BAD BAD Wax Job...HELP!

bargekd

Hi everyone,
So, I am getting married THIS Saturday.  I went today to have my eyebrows waxed, and since I've done it a few times before, I didn't think anything about it.  However, the woman obviously didn't realize how HOT her wax was.  Initially, the wax didn't feel bad...I just kinda felt like it was going normally.  When she finished, I was having alot more pain than usual, and the skin that she had waxed was starting to swell.  I kinda blew it off, figuring it'd calm down, and I'd be ok.  Well, about 12 hours later, I have obviously been burned.  The areas around my eyebrows are BRIGHT red, and they feel very raw.  I am not sure if anyone can help me with this, but I'm worried I'll blister/peel or something.  I'm doing my best to stay calm right now.  If any of you have advice for me, I'd really appreciate it.
Thanks so much!

meep2

Oddly enough, this is the first thing I found when I looked up "how to sooth wax burns":

http://www.ehow.com/how_5077414_treat-eyebrow-wax-burns.html

So, seems you're not alone. Try their recommendations, and if it does start to blister, as they mention, seek medical attention.

Hope this helps, good luck!

bargekd

Thank you so much!!! I'm on it!!! lol

jessicabessica

This happened to me at a particular salon (never went back there, obviously).  I don't remember how long it took to heal.  I remember putting ice on it right away, and then neosporin for the burn.  I hope you feel better soon!

HBaker82407

good luck trying to get it fixed. im sorry this happend!

Goldlie11

Go to the supermarket and buy an aloe leaf.  It's really cheap.  Cut the leaf and spread the goo on a cotton pad.  Apply it to the inflamed area right before bed.  Cover and refrigerate leaf. It should clear up in a few days.  

drgirl

Ditto aloe and ice. And take ibuprofen.

mcweiss1

Ditto on the ibuprofen, you can take more than you think you should like 3 at a time.  It will help with inflammation.