b e f o r e
Gently exfoliate the area to be sugared 3-4 days prior.
Light moisturizers day of are okay, please avoid any heavy or occlusive moisturizers before and after your service.
Avoid caffeine.
Avoid activities that elevate your body temperature. i.e., workouts, hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, etc. before and after your service.
Avoid contraindicated products and medications. Please inform us if you are using any of the items listed below.
Avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning beds.
Come well hydrated.
We kindly ask that you use a tampon or menstrual cup during your cycle.
We recommend spray tanning after your appointment as sugaring will remove your tan.
a f t e r
Avoid elevating your body temperature for the first 24-48 hours. i.e., working out, hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, etc.
Avoid swimming in any body of water for the first 24-48 hours.
Wear loose, breathable fabrics. (Cotton, linen, wool are ideal choices)
Avoid comedogenic or fragranced makeup + skin care products on the face for the first 24-48 hours.
m a i n t e n a n c e
Exfoliate gently 1-3 times a week using a gentle scrub or exfoliating mitt.
Moisturize daily.
If an ingrown hair occurs - hot compress, ice, gently exfoliate, moisturize, repeat. Whatever you do - don't pick!
Avoid shaving or tweezing in-between.
c o n t r a i n d i c a t i o n s
Accutane (Acne medication) – You must be off this medication for a minimum of one year before sugaring/waxing.
Adapalene (Acne medication)
Alustra (Retin A)
Avage (Acne medication)
Avita (Retin A)
Differin (Acne medication)
Isotretinoin (Accutane)
Renova (Retin A)
Retin A (Acne and Anti-aging medication)
Tazarac (Acne medication)
Tazarotene (Tazorac)
Tretinoin (Retin A)
Etc.
Please inform us if you are using any of the following:
Other Acne medications not listed above
Bleaching agents (typically used on the upper lip)
Bleaching agents for pigmentation of the skin i.e. Hydroquinone, Trilumena
Previous chemical depilatories such as Nair
Benzoyl Peroxide (ProActive)
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (Glycolic, Lactic)
Oral or Topical Antibiotics
Retinol - over the counter
Salicylic Acid
Other exfoliants
Additional Considerations:
Sunburned or irritated areas cannot be sugared/waxed.
Moles cannot be sugared/waxed.
You must wait a minimum of seven days before sugaring/waxing after a light chemical peel or Microdermabrasion.
Sugaring/waxing should not occur if you have had laser skin resurfacing within the past year.
We do not recommend sugaring/waxing if you have had a physician-administered peel within the past two years.
If irritation should occur, we recommend using an antibiotic ointment such as Neosporin to keep the area continually moist to avoid infection and scabbing.
Avoid sun exposure for the first two days following your treatment. Always wear SPF.