Your Beauty Appointment Checklist: What to Do Before & After
Booking a beauty appointment is always exciting — whether it’s for lash extensions, brow lamination, or a sugaring session. But did you know that how you prepare before your appointment and care for your results afterward can dramatically affect the outcome?
At Bare Elegance in Cambridge, Ontario, we’ve seen firsthand how a little preparation and proper aftercare can make treatments last longer and look better. This checklist walks you through everything you should do before and after your beauty appointment so you can enjoy smooth skin, flawless lashes, and gorgeous brows with confidence.
Why Preparation and Aftercare Matter
Skipping prep or aftercare may not seem like a big deal, but it can:
- Shorten the lifespan of results (for example, lash extensions falling out too soon)
- Causes unnecessary irritation or redness
- Reduce the overall effectiveness of treatments
When you take a few extra steps, you’ll:
- Get smoother waxing and sugaring results
- Extend the wear of your lash extensions
- Protect the health of your natural lashes and skin
Feel more comfortable during and after your service
Before Your Appointment: The Ultimate Prep Checklist
1. Arrive With a Clean Face and Skin
For any beauty service, start with a fresh canvas:
- Remove all makeup (especially around the eyes if you’re getting lash extensions).
- Skip moisturizers, oils, or heavy creams on the areas being treated.
- Avoid self-tanner close to your appointment date to prevent uneven results.
💡 Pro Tip: Arrive makeup-free to save time and help your technician get started right away.
2. Avoid Caffeine and Alcohol
Both caffeine and alcohol can make your skin more sensitive. Too much caffeine can also cause eye twitching, which makes lash or brow services more challenging. Opt for water or herbal tea before your appointment instead.
3. Exfoliate Before Waxing or Sugaring
If your appointment is for body sugaring or waxing, gently exfoliate 24 hours beforehand. This helps lift dead skin cells and allows hair to be removed more easily, leading to smoother results.
4. Dress Comfortably
For body treatments, wear loose, breathable clothing. Tight fabrics can rub against freshly treated skin and cause irritation.
5. Time It Right
- Waxing or sugaring: Try not to book right before your menstrual cycle — skin is often more sensitive at this time.
Lash and brow services: Allow at least 24–48 hours before major events (like weddings or photo shoots) in case of minor redness or adjustments.
6. Communicate With Your Technician
At Bare Elegance, we want you to feel completely comfortable. Let us know if:
- It’s your first time
- You have sensitive skin or allergies
- You are taking any medications that affect your skin
Clear communication ensures the safest, most effective results.
After Your Appointment: Essential Care Tips
Once your beauty service is complete, aftercare becomes the key to long-lasting results.
Lash Extension Aftercare
- Keep lashes dry for 24 hours — avoid water, steam, and sweat.
- Clean daily with a lash-safe cleanser to prevent buildup.
- Avoid oils and waterproof mascara, which can weaken the adhesive.
- Brush gently with a spoolie each morning to keep lashes neat.
✨ Result: Lashes stay full and fluttery for up to 3 weeks before a refill.
Brow Lamination or Tint Aftercare
- Avoid moisture for 24 hours (no swimming, saunas, or steamy showers).
- Skip makeup on brows for the first day.
- Condition your brows with a nourishing oil after 48 hours to keep hairs soft and healthy.
✨ Result: Brows stay styled, smooth, and fuller-looking for 6–8 weeks.
Waxing or Sugaring Aftercare
- Avoid heat for 24–48 hours: no hot baths, saunas, or tanning.
- Skip intense workouts that cause sweating and friction.
- Wear loose clothing to reduce irritation.
- Exfoliate gently 2–3 times a week, starting after 48 hours to prevent ingrown hairs.
✨ Result: Smooth, hair-free skin that stays softer for longer.
Things to Avoid Immediately After Your Appointment
No matter what service you book, keep these universal “don’ts” in mind:

- Don’t pick, rub, or touch treated areas.
- Don’t apply harsh skincare products (like retinol or strong acids).
- Don’t schedule another intense treatment (facials, chemical peels, etc.) right away.
Giving your skin and lashes time to settle ensures the best outcome.
Long-Term Maintenance Tips
Schedule Regular Appointments

- Lash extensions: every 2–3 weeks
- Brow lamination: every 6–8 weeks
- Sugaring/waxing: every 4–6 weeks, depending on hair growth
Use the Right Products
Invest in aftercare products designed for your service. At Bare Elegance, we recommend and carry lash-safe cleansers, brow conditioners, and post-sugaring skincare essentials.
Stay Consistent
Your results build over time. Regular maintenance keeps your skin smooth, your lashes full, and your brows beautifully shaped.
Quick Checklist Recap
✅ Before Your Appointment:

- Arrive with clean, product-free skin
- Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and self-tanner
- Exfoliate before waxing or sugaring
- Dress in comfortable clothing
- Book around your cycle and schedule wisely
- Communicate with your technician
✅ After Your Appointment:
- Keep treated areas dry for 24 hours
- Follow service-specific aftercare (lashes, brows, waxing)
- Avoid heat, sweat, and friction
- Exfoliate gently after 48 hours (for hair removal services)
- Schedule regular touch-ups or refills
Final Thoughts
Your beauty appointment doesn’t end when you leave the studio — the right prep and aftercare are just as important. By following this checklist, you’ll protect your investment and enjoy longer-lasting results.
✨ Ready to book your next appointment? At Bare Elegance in Cambridge, Ontario, we specialize in lash extensions, brows, sugaring, and waxing. Our team of professionals will guide you every step of the way — from prep to aftercare.
👉 Book your beauty appointment today and experience the Bare Elegance difference.
