriate, including:

✓ Cold packs to help soothe temporary warmth, redness or discomfort
✓ Gentle post-treatment care
✓ Different professional wax options based on your skin and treatment area
✓ Extra time to let your skin settle before you leave
✓ Personalized guidance for caring for your skin at home

You don’t have to have “sensitive skin” to ask. If your skin feels uncomfortable or you simply want a little extra soothing after your treatment, let us know — we’re happy to help.

At home, use a clean, cool compress rather than placing ice directly on bare skin.