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WAXING CONTRAINDICATION LIST
To ensure a successful waxing experience, please read and follow these instructions...



WARNING:
You cannot receive a waxing service if you currently use any of the following prescription medications. You must discontinue these medications for at least three (3) months before waxing. Please reach out to your prescribing physician before discontinuing any medications.
****The exception is Accutane; you must be off this medication treatment course a minimum of one (1) year before waxing.

 Accutane (Acne medication)
 Adapalene (Acne medication)
 Alustra (Retin A)
 Average (See Tazorac - Acne medication)
 Avita (See Retin A)
 Differin (Acne medication)
 Isotretinoin (See Accutane)
 Renova (See Retin A)
 Retin A (Acne and Anti-aging medication)
 Tazarac (Acne medication)
 Tazarotene (See Tazorac)
 Tretinoin (See Retin A)


CAUTION:
Please inform your technician if you are currently using any of the following. These products can make the skin more sensitive. Thin, sensitive skin is more vulnerable to lifting and sensitivity during waxing.

 Other Acne medications not listed above
 Alpha Hydroxy Acids (Glycolic, Lactic)
 Oral Antibiotics
 Topical Antibiotics
 Retinol
 Salicylic Acid
 Exfoliants

PRECAUTIONS & CONSIDERATIONS: Please read these valuable guidelines.

 You must wait at least seven (7) days before waxing after a light chemical peel or
microdermabrasion.
 Waxing cannot be performed if you have had laser skin resurfacing within the past year.
 Waxing cannot be performed if you have had a physician administer peel within the past two (2) years.
 Women may experience extra sensitivity to waxing up to a week before the beginning of their period.
 Sunburned or irritated areas cannot be waxed
 Moles cannot be waxed.


“IDEAL” AFTER WAX CARE:
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 No sun for 12 hours following any waxing treatment.
 No hot baths for 24 hours following any body waxing treatment.
 No abrasive scrubs for 24 hours following a waxing treatment.
 If irritation occurs, you should use an antibiotic ointment such as Neosporin to keep the
area continually moist to avoid infection and scabbing. 
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