Learn tips and tricks for waxing from Joel Schlessinger MD.

1. Joel Schlessinger, MD
FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS ABOUT
WAXING
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2. This procedure uses wax to
adhere to individual hairs and
remove the entire follicle
beneath the surface of the skin.
Waxing can be performed at
home or at the spa on the
legs, underarms, bikini
area, eyebrows and upper lip.
How does waxing work?
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3. Unlike shaving and certain hair
removal creams that only
remove the hair above the
surface of the skin, waxing
removes the entire follicle
beneath the skin for results that
last longer.
How is waxing different from other types
of hair removal?
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or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Waxing for more info or to purchase the product.

4. Do not use powerful skin care
ingredients on the skin such as
Retin-A or retinol prior to
waxing. These ingredients can
thin and weaken the skin
making you more susceptible
to damage.
What precautions should I take before
waxing?
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or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Waxing for more info or to purchase the product.

5. The results of waxing usually
last 3 to 6 weeks. After the
procedure, hair generally
grows back more finely. Your
skin may be red and tender
following the procedure but
this will fade after a few
minutes.
How long do the results last?
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6. Allow the hair on the treatment
area to grow until it is
approximately 1/8 inch long
before waxing. Gently clean
and exfoliate the area before
the procedure to prevent
ingrown hairs and irritation.
How should I prepare for waxing?
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7. For more permanent results
than waxing, you can try laser
hair removal either at the
dermatologist’s office or at
home. Try an at home device
such as TRIA Hair Removal Laser
4X or mē smooth Hair Removal
Device.
What are alternatives to waxing?
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or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Waxing for more info or to purchase the product.

8. Easy-to-use and
convenient, Bliss Poetic
Waxing Kit contains hard
wax, soothing oils and all
the tools you need to
remove hair from the
legs, bikini area and
underarms.
Bliss Poetic Waxing Kit
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or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Waxing for more info or to purchase the product.

9. Bliss Poetic Waxing
Strips for Body and Face
are double-sided strips
that easily heat between
your hands for fast, on-
the-go hair removal.
Bliss Poetic Waxing Strips for Body and
Face
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or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Waxing for more info or to purchase the product.

10. After waxing, apply FixMySkin
Healing Body Balm Unscented
with 1% Hydrocortisone. This
balm soothes irritated, dry and
itchy skin that can be the result
of waxing.
FixMySkin Healing Body Balm Unscented
with 1% Hydrocortisone
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Waxing for more info or to purchase the product.

11. Following your procedure, apply
Guinot Deo Crème, an alcohol-
free lotion that soothes the skin
after hair removal. This formula
also softens and smooths the
skin to enhance the results of
your procedure.
Guinot Deo Crème Epil Smart Deodorant
Body Cream
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or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Waxing for more info or to purchase the product.

12. Applying Sothys Crème Douceur
Softening Cream after a wax will
help prolong your results. This
cream slows hair growth in
between treatments so you get
the most out of your waxing
experience.
Sothys Crème Douceur Softening Cream
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13. Here’s how you can find out
more about Dr. Joel Schlessinger:
- Facebook http://www.facebook.com/drjoelschlessinger
- Twitter http://www.twitter.com/drschlessinger
- Blogs http://drjoelschlessinger.com/
http://drjoelschlessinger.wordpress.com/
Interested in learning more or setting up an appointment? Call 402.334.7546
or visit http://www.LovelySkin.com/Waxing for more info or to purchase the product.