Cellulitis is when bacteria gets through a small break in the skin and it's very rare. When you think about how many men and women cut themselves shaving every day. It's rare because it takes a unique set of circumstances to get it. If their immune system is low or they are diabetic
even then the person has to sensitive to that particular bacteria. So a bit of bad luck is involved too.
If a client has redness that persists 24hrs after waxing or the redness starts to cover a larger area, they should see a doctor as cellulitis can be treated and reversed with oral anti-biotics but if they wait for several day, then it can turn into an abscess or worse.
Waxing causes a temporary inflammatory reaction. But this should be subsided within 24 hours or so after a waxing treatment. If redness persists or becomes more intense or starts to cover a larger area, then the client should their GP immediately . Early cellulitis can be treated and reversed with oral antibiotics.
If you work clean and you made sure that your client was in good health, then it's nothing that you've done. I know it's a worry for you and of course you're concerned for your client and yourself, but find out the facts. How long did she leave it before she went to the doctor? Also, is it a fact that she has cellulitis? I'd want a second opinion as the first diagnosis isn't always right.
HTH's. Keep your chin up. x:hug: