[header] How to treat wax burns [title] Submerge the burn in cold water for up to 20 minutes. [step] The first step with a wax burn is to cool the skin. Fill a sink, bathtub, or wash basin with cold water and soak the burn for at least 5, but preferably closer to 20, minutes. 
[substeps] If the burn is on your face, soak a towel in cold water and apply it to your face. You can also use an ice pack to cool the burn.