3 OF THE BEST HOME WAXING HACKS

Facialist and skin expert Charlotte Connoley shares her DIY wax tips

The prep Make sure that skin is fully exfoliated to remove any dead skin cells and free ingrown hairs, by using a dry body brush, such as The Body Shop Round Body Brush, £9 . Exfoliate at least 24 hours before waxing to ensure an irritation-free wax.

The technique Start on an easyto-reach area, such as your leg, and take off the wax strips in an upwards, fast movement. Nair Coconut Body Wax Strips, £6.99, contain moisturising coconut milk to nourish and protect sensitive skin.

The aftercare Avoid sunbathing, baths and swimming as they can all irritate the skin. Applying deodorant or self-tan should be avoided for 24 hours. Treat the area with an unfragranced moisturiser, such as Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Fragrance Free Body Lotion, £4.29.