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Waxing Contraindications

To keep your skin safe, please review the following before booking a waxing service. We require 4 weeks minimum of growth for a wax.

We cannot perform waxing if you:

• Are using Accutane (Isotretinoin) or have used it in the last 6–12 months

• Are using Retin-A / Tretinoin, Differin, Tazorac on the area within the past 5–7 days

• Have used chemical exfoliants (AHA/BHA, glycolic, lactic, salicylic) within 48–72 hours

• Used benzoyl peroxide on the area within 24–48 hours

• Are using long-term topical steroids on the area

• Have active eczema, dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, or a flare-up on the face

• Have a sunburn

• Have an active STD breakout

• Have open cuts, raw skin, or active breakouts

• Have cold sores (active herpes)

• Have severe or cystic acne in the waxing area

• Have a skin infection of any kind

• Have had a chemical peel, microdermabrasion, dermaplaning, or microneedling within the last 7–14 days

• Have had laser resurfacing within the last 3 months

• Have had Botox or filler in the area within 7–14 days

• Have had intense sun exposure or tanning beds within 24–48 hours

• Have uncontrolled diabetes or a bleeding disorder

• Are taking blood-thinning medication

• Are or have taken antibiotics in the last 7 days