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Can Waxing Cause Face Redness And Itches?
I had a shower, exfoliated my face and then waxed my face. .after waxing..one side of my face turned red and is stinging me.. it has been an hour later and still stings really bad but the redness has went down from cooling with ice. Did I burn my face? What should I do to cool down the stinging sensation on my right cheeck?
Thu, 9 Aug 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
It is an allergic reaction to chemical used for waxing.
Take antihistamines like Pheniramine for symptomatic relief. Pour plenty of water to the affected region. Apply chemicals like bleach or waxing preparations only after allergy testing because you seem to have a sensitive skin.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
It is an allergic reaction to chemical used for waxing.
Take antihistamines like Pheniramine for symptomatic relief. Pour plenty of water to the affected region. Apply chemicals like bleach or waxing preparations only after allergy testing because you seem to have a sensitive skin.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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