When addressing the after-care requirements for your waxing treatment, it is important to remember that the skin is extremely sensitive, delicate, and open to bacteria. As with applying lotions, creams, or even sunblock, it is highly advised that you wait at a minimum of 24 hours after a wax before applying anything to your skin. Similarly, it is also advised that you avoid strenuous exercise, sun exposure, or friction to the area for the same reasons. Unfortunately for many freshly-waxed customers, this also includes sex.
Presuming you have just had a bikini wax (compared to an underarm or leg wax), it is particularly important that you allow time between the treatment and any sexual activity. The skin, with its opened pores and heightened sensitivity, is more prone to bruising, infection and irritation; none of which are desirable in the bikini region at any time, let alone when engaging in intimate activity. By waiting, you allow your skin a chance to recuperate, and for any irritation to subside. Some may find that applying a cooling cloth or ice pack to the area can help with the speed of skin recovery.
The condition of your partner’s hair and skin can also result in negative effects; if you have had a full Brazilian, the skin is going to be extremely sensitive and may become irritated by your partner’s pubic hair, or beard; if engaging in oral sex. While seasoned waxers may have less skin sensitivity and be able to get away with same-day sex, most people will find it too tender and delicate. While barrier and lubrication creams may assist with reducing any friction, they still present the problem of potentially blocking any open pores.
Conclusively, while it is certainly possible to have sex the same day as a waxing it is not strongly advised due to concerns over personal comfort, skin hygiene, and recovery. It is almost always better to allow a day or two to pass, to allow your skin to return to its optimum condition. If you have a special occasion coming up, you might find the following article interesting <link: I have a special occasion coming up and have never been waxed. Are there any special instructions?>