What is pre waxing?
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In short, pre waxing products are designed to cleanse and prepare the skin before the treatment – to make sure the oils of the skin and other elements (like make-up or lotions) don’t interfere with the working of the wax. After care products nourish and calm the irritated skin to ensure perfect results.
What should I use to pre wax?
At-Home Waxing Do: Use Baby Powder Pre-Wax After cleansing your skin, sprinkle a bit of baby powder to the area about to be waxed. It’ll absorb any excess moisture so the wax and cloth strip can adhere properly.
Is pre wax necessary?

Why Are Pre-Waxing Products Important? They cleanse the skin from dirt, cosmetic residues, bacteria, sweat, dust, and other outside elements. They moisturize the follicle, unclog the pores, and prepare the skin, preventing an uneven waxing and reducing the risk of infections, rashes, reddened skin, etc.
What is pre wax spray used for?
Amber’s Pre-Wax Spray contains Tea Tree Oil, which acts as a natural antiseptic to desensitize the skin. Gently but effectively, this spray removes any remaining dirt, makeup, or oils for a cleaner, more efficient waxing treatment.

Is pre-epilation oil necessary?
An essential companion for hard wax application, Prep Pre-Epilation Oil prepares the skin for wax application and makes the removal of hard wax easier and more effective. Prep Pre-Epilation Oil helps wax adhere to the hairs and not the skin.
How do you wash off pre wax?
Keep your skin as clean as possible, especially the sensitive areas. Use a mild soap to cleanse the areas that are to be waxed, and after they dry you can follow up with wiping the areas with rubbing alcohol to ward off any excess bacteria or moisture.
Should you oil before waxing?
Using oil before waxing not only protects the skin and makes the service virtually pain free but the oil acts as a magnet for the wax to grasp the hair not the skin. Without the oil to prepare the skin, hair will be left behind after the waxing. Then you will need to apply more wax, this will cost product and time.
Should I apply oil before waxing?
How long after waxing can you moisturise?
Two to three days after waxing is the perfect time to exfoliate. Your pores will have closed and the skin will have recovered. Moisturize from the day or second day after your waxing appointment so as to avoid clogging your pores or exposing skin to chemicals and fragrances.
How do you apply pre wax oil?
Directions for Use
- Apply Pre-Waxing Oil sparingly by hand, massaging well into the skin (approx. 5 drops per half leg is sufficient).
- To continuously protect skin during waxing, re-apply Pre-Waxing Oil in between applications. If too much oil has been applied, simply tissue excess off.