What Medications Should I Avoid Before Waxing? (And When to Reschedule)

Just because your skin looks fine doesn’t mean it’s ready for wax. Medication contraindications for waxing, like Accutane, antibiotics, or even retinoids, can quietly sabotage your results by thinning the skin or slowing healing. This guide from Wax Haven in San Diego breaks down when to wax, when to wait, and why being upfront about your meds is an essential skincare strategy.