Prepare Your Skin for Waxing!

I like keeping my skin smooth and hairless for weeks at a time, waxing is the only way to go for me! It’s a perfect solution for all my hairier spots.

La Vita Spas (www.lavitaspas.com) have a range of waxing treatments you can choose from that will suit your needs. When visiting the Spa a little skin care preparation can go a long way in making your waxing appointment less painless, and most importantly effective. Here are a few tips on how to prepare yourself in advance for a waxing skin treatment.

Check Your Skin

Always examine your skin before your appointment. Broken or inflamed dermis will need time to heal before it’s waxed.

Next, check that your hair is the right length. It should be just long enough for the wax to grip. Any longer or shorter can be painful.

Exfoliate Lightly

Exfoliating loosens away dead skin and prevents ingrown hairs. Skip harsh scrubs a few days before you go to the spa for a wax.

Moisturize Your Skin

Be sure to moisturize in the days leading up to the appointment. It will allow the skin to more easily relax. Never do it on the day of your appointment, because it can coat the hair and interfere with the wax’s grip, rendering your waxing service painful and useless.

Keep Your Skin Clean

Especially for sensitive areas, like the bikini wax, keep your skin as clean as possible. Waxing opens the skin up to infection, particularly in areas normally warm or damp. Take special care to keep these areas squeaky clean before waxing.