Things To Know If It's Your First Time Waxing At Home

From the technical bits to the topmost tips, our guide on waxing at-home covers everything you need to achieve that smoother look you’ve always wanted!

For many people, waxing can be slightly daunting. Sure, a little discomfort is to be expected, but the benefits far outweigh this. And once you get used to it, you’ll wonder why you hadn’t done it sooner.

Plus, if you shop our wax products today, you can take advantage of our free delivery! Now that’s what we’d call temping. 

This may seem like a pretty obvious place to start, but there are so many people who insist on shaving before a wax.

Make sure you’re not one of them! Not only does shaving defeat the purpose of waxing, but it can also cause the overall waxing experience to be longer, more painful, and far more difficult than necessary.

You should aim to leave hair between ¼ - ½ of an inch long before waxing. Allowing for some length ensures both an adequate grasp and easier removal, which in turn promises smoother, cleaner results.

Of course, if you fancy a quick trim, go right ahead; just take care not to overdo it.

It’s definitely worth lightly exfoliating a day or two before you wax. This will help remove any dead skin cells (as well as ingrown hairs) and adequately prepare the area for your chosen waxing treatment.

Remember not to scrub too hard; you should begin softly and then gradually build it up – but excessive force is a no-no! A pre-care skin moisturiser can also come in handy.

Getting rid of any bacteria from the skin is good preparation for effective waxing, and this type of product helps you reach the best results.

Whatever you do, though, be sure not to leave anything feeling sensitive afterwards, as doing so takes waxing off the table completely.

Like sensitive skin, you shouldn’t wax any area of your body where it’s sore. You also should not aggravate open wounds; just postpone the wax till you’re fully healed.

This also applies to sunburnt skin, which can be very painful if it’s still tight and irritating. Bottom line: wait until your skin’s back to its clear, healthy state (with optimum hydration) before waxing.

If it’s your first time waxing at home, it is advised to do a patch test beforehand, just to check everything’s as it should be.

As we mentioned before, sunburnt skin is not suitable for waxing treatments. If you go on holiday a lot, for example, it’s understandable that you’d want to make waxing a vital part of your beauty routine; the smoothness it brings will help achieve a flawless tan.

As such, you’re going to want to keep an eye on your skin before every waxing session. And afterwards, too; it’s wise to steer clear of sunbeds and sunbathing for at least 24 hours post-treatment.

This is because waxing makes the skin super sensitive and you could be doing yourself more harm than good by immediately heading outdoors to soak up some rays. 

Many times, with waxing, patience is key.

To get the most out of your treatment, it’s worth knowing how to properly look after yourself once the waxing is complete.

In many cases, simply applying the right after-care lotion is sufficient. This will help protect the skin from irritation and infection. 

Other effective post-treatment measures include: