Is At-Home Waxing Safe?
The short answer: yes. But don't skip over the fine print. "Generally, waxing at home is safe if it's done properly," Chyla told POPSUGAR. In this case, proper protocol would involve a clean, well-prepared work space, freshly-washed and moisturised hands (the latter prevents wax from sticking), and evaluating the current state of your skin — including what you may already be using on it. Pay special attention to the type of wax you use, too. If you don't want to DIY your own, Bliss's Poetic Waxing Kit ($23) will get the job done.
"I would recommend using hard wax versus strip wax," Chyla said. "Before you do that make sure that you have not been using any topical retinol products for at least two weeks, skin bleaching products, acids, or peels. [And wait] at least three months for oral or topical skin acne antibiotics." You should also avoid waxing skin that's already compromised in any way — inflammation, sunburns, and the like.