How Often Should You Exfoliate After a Wax?

🧽 Exfoliation = The Secret to Smooth, Bump-Free Skin

At Solara Sol Beauty in Crawfordville, one of the most important post-wax tips I give every client is this:

Exfoliation is your best friend.

Done right, it keeps your skin glowing, prevents ingrown hairs, and helps your wax last longer. Here's exactly how often you should exfoliate—and how to do it right.

🧖‍♀️ Why Exfoliation Matters After Waxing

Waxing removes hair from the root, but if dead skin builds up afterward, it can trap new hairs under the surface—hello, ingrowns 😬

Exfoliating clears away those dead skin cells so hairs can grow out clean and smooth.

📅 How Often Should You Exfoliate?

• Start 2–3 days after your wax (to let skin calm down)

• Then exfoliate 2–3 times per week

• Adjust based on your skin type:

  
  

  🔹 Sensitive? 1–2x/week

• 🔹 Oily/normal? 3x/week may be perfect

✅ Best Ways to Exfoliate Post-Wax:

1. Sugar Scrubs – Gentle, natural, and effective

2. Exfoliating Gloves/Mitts – Easy to use in the shower

3. Chemical Exfoliants – Lactic or salicylic acid serums can work wonders (ask me for recs!)

🛑 Avoid anything too rough or scratchy, like walnut scrubs or loofahs—they can cause microtears and irritation.

❌ What Not to Do:

• Don’t exfoliate the day of your wax—your skin is too fresh

• Skip exfoliating open wounds or broken skin

• Don’t use products with alcohol or harsh fragrance right after waxing

💬 Pro Tip From Summer:

Pair your exfoliation with a hydrating, fragrance-free moisturizer. This combo helps your skin stay soft, calm, and ready for your next wax.

🎯 Want Smooth Skin Between Waxes?

Book your wax at Solara Sol Beauty and leave with a personalized aftercare plan tailored to your skin.

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📍 Crawfordville, FL