Aftercare advice for clients

Preparation of Aftercare Advice

Know the importance of preparing and providing aftercare advice to clients post waxing treatment.
Understand that aftercare advice is individualised for each client, depending on their skin type, lifestyle, and any pre-existing conditions.

What to Avoid Post-Waxing

Advise clients to avoid heat treatments such as sauna, sun bed or even hot bath for at least 24 hours post-waxing as it can lead to skin irritation or burns.
Suggest to clients to stay away from sun exposure or sunbathing immediately after waxing since the waxed area would be more sensitive to UV rays.
Understand the importance of avoiding perfumed products, including lotions or deodorants, on the waxed area as it can cause skin irritation.
Instruct clients to refrain from immediate physical exercises or rigorous activities to prevent sweating and clogging of open pores, making them susceptible to infection.

Care for the Waxed Area

Emphasise to clients the need for moisturising the waxed area with a soothing lotion or oil to alleviate any skin irritation and keep the skin nourished.
Discuss the benefits of applying a cool ice pack to the waxed area to relieve any immediate discomfort or redness.
Guide clients to regularly exfoliate the waxed area, after a couple of days, to prevent ingrown hairs.
Inform clients about the possibility of hair regrowth, and provide advice on when the next waxing appointment should be based on their hair growth cycle.

Health and Safety Regulations

Follow the guidelines of Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 while providing advice to clients, ensuring that all advice given is safe to follow.
Be aware of COSHH regulations when recommending products for clients’ use post waxing session.
Utilise the guidelines from professional beauty organisations to impart accurate and safe aftercare advice.

Remember these points as they will help in giving a comprehensive aftercare advice to clients, looking into what to avoid post-waxing, care for the waxed area and important health & safety regulations.