Waxing off unwanted hair from your face or body comes with its positives and negatives. Sure, you are hair-free for longer than you would be post-shaving and won’t get that tell-tale stubble, but let’s get serious for a minute — the pain is real! The quick yank that pulls away the hair can bother even the most resilient of skin after the waxing session is over, that is, unless you follow the tips we lay out below. Want to know how you can care for your skin after waxing? Here’s how to get it done.
Tip #1: Wear Comfortable Clothing
Getting areas like your bikini line or armpits waxed might seem like a piece of cake — but, if you aren’t careful, these areas can become irritated from the rubbing of your jeans or wool sweater. When going in for a wax, we recommend wearing comfortable clothing—like a pair of cotton sweatpants and a soft, cotton t-shirt under your sweater — to ensure that your sensitive post-wax skin doesn’t get irritated with you and your decision to get waxed in the first place. Loose clothing may also be a good idea, as you don’t want to rub your freshly waxed skin the wrong way… literally! Read more…
