What are the Do’s Before Underarm Waxing and Hair Removal?

When it comes to removal of underarm hair, plain and simple shaving with the use of good, old razors seems to be the best and easiest solution. However, that is not always the case. It needs frequent maintenance and the results are not always the best and smooth. You get tired of shaving your armpits every other day, and yet, fail to get the desired results. This is where waxing of underarms comes into play and this is precisely the reason, you need to take the help of hair removal experts in Wetherill Park, or wherever you are. 

However, there is a catch. There are certain Do’s and Don’ts that you need to maintain. One good reason for a hair removal salon is that the experts out there will help you with suggestions on these do’s and don’ts apart from providing the best of service. On this page, let us discuss the things you ought to do before armpit hair removal. 

Do Grow the hair out

The hair of your armpit has to be grown and be long enough for the wax to grip. The ideal length is about the length of the rice grain. The hair ideally takes 3 to 4 weeks to grow to that length. That means there has to be a gap of 3 to 4 weeks between underarm waxing and hair removal sessions. 

Do Exfoliate the underarm skin

The hair removal experts in Liverpool would gently exfoliate the armpit area with a mitt or a scrub for removing the dirt and the dead skin cells and to prevent ingrown hairs. Underarms are pretty sensitive areas. Hence, the experts would exfoliate very gently and you are advised to do the same, for avoiding any abrasion. If you are doing it at home, you need to perform it at least a couple of days before your visit to the salon. 

Do keep your underarms dry and clean 

The first and foremost step of waxing the armpits is that they should be kept dry and clean. The reason being, the wax will not stick to wet, sweaty or sticky armpits. So avoid physical activity to avert sweating and do not use oils, lotions, and deodorants before the waxing session. Even when you visit your waxing salon in Sydney, the experts will make you wait for your armpit to dry out completely. 

Do Know the Nature of Your Hair 

Underarm hair can grow both upwards and downwards. Thus, you need to work in sections. Thus, you need to know that and divide your waxing session into two sections using hard wax, so that you have control over the wax, while applying  products. 

The professionals offering waxing in Sydney will do the same, applying the wax in the same direction, in accordance to the direction of the hair and then pull them off in the opposite direction. 

Do take Aftercare 

Our experts at Browz and Beauty by Usha will apply post waxing calming oils that will help in the removal of any residue, which may have been left behind. Besides, it will soothe the skin, following the waxing.  This will also help your skin to remain dehydrated. 

Call us to fix an appointment for underarm waxing,  as we will provide you a perfect and safe solution.