Can You Get Waxed With Ingrown Hairs?

Heading to a beach day and just now noticing those prickly, pesky ingrown hairs dancing across your legs? These hairs are less than welcome on our bodies, but they sure can teach us a thing or two about resilience.

If you’ve got a wax appointment scheduled and you’re worried about the number of ingrown hairs you’re heading in with, don’t be alarmed. We’re here to break down the basics of getting waxed with ingrown hairs and what to look out for during the process.

Getting waxed while dealing with ingrowns

Everyone, everywhere, gets the pleasure of being visited by the tiny little unwanted guests that are ingrown hairs. This is especially true for those who have curly hair, as those hair follicles struggle to send the hair straight out instead of back into the skin. 

If you’re considering getting waxed while trying to get rid of them, it can actually help your skin as long as you follow a few simple steps.

Exfoliate 24 hours before your appointment

Keeping up with your skincare routine prior to your wax appointment is your best shot at priming your skin and knocking those ingrowns loose. Gentle exfoliation helps your hair follicles begin to let go of the hair and gives your esthetician a better chance of pulling them when you’re getting waxed, especially if you have sensitive skin. Hard wax is the ideal wax type to snag every last little hair.

Always go to a licensed esthetician for waxing

Estheticians spend hundreds of hours studying the skin and its systems. No one is more equipped or well-versed to address skin concerns and perform niche treatments than them. So when you’re considering getting waxed, make sure you’re setting up an appointment with a certified and licensed esthetician, instead of a random person at a salon or trying it yourself.

Never pluck or tweeze existing ingrown hairs

Existing ingrown hairs can be a huge pain to spot and remove. But no matter what, make sure that you do not pluck or tweeze any existing ingrown hairs. Doing so can interrupt the process of your hair growth cycle, making it harder, in the long run, to get rid of all hairs at once, especially on the ground.

Tips to help avoid ingrown hairs after waxing

The best way to find out how to avoid ingrown hairs after waxing was to go straight to the source. Your esthetician can walk you through the ins and outs of preparing for your successful wax appointment, and the aftercare required to keep ingrown hairs far away. But in the meantime, bookmark this article and let it help you build a foundation for treating ingrown hairs at home.

Exfoliate 2-3 times a week after your session

After your waxing session, you might be curious about what you can do to keep up with your happy and healthy skin maintenance. About two to three times per week, you want to add exfoliation to your shower time. Doing this creates a scheduled opportunity for your skin to purge dead skin cells, overactive sebum, and more.

Consider adding an ingrown hair serum to your routine

In the skincare world, all products have their place. Some come in the form of body butter and others in the form of serums. Ingrown hair serums can come packed with ingredients like AHAs, BHAs, or even antioxidants – all of which aid in the process of removing hairs stuck in their follicle.

Avoid irritating newly waxed areas of your skin

Your newly waxed skin will be sensitive to touch and calm down from the inflammation that the waxing can sometimes cause. It’s crucial to keep that sensitive area from becoming irritated by external stimuli. Loose-fitting clothing gives your skin some breathing room; stick to lukewarm showers or baths instead of hot water.

Keep your skin moisturized

Staying hydrated in more ways than one is the key to having skin that feels as soft and radiant as it looks. Drinking water and getting plenty of sleep can help your body better utilize its systems, and while it might seem like a no-brainer, most people are dehydrated without even knowing it. 

Beach House Waxing is the Brazilian wax destination in Pleasanton

Beach House Waxing is honored to offer high-quality waxing services to the Pleasanton community and beyond. If it’s your first time getting waxed, or you’re simply searching for a new home base studio, we’d love to have you! Get connected with our website and set up a consultation to discuss your skincare needs with your future esthetician.