Can i take tylenol before a brazilian wax

Can i take tylenol before a brazilian wax

Author: Canadian Living

Beauty

10 ways to make waxing less painful

Jun 23, 2011

While you might love the warm weather of a Canadian summer, the season's revealing outfits come with a burden, too – hair removal. Waxing offers an affordable way to keep skin smooth for longer periods than shaving, but that doesn’t mean it’s without drawbacks, and pain is certainly one of them.

Check out these 10 ways to make waxing less painful and you’ll be sipping sangria in a sundress before you can say, "Ready, set, rip!"

1. Within 24 hours prior to your waxing appointment, "avoid any kind of exfoliation," says Paola Girotti, owner of Sugar Moon, a body-sugaring boutique with two locations in Toronto. Exfoliation can irritate your skin, says Girotti.

2. Always start with clean, dry skin. Soaking in a warm bath prior to waxing can help soften hair and slightly open your pores. Skip the lotion, though, as "body oils can seep into the hair follicles," says Girotti. And oils interfere with wax's ability to grip hair.

3. Avoid waxing within a week before your period, when you’re extra-sensitive to pain. Instead, aim to have it done a week or two after, when your pain threshold is higher.

4. Try taking an ibuprofen pain reliever (such as Advil), about an hour before waxing. This can help control the pain, as well as any resulting inflammation.

5. If you plan to wax your bikini area, change into a pair of loose-fitting, clean cotton underwear post-wax. Synthetic fibres or too-tight pairs can irritate your freshly wax skin and lead to clogged pores, which can develop into painful ingrown hairs. You can skip the gym that day, too!

6. Leave ingrown hairs alone, says Girotti. And please, don’t pinch the skin! This will leave you bruised, and can worsen the situation. Instead, try smoothing an over-the-counter antibacterial ointment, such as Polysporin, over the affected area.

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Page 1 of 2 – How long should you wait before exfoliating post-wax? Find the answer, plus four more great tips, on page 2.

7. Always pull skin taut, and pull the wax strip in the opposite direction of hair growth. This dramatically increases the effectiveness of the waxing and also dramatically reduces the pain.

8. You know how you take a quick, short breath after being injured? It’s your body’s natural way of helping manage pain. Take a deep breath when applying wax, and a short, strong exhale when you pull the strip off your skin.

9. Post-wax, avoid anything to do with heat, such as hot baths. "Heading out into the sun after a sugaring or waxing is one of the biggest mistakes people make," says Girotti. Your skin is in an irritated and raw state, so make sure you protect it.

10. To keep skin smooth, exfoliate the area two days after you wax, and every second day thereafter. Aloe and water-based lotions are safe to use, but avoid applying deodorant if you’ve just banished hair from your underarms, "otherwise you’re applying it directly into an open cuticle," says Girotti.

Once you get the hang of these tips, you’ll find that controlling waxing pain is surprisingly easy. You might even be looking forward to your next waxing appointment.

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What’s the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions ‘waxing?’ Be honest- are you cringing already? To many, the word alone can offer a sense of fear, a feeling of pain, or possibly a reminder of the old saying ‘beauty is pain.’ While we all want smooth, stubble-free legs for the summer months, the pain associated with waxing causes many to avoid this experience and its benefits.

Whether you’re an expert when it comes to waxing, or are just being introduced to the idea, you are in for a treat. We’re about to reveal some great tips to help reduce the pain associated with waxing. The following article from About.com provides the top ten dos and don’ts to help relieve waxing pain.

Reduce Waxing Pain — Top Ten Do’s and Don’ts

Reduce waxing pain? Yes you can! The first time getting waxed in an area hurts the most and does get less painful each time after. Hard to believe when your hair has just been ripped out for the first time, but it’s true. Here are some simple steps you can take to reduce waxing pain, whether you have been waxed before or not.

