Pre-epilation lotions

Italwax Cosmetic Talc Powder 150 g is a fine, highly purified talc for preparing the skin before hair removal. Use it with pearl elastic wax, hot wax, and sugar paste. It contains no zinc oxide or starch.

What it does for you

• Keeps skin dry: the talc quickly absorbs moisture from the area.
• Wax adheres better, making hair removal more effective.
• No zinc oxide: Italwax says it does not irritate the skin.
• Does not clump on damp skin and is easy to remove without leaving a residue.
• Use it at any stage: before, during, and after hair removal.

How to use it at home

1. Cleanse the skin with a pre-hair removal lotion or foam and let it dry.
2. Apply a little talc to the area to be treated.
3. Spread it evenly with the palm of your hand.
4. Apply the wax or sugar paste.
5. If the skin starts to sweat during the process, apply a little more talc.

For what skin type and area

For the whole body. Italwax especially recommends it for delicate areas where the skin needs to be dried quickly during hair removal. If you sweat a lot, such as under the arms, the Help Line antiperspirant powder is specially designed for this.

Active ingredients

• Fine cosmetic talc: absorbs moisture and helps the wax grip the hair.

Specifications

What else you need

• Italwax Strong Sugar Paste 600 g
• Italwax Natural Pearl Elastic Wax
• Italwax Natural Hot Wax Cartridge
• Italwax Top Line Pre-Hair Removal Foam with Lime
• Italwax After-Hair Removal Oil with Lemon

ProBeauty Tip. When using sugar paste, talc is a lifesaver when the paste sticks. Dust a little around the stuck area, pull the paste over the talc, and remove it quickly.

Italwax Pre-Epilation Lotion with Aloe Vera 250 ml prepares the skin for waxing. It removes cosmetic residue, degreases the skin, and lifts the hairs. It contains a small amount of alcohol and plant extracts, including aloe vera.

What it does for you

• The skin remains clean and grease-free before you apply the wax.
• The hairs are lifted, so the wax grips them more easily.
• Removes cream and makeup residue from the area you want to wax.
• Does not dry out the skin: Italwax says it degreases without a drying effect.
• Economical for large areas: legs, arms, back.

How to use it at home

1. Apply the amount of lotion you need to the area to be waxed.
2. Spread it with light, massaging motions.
3. Wipe off the excess with a tissue and let the skin dry.
4. Apply a little talc powder if you are working with hot wax or sugar paste.
5. Continue with the wax.

For what skin type and area

For large areas: legs, arms, back. Italwax recommends it primarily before hot wax, but the catalog also lists it for hard wax pearls and sugar paste. For the underarms, groin, or sensitive skin, Top Line foam with lime is the option designed for delicate areas.

Active ingredients

• Aloe vera: plant extract that helps care for the skin before hair removal.
• Alcohol, in a small amount: degreases the skin before waxing.

Specifications

What else you need

• Italwax Hot Wax Cartridge, Aloe Vera
• Italwax Hot Wax with Honey, 400 ml Tin
• Italwax Cosmetic Talc Powder
• Italwax After-Wax Oil with Lemon
• Hair Removal Strip Roll

ProBeauty Tip. Do not apply body cream on the day of hair removal. Skin without cream helps the lotion do its job.

Italwax Top Line Lime Pre-Epilation Foam 200 ml cleanses and prepares the skin for waxing. It is part of the Top Line range, created for sensitive skin. It has a foam texture and a fresh citrus scent.

What it does for you

• Wax adheres better to the hair: the foam degreases the skin and leaves it slightly dry.
• Gently removes traces of makeup and sebum from the area to be waxed.
• Suitable for delicate areas: underarms, the bikini line, as well as legs and arms.
• Low consumption: the foam texture spreads easily over large areas.
• Leaves the skin feeling fresh and soft, with a light lime scent.

How to use it at home

1. Pump out enough foam for the area to be waxed.
2. Apply to the skin using light, massaging motions.
3. Wipe off any excess with a tissue and allow the skin to dry.
4. Apply hot wax or Italwax Top Line Emerald Hard Wax Beads.

For which skin type and area

For all skin types, including sensitive skin, and for the whole body. Italwax recommends it before hot wax and Italwax Top Line Emerald Hard Wax Beads. For large areas, you can also use the pre-epilation lotion with aloe vera.

Active ingredients

• Lime extract: provides the fresh citrus scent.

Specifications

What else you need

• Italwax Top Line Emerald Hard Wax Beads
• Italwax Top Line Argan Wax Cartridge
• Italwax Cosmetic Talc Powder
• Italwax After-Wax Lotion with Azulene
• Wax Heater for Wax Boxes and Beads

ProBeauty Tip. The skin under the arms sweats quickly. Apply the foam, wipe it off, then apply a little talc powder just before waxing to keep the area dry.

Italwax Help Line Antiperspirant Powder 90 g prepares the skin for hair removal in areas prone to sweating. It contains natural ingredients, kaolin and calamine. It helps control perspiration and allows the wax to adhere better.

What it does for you

• Keeps the skin dry during hair removal, even if you sweat a lot.
• Helps the wax adhere better to dry skin, so it grips the hair more securely.
• Creates a protective barrier and helps prevent skin irritation during the procedure.
• More comfort on delicate areas: underarms, bikini line, and face.
• Suitable for home use: Italwax makes it for both salon and home use.

How to use it at home

1. Cleanse the area with a pre-hair removal lotion or foam and allow the skin to dry.
2. Pour a small amount of powder into the palm of your hand and apply it to the area to be treated.
3. Remove the hair with wax.
4. After hair removal, apply a small amount of powder to the area again, as recommended by Italwax.

Skin type and areas

Italwax recommends it for the face, underarms, bikini line, groin, back, chest, and abdomen. It is especially useful when the skin sweats quickly and the wax no longer adheres. For large, dry areas, cosmetic talc is sufficient.

Active ingredients

• Kaolin: a natural ingredient in the powder formula.
• Calamine: a natural ingredient that, together with kaolin, helps control perspiration.

Specifications

What else you need

• Italwax Top Line Emerald Pearl Wax
• Italwax Strong Sugar Paste 600 g
• Italwax Cosmetic Talc Powder
• Italwax Top Line Pre-Hair Removal Foam with Lime
• Italwax After-Hair Removal Lotion with Azulene

ProBeauty tip. Remove the hair from your underarms last, after your legs or arms. Apply the powder just before waxing so the skin does not have time to heat up and sweat.