wax pre-care

  • Do not shave or exfoliate the day of the treatment.

  • Schedule waxing appointments 5-7 days prior to active chemical exfoliation or microdermabrasion, 14 days prior for sensitive skin.

  • Avoid sensitizing products with artificial fragrances, harsh preservatives and dyes.

  • Get a signed consent from your medical professional prior to your appointment if there is any question about interactions with medications or sensitive health conditions. Contraindications: Accutane, Retin-A, etc..

  • If you have a history of immune dysfunction, resistant bacterial infections or extreme ingrown hair, please get approval from your medical professional prior to appointment.

  • Please arrive freshly showered for all waxing appointments.

  • Extensive waxing including Brazilian bikini wax may require special preparation. Please trim all hair to approximately 1⁄4 inch (or add trim to service) in length prior to appointment for best results.

Wax after-care

  • Avoid sunlight – light exposure without sunscreen will result in undesirable pigmentation. (freckles and patches)

  • Be gentle with your skin. Do not use exfoliating products or acne treatments or alpha hydroxy acid products for 5-7 days.

  • Focus on moisture and barrier protection, with items like barrier repair, vaseline or desitin ointment.

  • Do not re-wax over treated area for 5-7 days, or 14 days for sensitive skin.

  • Avoid products with artificial fragrance and dyes.

  • When receiving brazilian wax, avoid sexual contact for 48 hours after waxing.

  • Gently exfoliate with loofah, white washcloth or aha cleansers to prevent ingrown hairs between waxing sessions.

  • If you have any questions or concerns about anything whatsoever please feel free to call us so we can assist you at the telephone numbers provided above.

  • Apply SPF 30+ every 2 hours for the first 48 hours, even if you do not plan on being in the sun.

lash extensions after-care

FIRST 24 HOURS:

  • Avoid moisture, hot showers, saunas, swimming pools and steam facials. • Avoid makeup around the eyes.

MAINTENANCE:

  • We recommend a follow up appointment every 2-3 weeks.

LASH CLEANING:

  • Clean your lashes with lash cleanser at least every other day. You can do this with your fingers or a brush. If you wear eye make-up daily, they need to be cleansed daily.

  • Allow your lashes to dry before brushing them into place with a spoolie. Brush as needed throughout the day.

GENERAL CARE:

  • Avoid mascara.

  • Do not use oil based products around your eyes, only use water based eye makeup remover or use a lash cleanser to remove makeup around the eye area.

  • Never use an eyelash curler on eyelash extensions.

  • Use a gentle lash cleanser and a brush to gently wash your eyes.

  • Do not rub, pull or pick eyelash extensions.

  • If there is a need for removal of extensions, please see a Vi licensed professional.

QUESTIONS:

If you have any questions, please call us at 205-736-1423