1. Do dull the nerves

Prior to waxing apply something to numb the skin like No Scream Cream. Take an aspirin or ibuprofen about 30 – 45 minutes before your wax. This is especially helpful when getting waxed above the lip, chest, bikini and genital areas- which top the list as the most pain-provoking areas.

2. Do seek a professional

It doesn’t mean just anybody licensed (like an esthetician or cosmetologist), but someone also experienced. They will use the wax best suited for the hair, apply the right thickness of wax, hold the skin taut, and pull in the right direction. Important for any waxing but more crucial when receiving a bikini wax, especially a brazilian. More Info…

3. Do reduce acidity

Smoking and regular caffeine and alcohol consumption creates a lot of acid in the body’s system. You might benefit from taking something like Tums 20 minutes before your service to reduce acidity and therefore reduce skin’s sensitivity.

4. Do use a body scrub

While the skin on the face is generally exfoliated enough in terms of waxing, the body needs a little extra help. A somewhat gritty body scrub will help rid dead cells around skin pores and hair follicle, providing an easier exit. Made for use before waxing, try Relax and Wax Scrub Me Luscious Lemon Drop which won’t leave the skin greasy or oily and helps prevent ingrown hair.

5. Don’t apply astringent or toner

These tighten the pores and can make a firmer hold on the hair follicle. So hold off right before waxing.

6. Don’t use ice for numbing

You might think that ice would be great to numb skin and reduce waxing pain. But applying anything cold to the skin tightens pores. It’s the same principle as above, we want pores nice and relaxed.

7. Don’t drink a lot of caffeine or alcohol

While having a couple glass of wine or beer before getting waxed sounds like a great idea, stimulants in the system can cause skin to be extra sensitive to waxing. Give yourself a couple hours after drinking coffee or alcohol before getting waxed. Instead, drink a lot of water to hydrate your body and skin.

8. Don’t think waxing at home will be easy

It’s hard to do on yourself, and will really hurt if you don’t know what you’re doing.

9. Don’t tense up

Some people hold their breath or tense their whole body while getting waxed. While it might be easier said than done, breathe deeply, a relaxed person will cope much better with the pain.

10. Don’t wax where you shouldn’t

The inside of ears and nose, eyelashes, nipples and male genitals shouldn’t be waxed. Don’t try waxing over sun-burned or irritated skin, warts, moles, cuts or pimples. Not only is it dangerous, but it could give you some mighty big pain.

Waxing is a great way for both men and women to remove unwanted hair from various parts of their body. Waxing is low-maintenance and quick and shouldn’t be avoided due to fear. Prior to waxing, follow these tips to ensure your wax goes as smoothly (pun intended!) and pain-free as possible. You’ll soon discover that waxing is much more pleasant when you’re well-prepared.

If you live in or around Ashland, Massachusetts and are interested in waxing, please take a look at the Richard Francis Spa services menu. For more information on our waxing services, contact us today! We’d love to help answer any of your questions.

Can i take tylenol before a brazilian wax

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Can I take pain reliever before Brazilian wax?

Bikini/Brazilian First, apply a numbing cream to the bikini area 30 minutes before you're about to wax. You can also take an over-the-counter pain reliever like Advil or Aspirin to minimize the pain. Also, ensure that the wax is cool before application.

What should you not do before a Brazilian wax?

Avoid gels, lotions and oils before your wax as it may interfere with hair removal. Avoid tanning 24 hours before your wax. Scan your skin before to ensure it is free from cuts, scrapes, moles and skin tags.

Can you take a pain pill before a wax?

Taking Advil or Ibuprofen before any wax service can help minimize the pain. The Changes Estheticians recommend taking a half hour before your appointment for best results. Taking a painkiller prior to your appointment may reduce any mild swelling that might come about from the waxing.

What medications to avoid before waxing?

Waxing Contraindications.
Accutane (at least one year off this medication).
Adapalene..
Alustra (Retin A).
Avage..
Avita (Retin A).
Differin..
Isotretinoin..
Renova(Retin A).