Waxing Services
WHat is Hair Waxing?
Hair waxing is the process of applying a sticky substance, such as wax to an area of unwanted hair. A Muslin cloth is attached over the wax and quickly pulled horizontally to the skin leaving it smooth and hairless. We only provide waxing services for areas of the face at Sonya Savage Skin Care.
How Do I prep for waxing?
Gently exfoliate your skin 24 hours before getting waxed. Avoid tanning salons and sun exposure for at least 48 hours in advance as well. Please see our list of contraindications below.
DO we provide waxing enhancement services?
We provide tinting for brows as well as full brow mapping makeovers.
Waxing Contraindications
Please let us know of any medications you are taking or skin products you are currently using. This will provide a safe and successful waxing experience.
If you are taking or have taken any of the medications listed below within the past three months please let us know before booking.
- Accutane (Acne medication)
- Adapalene (Acne medication)
- Alustra (Retin A)
- Antibiotics
- Avage (Tazorac – Acne medication)
- Avita (type of Retin A)
- Clindamycin
- Differin (Acne medication)
- Doxycycline
- Erythromycin
- Isotretinoin (like Accutane)
- Madifloxicine
- Metronidazole
- Minocycline
- Renova (Retin A)
- Tazarac (Acne medication)
- Tazarotene (like Tazorac)
- Tetracycline
- Tretinoin (like Retin A)
These medications may cause the skin to thin or to be extra sensitive to waxing. Thin, sensitive skin can lift with the wax. If you have taken Accutane within the last year it is not advised to wax for one year after you have stopped taking this medication.
The following products can cause the skin sensitivity. Please inform us prior to your appointment if you are using these products or receiving these services.
- Other Acne medications not listed above
- Alpha Hydroxy Acids (Glycolic, Lactic)
- Topical Antibiotics
- Retinol
- Salicylic Acid
- Exfoliants/Laser Peels/Microdermabrasion
If you are taking any other medications or products that have affected your skin and could possibly cause irritation with waxing , please speak with your dermatologist before booking a waxing service.