Pre & Post Care
Learn how to prepare for your wax, care for your skin after, and keep your results smooth and long-lasting.
Before your Wax Service
Waxing Prep Guide
Exfoliate 24–48 hrs before (ingrown hair serum/brush).
Hair should be ~¼ inch long.
Stop retinoids/Accutane before waxing.
No lotions, oils, or deodorant day of.
Shower before your appointment.
Wear loose, comfy clothes.
Take ibuprofen 30–60 mins before (if safe).
Avoid caffeine + alcohol day of.
Skip tanning/sun exposure 24–48 hrs prior.
Stay hydrated.
Eat a light meal before coming.
You can wax on your cycle — wear a tampon or cup.
Come relaxed — we’ll take care of the rest.
Waxing Prep Guide
Exfoliate 24–48 hrs before (ingrown hair serum/brush).
Hair should be ~¼ inch long.
Stop retinoids/Accutane before waxing.
No lotions, oils, or deodorant day of.
Shower before your appointment.
Wear loose, comfy clothes.
Take ibuprofen 30–60 mins before (if safe).
Avoid caffeine + alcohol day of.
Skip tanning/sun exposure 24–48 hrs prior.
Stay hydrated.
Eat a light meal before coming.
You can wax on your cycle — wear a tampon or cup.
Come relaxed — we’ll take care of the rest.
Hair growth requirements:
For the best results, hair should be about 3–4 weeks of growth or at least ¼–1 inch long (about the length of a grain of rice).
Growth cycles vary by individual. Your shaving or waxing history can affect how quickly hair grows back, so plan your appointment accordingly.
Why waxing over shaving:
Shaving only removes hair at the surface, which means stubble can return in just 1–3 days.
Waxing removes the hair from the root — you’ll notice the tiny white bulbs at the end of the follicle. This gives you smooth, hair-free skin for weeks instead of days.
Exfoliation prep:
Exfoliate gently 1–2 days before your appointment using a dry brush, body scrub, or exfoliating mitt.
This removes dead skin cells, helps prevent ingrown hairs, and ensures hair lifts cleanly during waxing.
Avoid exfoliating the day of your service to prevent irritation.
Hygiene tip:
Please shower before your appointment. This keeps the process clean, sanitary, and more comfortable for both client and esthetician.
On your cycle:
Yes, you can absolutely wax while on your period. Simply wear a fresh tampon or menstrual cup before your service.
Sensitivity may be slightly higher during this time — that’s completely normal, and nothing to feel embarrassed about.
Hair growth requirements:
For the best results, hair should be about 3–4 weeks of growth or at least ¼–1 inch long (about the length of a grain of rice).
Growth cycles vary by individual. Your shaving or waxing history can affect how quickly hair grows back, so plan your appointment accordingly.
Why waxing over shaving:
Shaving only removes hair at the surface, which means stubble can return in just 1–3 days.
Waxing removes the hair from the root — you’ll notice the tiny white bulbs at the end of the follicle. This gives you smooth, hair-free skin for weeks instead of days.
Exfoliation prep:
Exfoliate gently 1–2 days before your appointment using a dry brush, body scrub, or exfoliating mitt.
This removes dead skin cells, helps prevent ingrown hairs, and ensures hair lifts cleanly during waxing.
Avoid exfoliating the day of your service to prevent irritation.
Hygiene tip:
Please shower before your appointment. This keeps the process clean, sanitary, and more comfortable for both client and esthetician.
On your cycle:
Yes, you can absolutely wax while on your period. Simply wear a fresh tampon or menstrual cup before your service.
Sensitivity may be slightly higher during this time — that’s completely normal, and nothing to feel embarrassed about.
After your Wax Service
Post-Wax Care Guide
Avoid exfoliating for 48–72 hours right after waxing.
Keep skin clean and dry for the first 24 hours.
Wear loose, breathable clothing to reduce irritation.
Skip hot baths, saunas, or steam rooms for 24–48 hours.
Avoid swimming pools, oceans, and hot tubs for 24–48 hours.
Hold off on heavy workouts and sweating for 24 hours.
Don’t touch, pick, or scratch waxed skin.
Avoid tanning or direct sun exposure for 48 hours.
Exfoliate 3x per week starting 72 hours after your wax.
Use Kitty Serum twice weekly.
Dry brush or use a gentle scrub once weekly (spaced 2–3 days from serum use).
Hydrate daily with Kitty Lotion for soft, glowing skin.
Apply Kitty Cure as needed for pesky ingrown hairs.
Post-Wax Care Guide
Avoid exfoliating for 48–72 hours right after waxing.
Keep skin clean and dry for the first 24 hours.
Wear loose, breathable clothing to reduce irritation.
Skip hot baths, saunas, or steam rooms for 24–48 hours.
Avoid swimming pools, oceans, and hot tubs for 24–48 hours.
Hold off on heavy workouts and sweating for 24 hours.
Don’t touch, pick, or scratch waxed skin.
Avoid tanning or direct sun exposure for 48 hours.
Exfoliate 3x per week starting 72 hours after your wax.
Use Kitty Serum twice weekly.
Dry brush or use a gentle scrub once weekly (spaced 2–3 days from serum use).
Hydrate daily with Kitty Lotion for soft, glowing skin.
Apply Kitty Cure as needed for pesky ingrown hairs.
To achieve the smoothest results and protect your skin after waxing, it’s important to follow these steps:
First 24–48 hours:
Avoid pools, hot tubs, saunas, tanning, and direct sun exposure.
Skip sex, workouts, or any activity that causes sweating and friction — this prevents irritation and bacteria entering open follicles.
Wear loose, breathable clothing to let your skin recover.
Soothe & hydrate:
Use calming post-care products right after your service. At Sphynx Wax Studio, we provide everything you need: Kitty Lotion to hydrate and soothe, Kitty Cure for pesky ingrowns, and serums to calm sensitivity.
Exfoliation (start 72 hours post-wax):
Gently exfoliate 2–3 times per week to prevent ingrown hairs and discoloration.
Rotate methods: dry brushing once weekly, and Kitty Serum 2x per week, spacing them 2–3 days apart.
Exfoliation not only keeps skin smooth but also helps reduce hyperpigmentation over time.
For clients seeking extra help with hyperpigmentation: Ask about our Skin Script Retinol and Glycolic Toner Pads. They can be purchased in-house or ordered personally and delivered directly to you for continued home care.
Consistency is key:
Schedule your wax every 4–5 weeks depending on your growth cycle.
With consistent waxing, hair regrows thinner, softer, and more sparse. Over time, your maintenance routine becomes easier and results last longer.
At Sphynx, we believe your wax is only half the experience — how you care for your skin afterward is what keeps it glowing, smooth, and healthy.
To achieve the smoothest results and protect your skin after waxing, it’s important to follow these steps:
First 24–48 hours:
Avoid pools, hot tubs, saunas, tanning, and direct sun exposure.
Skip sex, workouts, or any activity that causes sweating and friction — this prevents irritation and bacteria entering open follicles.
Wear loose, breathable clothing to let your skin recover.
Soothe & hydrate:
Use calming post-care products right after your service. At Sphynx Wax Studio, we provide everything you need: Kitty Lotion to hydrate and soothe, Kitty Cure for pesky ingrowns, and serums to calm sensitivity.
Exfoliation (start 72 hours post-wax):
Gently exfoliate 2–3 times per week to prevent ingrown hairs and discoloration.
Rotate methods: dry brushing once weekly, and Kitty Serum 2x per week, spacing them 2–3 days apart.
Exfoliation not only keeps skin smooth but also helps reduce hyperpigmentation over time.
For clients seeking extra help with hyperpigmentation: Ask about our Skin Script Retinol and Glycolic Toner Pads. They can be purchased in-house or ordered personally and delivered directly to you for continued home care.
Consistency is key:
Schedule your wax every 4–5 weeks depending on your growth cycle.
With consistent waxing, hair regrows thinner, softer, and more sparse. Over time, your maintenance routine becomes easier and results last longer.
At Sphynx, we believe your wax is only half the experience — how you care for your skin afterward is what keeps it glowing, smooth, and healthy.
Vajacial Aftercare Instructions
Wait 48 hours before applying moisturizer.
Avoid sun exposure for at least 24 hours.
Skip hot baths and hot showers immediately after your vajacial — it’s best to wait until the next day to shower.
Avoid heavy exercise or activities that cause sweating for at least 24 hours.
Do not use exfoliating products for 72 hours, as they may irritate freshly treated skin.
To preserve your treatment, avoid showering the area for the first 24 hours. A light “bird bath” is recommended, then you can resume normal showering the next day.
Wait 48 hours before applying moisturizer.
Avoid sun exposure for at least 24 hours.
Skip hot baths and hot showers immediately after your vajacial — it’s best to wait until the next day to shower.
Avoid heavy exercise or activities that cause sweating for at least 24 hours.
Do not use exfoliating products for 72 hours, as they may irritate freshly treated skin.
To preserve your treatment, avoid showering the area for the first 24 hours. A light “bird bath” is recommended, then you can resume normal showering the next day.
Book your session today but BEFORE you book, please read the following:
Prior to your waxing appointment, you should have about 3–4 weeks of hair growth. A minimum length of ¼ inch to 1 inch of hair is required for hair removal services (at least the length of a grain of rice). Three to four weeks is the average amount of time it should take for enough hair to be present for removal by your esthetician; however, it depends on the individual. Your current shaving or wax routine may affect your hair growth timeline differently. Please schedule your appointment accordingly.
Book your session today but BEFORE you book, please read the following:
Prior to your waxing appointment, you should have about 3–4 weeks of hair growth. A minimum length of ¼ inch to 1 inch of hair is required for hair removal services (at least the length of a grain of rice). Three to four weeks is the average amount of time it should take for enough hair to be present for removal by your esthetician; however, it depends on the individual. Your current shaving or wax routine may affect your hair growth timeline differently. Please schedule your appointment accordingly.
Book your session today but BEFORE you book, please read the following:
Prior to your waxing appointment, you should have about 3–4 weeks of hair growth. A minimum length of ¼ inch to 1 inch of hair is required for hair removal services (at least the length of a grain of rice). Three to four weeks is the average amount of time it should take for enough hair to be present for removal by your esthetician; however, it depends on the individual. Your current shaving or wax routine may affect your hair growth timeline differently. Please schedule your appointment accordingly.
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