💖 Skin Conditions, Medications & Waxing: What You Need to Know Before Your Appointment
If you’ve ever wondered, “Can I still get waxed if I’m on medication?” or “What if I have sensitive skin or eczema?” — you’re not alone! 💬
At Bare Beauty Wax Studio, we want your wax to be safe, smooth, and stress-free. That means knowing what’s going on with your skin before we start.
Let’s talk about how certain skin conditions and medications can affect your wax and what to do to prep your skin like a pro.
🧴 Why Skin Health Matters Before Waxing
Waxing gently removes hair and dead skin cells. That’s why your skin feels so soft after — it’s exfoliation in action! ✨
But if your skin is already sensitive or compromised, waxing can be too much at once.
We always check for:
Breakouts or open sores
Sunburns or rashes
Skin treatments (like peels, retinols, or microdermabrasion)
Medications that thin the skin
This isn’t to scare you — it’s to keep you safe! We’d rather reschedule than risk irritation or lifting the skin. 💕
💊 Medications That Can Affect Waxing
Certain prescriptions make your skin more sensitive to exfoliation. These include:
Retin-A, Differin, Tretinoin
Accutane (Isotretinoin)
Antibiotics
Blood thinners
Topical acne creams or peels
If you’re on Accutane, you’ll need to wait 6 months after stopping before waxing. For topical retinoids, stop using them 5–7 days before your appointment.
(When in doubt, always tell us what you’re using — we can adjust your service!)
🌿 Sensitive Skin? No Problem.
If you have eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, or just super reactive skin, we’ve got you.
We use gentle, professional-grade waxes and prep your skin with The Lady Peng oil — it creates a protective barrier so the wax sticks to hair, not your skin. 💪
💕 Pro Tips for Happy, Healthy Skin
✔️ Always moisturize regularly (hydrated skin = happier wax)
✔️ Avoid exfoliating 24 hours before your appointment
✔️ Let your esthetician know about new products or treatments
✔️ Don’t wax over open or healing skin
💖 Bottom Line:
Healthy skin = a beautiful wax. If you’re unsure whether your medication or skincare is compatible, message us first — we’re happy to guide you. 💌
Read More Info About Medications that are Contraindications Here
