Do not wash hair before applying hair removal lotion. Hair should not be longer than 2mm, If longer than 2mm, trim down with clippers.
It is important to timeously do a patch test 24 hours before you want to remove your hair. Apply the lotion or cream to a small section of the area from which you wish to remove the hair. Do not rub in. Leave for 5 minutes, and remove with a damp cloth. Wait 24 hours - if the skin is calm and comfortable, and then proceed the removal to the desired area.
Oxidisation may occur when the product is exposed to air. This causes the product to have a yellowish tinge. This doesn’t affect the quality or effectiveness of the product in any way. After dispensing the product, ensure that the lid is replaced and tightly secured.
It is necessary to do a patch test each and every time you want to remove hair, as the skin may have been subjected to various conditions such as sun burn, wind burn, stress, medication etc., These can cause the skin to be sensitive
Immediately rinse repeatedly with water and seek medical advice.
Due to sensitivity of the skin you should wait 2 - 3 days before attempting to remove hair in the same area.
Apply an even layer of lotion, starting from the front of head working backwards, ensuring the hair is completely covered. You may opt to use the fingers of a closed hand or a wooden or plastic spatula if preferred.
Leave for at least 5 minutes. Wipe lotion off a small area using a damp cloth. If the hair comes away easily, continue removing the lotion. If not, leave for another few minutes, but do not exceed 10 minutes in total.
If not removed completely, any active chemicals present on the skin surface will continue to work, potentially causing a reaction.
Do not wash off the lotion using soap or anything other than water.
After the treatment, always apply a neutralising post shave treatment - ideally one with soothing and moisturising benefits to ensure best results in maintaining skin health during hair removal intervals.
Apply a soothing balm like an Aloe Vera gel. Usually any reaction disappears within a few hours as the skin gains tolerance of the product. If the symptoms persist, please seek medical advice.
When using a hair removal lotion, you will achieve smoother, softer skin. Hair is removed just below the skin surface and regrowth is softer. The incidence of ingrown hairs and razor bumps are reduced, risks of cross infection are eliminated and it requires no expensive resources like blades or batteries
This is entirely dependent of the individual and the rate of growth of their hair.
Do not apply after using a razor, clippers or other hair removal device.
Do not use on sunburnt skin
Do not apply on damaged skin where there are open sores or wounds.
No, the lotion is not intended for facial use. It can be applied on the head and body, including chest, underarms and legs.
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