How to avoid ingrowns during a bikini wax!

When In Doubt, Grow It Out

Longer hair means better results (and less ingrowns) because the wax has something to grip. Hair that’s about the length of a grain of rice is ideal.

Hydrate

Dry skin means dry hair, and dry hair is more prone to break during a wax - leading to more irritation and ingrown hair. Aim for at least eight glasses of water every day the week leading up to your appointment, and give your skin a boost of moisture with a vulva-safe serum like Hydrate Ever After.

Prioritize Hygiene

Salons and spas should be clean at all times - wax applicators and strips should only be used for one pass and double dipping is a no-go. Before waxing, cleanse the area with a gentle wipe. Stash our on-the-go wipettes or A Clean S-Wipe in your purse to make post-wax cleanup a breeze.

Exfoliate

The best thing you can do to prevent ingrown hair is to exfoliate. But skip the scrubbing and opt for a non-irritating option like Buff & Brighten to slough off dead skin cells that can cause ingrowns.

Soothe

If you’re going full Brazilian, we can’t say enough good things about a post-wax moisturizer like Rescue Balm to avoid irritation and help prevent post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation.