There are beauty brands that follow the trends … and then there’s Bushbalm, the Canadian-born body-care company that proudly tackles the skin concerns we don’t talk about nearly enough. Ingrown hairs? Razor burn? Dark spots? Angry underarms? Butt-needs-a-little-love-too? Bushbalm has built an entire empire around solving them—with natural, dermatologist-approved formulas and a philosophy best summed up as: “Face-quality skincare. Targeted results. Everywhere.”

And the origin story? Iconic. As in: a honeymoon, a curious couple and one very experimental moment involving face oil “down there.” Turns out, the skin responded beautifully—and a brand was born.

Fast-forward to today, and Bushbalm has become the go-to for bikini-line skincare, waxing recovery, sensitive-skin routines and body treatments that genuinely work. To dig into winter routines, ingrown-prevention secrets and expert must-haves, we spoke with Kimberly Avalos—Bushbalm’s in-house esthetician and owner of Esthetic Junkies Studio in California. Spoiler: your winter body-care routine is about to be upgraded.

Winter Skin = Needy Skin (Yes, Even “Down There”)

Kimberly says winter changes everything—and not just for your face. “In winter, everyone’s skin gets drier and a little more sensitive. Even people who never deal with dryness suddenly feel tight or flaky.” Her fix? Consistency and moisture—two words you’ll hear from her a lot. “Use Bushbalm oils daily after every shower and keep up with gentle exfoliation,” she says. “Those two steps make the biggest difference.”

Want a Better Wax? Start Before Your Appointment

If you’re a waxer, consider Kimberly’s routine the gospel: “Your wax will be cleaner and require fewer cleanup strips if you exfoliate properly.” And her winter wax commandments? Exfoliate with Bushbalm sugar scrubs 2–3 times a week, moisturize daily with oils, avoid hot showers and tight clothing for 24 hours post-wax. Think of it as a pre- and post-wax love letter to your skin.

Ingrown Hairs: Banished, Not Just Managed

Kimberly’s rule for preventing ingrowns is blissfully simple: stay consistent. “Regular exfoliation with the sugar scrubs is key,” she says. “And always keep the area moisturized with an oil like Bermuda or Nude.” If dark spots are part of the picture, she recommends Bushbalm’s Radiant Reset Toner Pads for brightening and smoothing.

“Skincare, Everywhere”—Without Overdoing It

Forget 12-step routines for your bikini line. Kimberly insists on simplicity: “You don’t need a full skincare routine down there. Stick to basics: light exfoliation, a daily oil, and gentle products.” The trick is treating intimate skin like facial skin—but gentler, smarter, and with products formulated specifically for those areas.

The Winter Habits Sabotaging Your Skin

Hot showers are the ultimate winter vice. “They strip your skin instantly,” Kimberly says. “Combine that with tight layers and skipping moisturizer and you’re inviting irritation.” Her winter trifecta: warm showers, oil immediately after, breathable fabrics.

The Perfect Holiday “Post-Wax Survival Kit”

Kimberly’s dream seasonal bundle includes:

• Cozy Cashmere exfoliating scrub
• The matching Bushbalm oil
• Hydrogel Vajacial Masks for emergency soothing

“When your skin feels tight or itchy, it’s begging for hydration. Those masks keep it soft and calm.”

The Bushbalm Stocking Stuffer That Always Wins

Kimberly’s gift pick is instant: “The oils, 100 per cent. They’re cute, colourful, smell amazing and anyone can use them.” Great for friends, sisters, partners, Secret Santas—if they have skin, they’ll love it.

The One Hero Product for Minimalists

If you’re only buying one thing, Kimberly recommends the Bermuda Oil + Scrub set: “It hydrates, brightens, helps with ingrowns—and it’s gynecologist and dermatologist approved. It’s an easy all-around product.”

Myth-Busting: Waxing Edition

If you’ve ever wondered whether you can skip pre- and post-wax routine steps, Kimberly says absolutely not: “A consistent routine is everything—it prevents ingrowns and makes waxing cleaner and easier.”

Kimberly’s Winter Ritual for Confident, Glowy Skin

Her secret weapon? Staying consistent with waxing and never skipping her mini vajacials. “Winter is actually the best time to wax. Hair grows thinner and slower. And mini vajacials keep everything smooth, hydrated, and ingrown-free.” Healthy, glowing, comfortable skin, even in January? Yes, please.

The Final Word: Face-Grade Care for Every Part of You

Bushbalm’s brilliance lies in its simplicity: natural ingredients, targeted routines, and a willingness to talk about the skin concerns most people avoid. Whether you shave, wax, trim, or let it grow, Kimberly sums it up best: “It’s all about healthy, happy skin. Everywhere.”