CARE GUIDELINES

Facial Waxing Care Guide

Facial skin is more delicate than the rest of the body, so a few extra precautions before and after waxing help keep your skin comfortable and your results smooth.

WHY IT MATTERS

Why Aftercare Matters for Your Results

Because facial skin is thinner and more sensitive, proper prep and gentle aftercare help prevent irritation and keep your results looking clean and smooth.

care Guidelines

Pre & Post Care Tips

Skin is immediately smoother after treatment, with minor redness common for a few hours.

Pre Care Guidelines

- Let hair grow to at least a quarter inch for the best results.
- Avoid retinoids or other strong actives on the treatment area for a few days prior.
- Avoid sun exposure or tanning right before your appointment.
- Come in with clean skin, free of makeup in the treatment area.
- Let your esthetician know about any skin sensitivities.

Post Care Guidelines

- Avoid hot showers, saunas, or excessive heat for 24 hours after waxing.
- Skip makeup on the treated area for a few hours to let skin calm down.
- Use a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer if any redness occurs.
- Avoid direct sun exposure on the treated area for the first 24 hours.
- Avoid touching or picking at the treated area as any redness resolves.
WHAT TO EXPECT

Your Facial Waxing Recovery Timeline

Skin is immediately smoother after treatment, with minor redness common for a few hours.

Hours 1 to 4

Mild redness is common and typically resolves within a few hours.

Day 1 to 2

Skin fully calms down, revealing smooth, hair-free results.

Week 3 to 4

Results are best maintained with your next scheduled waxing appointment.

FAQ

Any Questions?

How should I prepare for Facial Waxing?

Let hair grow to at least a quarter inch for the best results. Avoid retinoids or other strong actives on the treatment area for a few days prior.

What should I avoid after Facial Waxing?

Avoid hot showers, saunas, or excessive heat for 24 hours after waxing. Skip makeup on the treated area for a few hours to let skin calm down.

How much downtime is there after Facial Waxing?

Skin is immediately smoother after treatment, with minor redness common for a few hours.

When will I see full results from Facial Waxing?

By Week 3 to 4, results are best maintained with your next scheduled waxing appointment.

What's normal to experience right after Facial Waxing?

In the first stage of recovery (Hours 1 to 4), mild redness is common and typically resolves within a few hours.

When should I contact my provider after Facial Waxing?

Contact your provider if you notice unusual swelling, prolonged discomfort, or anything that doesn't match what was discussed during your consultation. Most patients recover as expected, but your provider would rather hear from you with questions than have you worry unnecessarily.

Want To Know More?

Reach out directly and our team will get you the answer.

Need More Info About Your Recovery? Contact Our Team

Every recovery looks a little different, and your provider is the best resource for questions specific to your treatment and healing timeline. If anything feels off or you're just not sure what's normal, don't wait, reach out and we'll help you sort it out.