How to Get a Perfect Summer Wax Through Prep and Aftercare
Anjula Thakar, Waxing Expert and Salon System Educator shares her tips on Summer Pre & Post Wax and Aftercare to achieve the perfect waxing result.
Whether during a pandemic or a regular month, summer is always the busiest time for waxing treatments. If your clients would like super smooth hair free skin for up to 14 days ensure that your clients prepare the area of the body to be waxed efficiently and effectively. The hair must be grown long enough for the treatment to be successful which can be challenging in the summer months but worth it! Two to three weeks of growth is ideal.
The end result from any waxing treatment is all in the prep of the area. Clients should be gentle exfoliating the area to be waxed 24 hours before with a mitt or exfoliator as this will allow the hair to be removed more easily during the treatment and could prevent ingrown hairs. It is especially beneficial to pay attention to any areas that are prone to dehydration or dryness as hair being removed from these areas seem to be more stubborn. Discourage clients to be heavy handed whilst exfoliating as this could irritate the skin, and they should avoid doing this the day before if they have sensitive skin. Clients should be booked in for a patch test prior to having a waxing treatment, to check to see if they have any concerns or contraindications.
Moisturising regularly will keep the area hydrated and ready to be waxed. The client should shower before arrival which allows for the hair to be removed more easily as there will be less oils on the skin. I recommend to also check that the clients have not been sunbathing within the last 24-48 hours, and always observe the areas for any tenderness, inflammation
Clients should be advised to wear loose clothing for the treatment to allow the skin to breathe and certainly will be more comfortable for the client. It is essential that clients are given the correct aftercare advice. It could even be communicated before the appointment so that the client knows what they may experience during the treatment, for example tingling, blood spotting AND what they should avoid doing for 24-48 hours after the treatment for example scratching, exercise and sunbathing. The correct aftercare product should be applied after waxing, it can be an oil, gel or cream which soothes the area and combats any discomfort.
Approximately 3 days after the treatment the clients can gently exfoliate the area to prevent ingrown hairs but only for 2-3 times a week followed by a kind moisturiser. Be sure to book in your client between 3-6 weeks, and kindly ask your client to avoid shaving in the interim.