To ensure a successful waxing experience, please be aware of the following guidelines.

 

WARNING: Waxing is never done on clients taking Accutane and is not recommended for clients taking Retin A, Renova, Differin or other types of skin thinning or acne medications.

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• Accutane (Acne medication) - You must be off this medication treatment course a minimum of 6 months prior to waxing.

• Adapalene (Acne medication)

• Alustra (Retin A)

• Avage (See Tazorac - Acne medication)

• Avita (See Retin A)

• Differin (Acne medication)

• Isotretinoin (See Accutane)

• Renova (See Retin A)

• Retin A (Acne and Anti-aging medication)

• Tazorac (Acne medication)

• Tazarotene (See Tazorac)

• Tretinoin (See Retin A)

 

CAUTION: If you are currently using any of the following, please inform your technician. These products can make the skin more sensitive and vulnerable to lifting and sensitivity during waxing.

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• Other Acne medications not listed above

• Bleaching agents for hair (used mostly for upper lip)

• Bleaching agents for pigmentation of skin (Hydroquinone, Trilumina)

• Previous chemical depilatories such as Nair

• Benzoyl Peroxide (ProActive)

• Alpha Hydroxy Acids (Glycolic, Lactic)

• Oral Antibiotics

• Topical Antibiotics

• Retinol

• Salicylic Acid

 

PRECAUTIONS:

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• Sunburned, irritated or areas with open skin cannot be waxed.

• Moles cannot be waxed.

• Please wait a minimum of seven (7) days before waxing after a light chemical peel or Microdermabrasion.

• Do not get waxed within 24 hours of tanning (in sun or tanning booth).

• If irritation should occur, use an antibiotic ointment such as Neosporin to avoid infection and scabbing.

• It's recommended that you not exercise, take hot baths, use abrasives, or tan for 24 hours following a waxing treatment.

• Women may experience extra sensitivity to waxing up to a week prior to the beginning of their menses.

• Please notify us if you've undergone any procedures that increase the sensitivity of your skin!