7 Waxing Tips for Smooth Skin During Winter Months

Waxing tends to be so much better than having to maintain a shaving routine. You get it done once, it’s quick, and you don’t have to worry about hair for a few weeks. However, as the colder season starts to hit, dryness becomes a concern. Many people are so worried about it that they actually pause their waxing routines throughout the winter. 

You don’t have to put your waxing routine on pause, though. With these 7 winter waxing tips, you can keep waxing regularly all winter long, and you don’t have to worry about dry or sensitive skin because of it. 

What’s the Problem with Waxing in Winter? 

Before we get to the tips, we need to cover why it seems like waxing wrecks your skin in the winter. Well, It’s not entirely the waxing process itself. 

In general, the winter tends to be very harsh on your skin and causes it to dry out. This affects everyone differently, but it does have some effect on most people. 

When you wax your skin, you get ridof any hair helping protect it, and you pull off all that dry stuff protecting the fresh layer beneath. That leaves a fresh, brand-new, layer of skin exposed to the cold, dry air, and it’s affected more seriously than it otherwise would be if you didn’t do anything. 

Another minor factor can be the wax itself. Some wax products are harsher on the skin. That can cause more temporary minor skin issues. 

1. Hydrate the Skin Frequently

The best tip anyone can give you to keep your skin soft and supple while waxing during the winter is to keep it hydrated. We cannot stress enough that using high-quality lotions and skin moisturizers regularly will greatly reduce the chance of your skin drying out after you get waxed in the winter. 

First, it’s best to make sure your skin is well hydrated before your waxing appointment. If your skin is moist and pliable, the waxing process will do far less damage, and your skin will be more likely to stay healthy after the process is done. 

After your waxing, you need to hydrate your skin at least daily with a high-quality product. This will help keep it in good health even when the dry and cold air is damaging it quickly. If you find that your skin is still drying out, increase your hydration routine. 

2. Stay Hydrated

It’s not enough to use lotion and directly hydrate your skin. You also need to hydrate your body in general. 

Your skin relies on water a lot, and if you’re not staying properly hydrated, it will dry out a lot faster. 

One of the best things you can do is simply drink a lot of water throughout the day and give your skin what it craves. 

The great thing about this tip is that it’s not just great for your skin. It’s great for your overall health. So, you can increase your overall wellness while sticking to your waxing routine more effectively. It’s a win-win situation. 

3. Soothe the Skin Immediately

Waxing has a lot of benefits, but there’s no denying that it can leave you with sensitive skin for a short bit after the process is completed. Some of the things we’ve talked about are meant to be done before and after the day of your waxing appointment, but you need to get home and apply a soothing ointment immediately. 

Aloe vera is a very accessible and cost-effective product, and there are other options, too. Just make sure you take care of that tender skin and protect it right after your appointment to give it the best chance at staying supple and pliable moving forward. 

4. Exfoliate Before Your Appointment

Roughly 24 hours before your appointment, you want to perform a deep at-home exfoliation process. This isn’t difficult, and if you’re really into skincare, you probably already have some products for it. If not, there are exfoliators on the market that match any budget. Just make sure you get a reputable product. 

This prepares your skin to ease the waxing process and make it more durable to resist damage. 

However, this should not be done on the same day as your appointment. 24 to 48 ours need to be between the exfoliation and the waxing process itself. 

5. Exfoliate After Your Waxing Appointment

After your appointment, you need to exfoliate again. Of course, don’t do it right after the appointment. Like your pre-appointment exfoliation, this needs to be done 24-48 hours after you’ve been waxed. 

This will help clean your pores out and encourage the healthy strengthening of your skin. 

6. Consider Paraffin Treatments Afterward

This isn’t available at all wax spas, but after you get waxed, a different type of wax can be extremely helpful. 

Paraffin isn’t meant to pull off hair or anything, though. Instead, it’s simple paraffin wax that’s warmed and applied to the skin as a sort of super exfoliant. If you’ve ever dipped your fingers in candle wax and let it cool when you were younger, it’s a lot like that. Except, this is a professional process. 

This can help with the overall health of your skin. Especially after a waxing appointment when your skin is sensitive. 

7. Ask Your Wax Specialist

Of course, one of the most straightforward tips we can give is to simply ask your wax specialist how to keep your skin from drying out. If it’s your first time going to them, this is a good way to see if they’re knowledgeable and give good advice beyond applying wax properly. If you go to the same wax specialist all the time, you should easily be able to trust their advice and have a relationship with them that gives them first-hand knowledge about your skin. This can ensure that you get customized tips that are specifically meant for your skin instead of just things that are good for everyone. 

Try Brow and Wax Wizard Today

Waxing during the winter months doesn’t have to be a challenge. By following these tips, you can maintain smooth, healthy skin all season long. 

At Brow and Wax Wizard, we specialize in providing gentle, professional waxing servicesthat leave your skin looking and feeling its best. Contact us today to book your appointment and experience top-notch care for all your waxing needs!