Pre-Wedding Waxing: Timing Is Everything For Smooth Skin

Waxing is a popular choice for brides to get smooth skin on their wedding day. The best time to get waxed is two weeks before the wedding, as this allows time for the body to recover from the treatment and enjoy the benefits on the wedding day and throughout the honeymoon. Eyebrows, legs, underarms, and bikini areas are common areas to wax before a wedding.

Two weeks before the wedding is the general rule for most areas

The two-week period gives your body the time to recover from the treatment and the following possible reactions: Dryness - Waxing causes the skin to thin and exfoliate, and it can get dry. Waiting two weeks gives the skin time to rehydrate. Redness - Waxing can cause temporary redness, irritation, and sensitivity.

Eyebrows are the most popular part of the body a bride may want to have waxed before her wedding, but the legs, underarms, and bikini area are also prime locations for waxing to be prepared for a wedding day. If you regularly have your legs waxed, it’s recommended to do so every four weeks. So if you are planning to have this done before your wedding and you want the results to last during the honeymoon, waxing 1 ½ to 2 weeks before the wedding would be ideal.

If this is something you want to try, plan to have your trial wax at least a month before the wedding. This will give your skin a chance to rehydrate and prepare for the next wax you’ll have before your wedding day. At Skin Detail, we’ll discuss your desires and expectations and help you decide the perfect timing for your waxing treatment.

Underarms should be waxed two weeks before the wedding

Waxing the underarms about two weeks before the wedding is recommended. Underarm hair is noticeable when it grows back, so waxing the underarms every two weeks keeps things nice and smooth. Waxing the underarms two weeks before the wedding gives your body the time to recover from the treatment and the following possible reactions:

• Dryness - Waxing causes the skin to thin and exfoliate, and it can get dry. Waiting two weeks gives the skin time to rehydrate.
• Redness - Waxing can cause temporary redness, irritation, and sensitivity.

If you regularly have your legs waxed, it’s recommended to do so every four weeks. So if you are planning to have this done before your wedding and you want the results to last during the honeymoon, waxing 1 ½ to 2 weeks before the wedding would be ideal. The first time you wax any area it isn't perfect because your hair on your armpits are all of different growth cycles. Professionally, it is recommended 3 waxs, 3 weeks apart.

Legs should be waxed every four weeks for best results

If you want to get your legs waxed before your wedding, it's recommended to do so every four weeks for the best results. This will give you smooth, hair-free legs that will last up to six weeks.

The longevity of leg waxing results varies from person to person, and generally depends on your hair type, skin type, and how quickly your hair grows. However, if you regularly have your legs waxed, it’s recommended to do so every four weeks.

If you are planning to have this done before your wedding and you want the results to last during the honeymoon, waxing 1 ½ to 2 weeks before the wedding would be ideal. This will give your body time to recover from the treatment but also allow you to enjoy the benefits on your wedding day and throughout your honeymoon.

Dead skin tends to accumulate faster on your legs, especially in drier weather, so it's important to exfoliate away dead skin cells and prevent ingrown hairs from forming.

Bikini and Brazilian waxes are similar but slightly different

Bikini and Brazilian waxes are similar in that they are both areas that brides often want to be prepared for their wedding day. However, they are slightly different in terms of the amount of hair and sensitivity involved.

A Bikini wax involves removing hair from the bikini area, which can include the labia, inner thighs, and outer labia. A Brazilian wax, on the other hand, involves removing all hair from the bikini area, including the labia, inner thighs, outer labia, and buttocks.

The sensitivity of these areas also differs. A Bikini wax typically involves removing hair from a smaller area, which can make it less sensitive than a Brazilian wax. A Brazilian wax involves removing hair from a larger area, which can make it more sensitive than a Bikini wax.

In terms of timing, both Bikini and Brazilian waxes are typically done 2 weeks before the wedding. However, it's important to note that every bride is different, and each area to be waxed is different. Therefore, it's best to consult with a professional to determine the perfect timing for your waxing treatment.

Eyebrow waxing should be done at least two weeks before the wedding

The two-week period gives your body the time to recover from the treatment and the following possible reactions: Dryness - Waxing causes the skin to thin and exfoliate, and it can get dry. Waiting two weeks gives the skin time to rehydrate. Redness - Waxing can cause temporary redness, irritation, and sensitivity.

Eyebrows are the most popular part of the body a bride may want to have waxed before her wedding, but the legs, underarms, and bikini area are also prime locations for waxing to be prepared for a wedding day. If you regularly have your legs waxed, it’s recommended to do so every four weeks. So if you are planning to have this done before your wedding and you want the results to last during the honeymoon, waxing 1 ½ to 2 weeks before the wedding would be ideal.

If this is something you want to try, plan to have your trial wax at least a month before the wedding. This will give your skin a chance to rehydrate and prepare for the next wax you’ll have before your wedding day. At Skin Detail, we’ll discuss your desires and expectations and help you decide the perfect timing for your waxing treatment.

Frequently asked questions