Bella Nails & Headspa
635 S 5th St, Ste D, Hartsville, SC 29550 · (843) 309-9034

Waxing Aftercare Instructions

Mild redness or small bumps right after waxing can be normal. Irritation may also appear up to 72 hours later.
  1. Keep the area clean and hands off for the rest of the day. Avoid rubbing, scratching, or picking.
  2. Use only clean, fresh towels, pillowcases, and washcloths on the area. Dirty towels or unwashed hands can introduce bacteria and cause irritation or breakouts.
  3. Soothe gently: a cool compress for 5–10 minutes if needed. A fragrance-free aloe gel or gentle moisturizer can also help.
  4. For 24–48 hours, avoid hot showers or steam directly on the area, saunas, intense exercise or sweating, swimming, and heavy makeup on freshly waxed skin.
  5. For a few days, avoid retinol/retinoids, AHAs/BHAs, exfoliating scrubs, benzoyl peroxide, and other strong skincare products around the brows.
  6. Protect from the sun. Once the skin has settled, use a gentle broad-spectrum SPF 30+ when outdoors.
  7. If you have significant swelling, blistering, worsening pain, or signs of infection: contact us within 48 hours AND seek medical advice. If under 18, tell a parent or guardian.

Call us right away if you notice

Please tell us within 48 hours so we can help, and seek medical advice.

Call (843) 309-9034