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• Steps
• Method 1 of 2: Eliminate Irritation After Waxing
• Method 2 of 2: Prevent Waxing Lumps
• What do you need

Getting rid of small red bumps after waxing can be done quickly and painlessly. Eliminate these unpleasant effects by exfoliating and keeping the epilation area clean. You can also use a cold compress after the procedure to prevent irritation. What's more, do not apply lotion or oil to freshly epilated skin.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Eliminate Irritation After Waxing

1. 1 Keep the epilation area clean. It is very important to maintain good hygiene in this area, especially during the first days after the wax procedure. Sweat and dirt can build up on newly epilated skin, causing these unpleasant breakouts. Take a shower at least once a day while thoroughly cleaning the epilation area. SPECIALIST'S ADVICE

   

   Melissa jannes

   
   
   Licensed cosmetologist and Brazilian waxing instructor Melissa Jennis is a licensed cosmetologist and owner of Maebee's Beauty Studio in Philadelphia.It works alone and by appointment only, offers quality services and an individual approach. Also provides training for Universal Companies, a leading support and supply company for more than 30,000 spa professionals in 47 countries. She received her cosmetology degree from Middletown Beauty School in 2008 and is licensed in the states of New York and Pennsylvania. In 2012, her bikini waxing procedure won the Best of Beauty award from Allure magazine.

   Melissa jannes
   Licensed cosmetologist and Brazilian waxing teacher

   Do not pick out the inflamed area. Sometimes people develop swelling after waxing, and the reason for this is a histamine reaction. However, most often these are ingrown hairs or folliculitis, and it is important not to touch and even more so not to pick out the inflamed area.

   
   
2. 2 Exfoliate several times a week to get rid of ingrown hairs. They are formed due to the fact that after waxing, dead skin cells can accumulate and clog hair follicles. Try replacing your regular towel with an exfoliating towel. Moisten it and gently rub the epilated area with your favorite soap or shower gel.
   • An exfoliating towel can be purchased at your local pharmacy or online.
   • You can also try topical exfoliating products such as salicylic acid after-epilation cream. Use only on clean skin and follow package directions carefully.
   • Exfoliating can help prevent and combat irritation.
   SPECIALIST'S ADVICE

   If you notice ingrown hairs, keep the area clean and dry, exfoliate 2-3 times a week, and use an ingrown hair serum or cream.

   
   

   

   Melissa jannes

   Licensed cosmetologist and Brazilian waxing instructor Melissa Jennis is a licensed cosmetologist and owner of Maebee's Beauty Studio in Philadelphia. It works alone and by appointment only, offers quality services and an individual approach. Also provides training for Universal Companies, a leading support and supply company for more than 30,000 spa professionals in 47 countries. She received her cosmetology degree from Middletown Beauty School in 2008 and is licensed in the states of New York and Pennsylvania. In 2012, her bikini waxing procedure won the Best of Beauty award from Allure magazine.

   Melissa jannes
   Licensed cosmetologist and Brazilian waxing teacher

3. 3 Use a warm hydrogen peroxide compress to treat painful ingrown hairs. If, after waxing, you develop bumps that are painful to touch and / or that are swollen on the surface, it is most likely infected ingrown hairs. In this case, apply a warm compress to the inflamed area. Let it sit for 1-2 minutes and then wipe the area with a cotton pad dipped in hydrogen peroxide.
   • You can apply a warm compress several times to smooth out the swelling.
4. 4 Use a hydrocortisone ointment. To relieve irritation after epilation, you can try to calm the inflammation. After the procedure, apply a small amount of 1% hydrocortisone ointment to the epilated area with light patches. For example, after epilating the eyebrows, it is sufficient to apply a pea-sized amount of ointment. For a larger area, more funds will be required.
   • Apply the ointment in a thin, even layer.
5. 5 Consult a dermatologist. If you keep getting ingrown hairs after waxing, you may need to make an appointment with a dermatologist. The specialist will determine the cause of the ingrown hair, for example, a predisposition to this unpleasant consequence, and will also tell you whether waxing is right for you as a way to get rid of unwanted vegetation. Perhaps he will offer you a replacement in the form of a depilatory or laser hair removal sessions.

Method 2 of 2: Prevent Waxing Lumps

1. 1 After waxing, apply a mild cleanser. After completing the procedure, gently wash the area with a mild cleanser. Do not use soap or scrubs, as they can irritate newly waxed skin. For example, if you've waxed your eyebrows, wash with your usual mild facial cleanser.
   • If you have removed body hair, olive oil soap, also known as Castile soap, can be used as a gentle cleanser.
2. 2 Apply witch hazel after your procedure. This will help soothe the skin after waxing. Soak a cotton pad in the product and stroke the area that was epilated with stroking movements. Witch hazel can be bought at your local pharmacy or ordered online.
3. 3 Do not apply lotions or oils after waxing. Lotions, oils, and other types of moisturizers can clog pores on newly waxed skin. Do not apply these products immediately after the procedure. If you feel like your skin needs extra hydration, try aloe vera gel.
4. 4 Try a cold compress after waxing. One of the popular ways to get rid of irritation after this procedure is to cool. Apply ice to the area to reduce inflammation. Make sure the ice pack or other bag you put the ice in is clean, otherwise you could inadvertently introduce dirt and bacteria onto your epilated skin.
   • The cold compress can be used as often as you like.
5. 5 Wear loose clothing. Tight clothing can trap dirt and sweat, causing irritation after waxing. Try to wear loose and breathable clothing after the procedure. This will allow your skin to breathe and may help prevent irritation.
   • So, after waxing, do not wear tights or leggings. Give preference to loose pants or a skirt.

What do you need

• Wax
• Hydrocortisone ointment
• Ice or cold compress
• Casual clothes
• Witch hazel