Pre-wax products

Prepping the skin before waxing improves the grip on the hair and reduces irritation. Pre-wax products cleanse and disinfect the skin, remove moisture and oil or form a thin protective layer. This page lists tonics, lotions, gels, oils and talc from professional brands.

The choice depends on the wax: soft wax usually calls for cleansing and talc, while film wax sometimes calls for a thin layer of oil. Follow the wax manufacturer recommendation.