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RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DIFFERENT BODY AREAS
Forearm and legs
- Start at the wrist or ankle and work up. Take note the direction of hair growth.
- The skin should be kept taut by bending the elbow/wrist/knees/ankle as
appropriate.
Bikini line
(Fig. 4)
- It may be helpful to wear a swim suit or style of underwear to define how far
you need to wax.
- Ensure hairs are trimmed to around 5mm before commencing treatment. Treat
only a small area at a time as hairs in this area do not grow in one direction.
- Cut the strip to a suitable size for the bikini line area.
- Bend the leg outwards and hold the skin taut. Take note the direction of hair
growth.
- Hairs in this area are often deep-seated. This may cause some small drops of
blood to be drawn after waxing. Apply a cold compress made from dampened
cotton wool to help soothe the area.
Underarm
(Fig. 5)
- The underarm hair grows in 2 directions so make sure to treat in 2 sections.
- Cut the strip to a suitable size for the underarm area.
- Put one hand behind the head and stretch the arm back.
- For the upper part of the underarm apply the wax rolling up away from the
centre of the underarm.
- For the lower part of the underarm apply the wax by rolling it down from the centre of the underarm.
- Hold the skin taut. For the top part, remove the strip downwards towards the centre of the underarm. For
the lower part, remove the strip upwards towards the centre of the underarm.
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IMPORTANT:
Avoid using antiperspirants or deodorants for at least 24 hours after waxing.
Post epilation care
• Take extra care of waxed areas, particularly after the first 24 hours. Use an antiseptic based moisturising
lotion but DO NOT use perfumed lotions as these may cause allergic reactions or discomfort.
• If you notice any hairs have been missed, do not reapply wax to the treated area. Instead use tweezers to
remove any remaining hairs.
• Avoid hot baths, tanning beds, saunas or other heat treatments for 24 hours after use.
• Two days after treatment begin exfoliating the area daily to help prevent ingrown hairs.
• It is recommended to wear loose fitting clothing made of natural fibres immediately after treatment to
avoid irritation.
• Removal of thick/deep seated hairs e.g. underarm/bikini line may cause the appearance of small drops of
blood on the skin’s surface. Use a cool, damp compress to remove traces of blood and sooth the area.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
• Only use wax cartridges supplied with this product. Replacement wax cartridges (ELM-HWX101-EU) can be
purchased at www.homedics.co.uk.
• Ensure the product has completely cooled before storing. Store the wax upright, away from a heat source.
Keep away form a naked flame.
• To remove any wax residue from the case of the product, use a small amount of baby oil on a cloth. DO
NOT use harsh detergents, solvents or abrasive cleaning agents. DO NOT immerse the unit in water or any
other liquid. Dry thoroughly before storing.
Fig. 4
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