Post-Waxing Cure

While reading some excerpts from Susie Galvez's (esthetician, makeup artist, cosmetic product formulator, and author of eight books on beauty and lifestyle) book Ooh la la! Perfect Face, I came across this natural, at-home recipe for soothing your skin after being waxed.

Its a pretty simple recipe and I'm sure many of you will thank me for this.


What you will need:
3 cups of chamomile tea
cotton guaze
cotton ball
water (as required)
milk (as required)

1) Make chamomile tea following the instructions on the packet
2) Allow it to cool completely
3) Pour mixture into ice cube tray and freeze
4) Once frozen, wrap in a cotton guaze
5) Gently rub the frozen cube over waxed area for about 5 minutes
6) Dip cotton ball in plain milk and rub over area for 5 minutes
7) Enjoy

Waxing: Prep and After Care

Body waxing has increased in popularity in recent years. With bathing suit season in full swing, women are turning to waxing to clean the bikini line and other areas.
Many people who have never been waxed are extremely reluctant. While waxing isn't completely pain-free, there are ways to prepare yourself before going in.

Preparing for your appointment

1) Hair must be 1/4''-1/2'' long, or at least 3 weeks of growth. If your hair is too short the wax cannot grip the hair to pull it out. If your hair is too long, the hair will break and the service will be less comfortable. It is a good idea to shave three weeks before your appointment or trim your hair just prior to your appointment.

2) Depending on your tolerance for pain, it may be a good idea to take ibuprofen or use a numbing cream, like No Scream Cream.

3) In he days prior to your wax, prep the area to be waxed by exfoliating using a loofah or exfoliating glove and/or an exfoliating body wash. Exfoliating will open your hair follicles for hair removal.

After Care

1) I always tell my my clients to exfoliate after waxing to help prevent ingrown hairs. I recommend waiting at least 48 hours.

2) Exfoliation in conjunction with razor/hair bump solution will help to reduce/prevent ingrown hairs. In a previous post I featured MiN New York Razor Bump Treatment. I have used Tend Skin for years, but I just purchased Skin Tight Ladies Razor Bump Solution.

3) Avoid tight clothes, sun, chlorine, steam, hot water, deodorant and scrubs for about 12 hours after waxing. Some redness, small spots or bumps are normal but should subside in a few hours.

I swear by waxing and wouldn't have it any other way, from legs to underarms to bikini, it's coming off and I always love the results.