Pre/Post Waxing Hazard Form

 DO NOT WAX :

q       Clients using Retin-A, Accutane, Glycolic Acid, Renova, Steroids, Cortisone Crème

q       Clients with cancer or undergoing radiation therapy or chemotherapy

q       Clients with phlebitis (extended varicose veins) and be cautious with Diabetic clients.

q       Over moles, warts, sunburn, open wounds and cuts, fever blisters, abrasion, inflammations

q       Clients with hemophilia

q       Over areas of extremely thin or fragile skin

q       Nipples, eyelids, inside of nose, inside of ears

Waxing Hazards:

q       Avoid Sun Exposure, hot water, extreme heat, chlorinated water, perfume, underarm deodorant, make-up, essential oils, and tight clothing over waxed areas for at LEAST 24 hours.

q       Areas waxed may be red, irritated, swollen, broken out, stinging – these symptoms usually go away in 24 hours.

Helpful Hints:

q       If a client has a tendency towards ingrown hairs, suggest body exfoliation prior to waxing and after waxing

q       Avoid over-stimulation of skin after waxing such as a salt glow body treatment or highly aggressive facial treatment

q       Female clients maybe more sensitive to waxing a few days prior to and after her menstrual period.

q       Patch test clients who appear to have extremely sensitive skin

q       If a client is highly acidic, a non-prescription antacid tablet before waxing may help.

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Last modified: June 12, 2008