Q&A for How to Reduce Redness After Waxing

Yes. You can use it for treating redness/inflammation, or to treat dark circles and/or wrinkles.

Coconut oil will prevent irritation, and aloe vera will reduce itchiness and redness.

I don't think thats a good idea. Sanitizer could burn your skin.

Try using some of the materials instead. For example, instead of making a complex cold press, you can just wrap an ice pack in a clean cloth, and use that. You can also apply some Aloe Vera gel instead of making an Aloe Vera mask.

It is most likely from your deodorant. Try to avoid using deodorant until the day after you've waxed. If irritation persists in spite of this change, see a dermatologist.

Yes, coconut oil helps soothe and moisturize the skin.

Yes, but I would recommend using a gentle face wash and some ice if it is irritated.

You may be allergic to the wax, or it wasn't sanitary. Try another type of wax.

Try using coconut oil or cream. It will moisturize your skin and possibly reduce the redness from your waxing.

No, lotion doesn't generally relieve redness, although applying it can still be soothing.

No. You may get a rash or irritation. Wait at least 24 hours.

Just rub in some cool lotion, or ice on the irritated area.

As soon as they are gone and the hair has grown back. The irritation should usually be gone within a day or two, and hair can take a while to grow back after waxing. You can also use skin oils to soothe the red bumps.

Some people do experience irritation after waxing, especially people with sensitive skin. Cucumber juice is used to remove waxing scars at home. Mix a few drops of lemon juice with cucumber juice and apply it on the scars. Massage for 2 minutes and let it dry. Wash the skin with cold water.

Wash your face twice a day and use acne cream. If you sweat a lot, make a habit of drying your face when you know that your face is sweaty. Sweat blocks your pores.

After waxing, if you feel any redness or pain, then immediately wash your waxed area with water or soap. Don't apply ice directly to area. It will cause more irritation. First wash with water or soap if it still then apply any antibacterial cream.

Try covering it with Vaseline, then concealer or foundation to hide the redness. If someone says it looks swollen, just pass it off and say you must’ve had an allergic reaction to face wash/lip balm, etc.

Rosehip oil is a fast acting plant extract which has been clinically proven to heal and repair damaged skin areas and improves skin tone. You can use rosehip oil after waxing.

It will take about 24 hours but could be more or less depending on your situation.