The dreaded post-wax acne is a real thing.

With various skin irritants and exfoliation, waxing can leave your skin vulnerable to breakouts following your appointment.

The fewer germs, the better.

Avoid waxing break outs

The key here is keeping everything that it’s possible for you to as clean as possible.

As for what to apply when the irritation has somewhat calmed down?

It’s best to ditch the oil-based products until your skin is less inflamed, the outlet notes.

Prep your skin before you wax

These can clog pores and thus bring about those pesky white bumps.

But, another little known way to reduce these occurrences involves your routine.

Any time longer than six weeks and you’re starting the process all over again.