Waxing can help people with these conditions improve their appearance and self-esteem.
Choosing an Esthetician
Because hair waxing is a procedure, safety and hygiene are essential.
All states except for Connecticut require esthetician licensing.
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Pain
Yanking hairs out from the root can hurt.
Practice deep breathing while you wax.
When you anticipate pain, you may unintentionally hold your breath.
Unfortunately, holding your breath can make the pain worse.Simple breathing techniquescan decrease anxiety and pain.
Afterward, applying cold packs to painful areas and keeping bath and shower temperatures lukewarm can help alleviate discomfort.
In addition, friction from tight fabrics can exacerbate post-wax pain.
Tight clothing is also a risk factor forfolliculitis(see below for information on this condition).
So, keep clothing loose.
Many people find that the more frequently and regularly they wax, the less uncomfortable the process becomes.
This process results in tiny bumps that canresemble pimples.
Infection is a possible side effect of ingrown hairs.
To prevent them, exfoliate skin before and after waxing.
Exfoliation removes dead skin and debris and helps keep hairs pointing in the right direction.
When waxing yourself, pull the cloth strip off in the opposite direction of how the hair grows.
Doing so will help ensure you get all the hair, leaving none behind that can become ingrown.
The waxing process itself can also cause inflammation.
These things can contribute to post-waxingbreakouts.
If you’re waxing your own skin, ensure to wear surgical gloves.
After waxing, avoid using any oil-based products on your skin, and don’t touch the area.
It’s okay to usewitch hazeloraloe verato help soothe your skin.
This can cause some skin irritation and redness.
For most people, the redness fades a few minutes after the waxing.
Allergic Reactions
Some people can have an allergic reaction to waxing.
you’re able to perform a series of allergy tests to determine an allergic reaction to rosin.
An allergic reaction may cause itchy bumps and a burning or stinging sensation in the skin.
This throw in of reaction can also be aggravated by the soap or laundry detergents you use.
Look for a wax that is rosin-free, fragrance-free, and formulated for sensitive skin.
This sensitivity is especially likely to happen if you take ahormonal contraceptive, like birth control pills.
Bleeding or Bruising
Although it happens rarely, waxing can cause trauma to the skin.
Folliculitis
Folliculitisis a bacterial skin infection that can result from hair follicle damage.Shaving can also cause it.
One study found that folliculitis from waxing occurs most often on the arms.
You also should not wax, shave, or pluck hair for at least 30 days.
Stubborn folliculitis may require antibiotics.
Infection
Infectionis not a usual side effect of waxing.
Summary
People with conditions such as PCOS often have excessive hair growth.
Waxing can be an excellent option for managing unwanted hair.
However, it can result in side effects, like pain, infections, and ingrown hairs.
A Word From Verywell
Some pain with waxing is expected.
However, waxing should never result in skin trauma.
If you notice injury or signs of infection after waxing, talk to a healthcare provider right away.
Often, you’ve got the option to manage skin infections with at-home care.
However, getting medical advice early on can help speed the recovery process.
If needed, you’re able to use safety scissors to trim the hair to this length.
Post-wax care can involve pain management and moisturizer to soothe the skin.
Wrap an ice pack in a towel and apply it to waxed areas for 15-minute intervals.
Afterward, use an oil-free or non-comedogenic moisturizer and gently apply it to the waxed skin.
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