Let the wax harden
Gently scrape off excess wax with your fingernails or a comb
Apply ice wrapped in a cloth to harden the wax further
Use a small amount of oil, such as coconut oil, olive oil, or baby oil
Massage the oil into the waxed hair
Comb out the softened wax with a fine-tooth comb
Wash the hair with warm water and shampoo
Repeat if needed
Avoid pulling or yanking the hair
Seek professional help if the wax is stuck close to the scalp or causes pain