the night before waxing. Gently exfoliating before a wax can help prevent ingrown hairs and folliculitis. The day before you go in for a wax, wash your face with a mild facial exfoliant. Don’t scrub hard – just gently massage your face with your fingertips or a clean washcloth, using circular movements. Re-using waxing applicators, or failing to properly sanitize waxing equipment, can spread bacteria, fungal infections, and even viruses that can cause rashes. Always wash your hands and face before waxing, and never double-dip a waxing applicator. If you get waxed at a salon, make sure the technician wears gloves and uses sterile, properly stored equipment. Using an ice pack or cold compress on the waxed area for 15-20 minutes immediately after you wax can help soothe your skin. Cooling your skin will also close up your pores and follicles, and prevent bacteria from getting in. An aloe-based after-wax cooling gel can also soothe irritated skin and help prevent bumps and breakouts. Although it is tempting to feel your smooth, freshly-waxed skin, too much touching can irritate the skin and introduce bacteria. Don’t touch your skin more than you have to (e.g., for washing or applying moisturizers) until it has had a couple of days to heal. Before and after waxing, use a gentle moisturizer that is free from dyes, perfumes, and oils. These ingredients can irritate your skin and clog your pores. Use a gentle moisturizer like aloe or witch hazel instead. Excessive sweating can clog your pores, irritate your skin, and contribute to breakouts. If you need to work out, do so well before you wax, or wait until your skin has had several days to heal after waxing. If waxing regularly causes you to develop a rash or break out, you may need to consider a different hair-removal method. Try a depilatory or hair-removal cream designed to be safe for your face, or get a consultation to find out if you are a good candidate for laser hair removal.  Laser hair removal is not a good option for shaping your eyebrows. Use a hair removal cream that is designed for use with eyebrows, or try another method, such as plucking.
قشّري وجهكِ استخدمي أدوات نظيفة كل مرة عند إزالة الشعر بالشمع. ضعي الكمادات الباردة على بشرتكِ بعد إزالة الشعر مباشرة. تجنَّبي لمس المنطقة المزال منها الشعر بالشمع. استعملي مرطبًا خاليًا من الزيوت. تجنَّبي ممارسة الرياضة قبل عملية إزالة الشعر بالشمع أو بعدها مباشرة. جرّبي بديلًا للإزالة بالشمع.