Question 1

What Is Sugaring?

Accepted Answer

Sugaring is an alternative to waxing. A natural form of hair removal using a paste, resembling candy or caramel, made from water, sugar and lemon juice.  The paste is applied onto the skin against the direction of the hair growth, then flicked off - removing the hair. It is not hot, and hurts far less than traditional waxing. 
The paste does not stick to skin, only hair. 
We do not use any sticks or strips to apply or remove sugar paste. We only use the authentic gloved hand method.
Sugar paste is applied to the skin, against the growth of hair.
Sugar paste is then flicked off the skin, sliding the hair out in the direction of growth.

Question 2

What's The Difference Between Sugaring & Waxing?

Question 3

How Long Does Sugaring Last?

Accepted Answer

To answer this, you should first know there are 4 phases of hair growth. 
Anagen: Growing
Catagen: Regression
Telogen: Resting
Exogen: Shedding
When hair is sugared in the growing phase (typically when its length is 1/8” to ¼” long), it won’t begin to grow back for 3-6 weeks. However, not all of your hairs are in the same phase at any time. We recommend that clients get sugared every 3 weeks for the first 6 months in order to catch every new growth cycle. This leads to long term hair reduction.

Question 4

How long should my hair be?

Accepted Answer

Sugaring doesn't require the hair to be a long as traditional waxing. 
Typically 2 weeks from your last shave should be plenty. 
Spacing your sugaring appointments 3 weeks apart is recommended.

However, do not trim your hair if it is grown out, you don't want to run the risk of trimming too short. Long hair does not hurt more to get sugared, but strongly rooted hair does hurt more. It isn't the length, it is the strength.

Question 5

Does Sugaring Causes Ingrown Hairs?

Accepted Answer

No, sugaring is gently exfoliating and helps to extract ingrown hairs. It removes the hairs from the root in the direction of growth, helping to prevent ingrown hairs from forming.

What does cause ingrown hairs?

In traditional waxing, hair is removed in the opposite direction of growth, causing both disruption in the follicle and broken hairs. This can cause ingrown hairs to form almost immediately.
Naturally, when new hairs are growing in, if the surface of the skin isn't regularly exfoliated and moisturized, the hair can get trapped under a layer of dry, dead skin cells.

Question 6

How Should I Prepare For My Appointment?

Accepted Answer

Come with clean skin, No lotions or body oils day of
Don’t Shave for at least 2 weeks (3-4 weeks for large areas)
Stay hydrated 
No UV tanning for 24 hours prior
No Caffeine for at least 6 hours prior to your appointment
Inform your Sugarist of any changes to your intake form.

Question 7

What Aftercare Should Be Followed?

Accepted Answer

Wear clean, loose fitting clothes
Use gentle, fragrance free skincare products, No harsh chemicals for 12 - 24 hours
No excessive heat, hot tubs, saunas, hot bath/showers for 12 - 24 hours 
Use gentle, fragrance free skincare products, No harsh chemicals for 12 - 24 hours
Avoid working out and excessive sweating for 12 - 24 hours
Use a physical exfoliant every other day or a chemical exfoliant 1-2 times a week.

Question 8

Who Is Sugaring Safe For?

Accepted Answer

All Stages of Pregnancy
Sensitive Skin Types
During your menstrual cycle (Wear a tampon or cup)
People 12 aged years and up. (Bikini Services 16 years and up)

Question 9

Who Shouldn't Get Sugared?

Accepted Answer

Internal Skincare prescriptions such as: Accutane, Amnesteem, Claravis (6 months since last dose)
Strong Antibiotics (1 week)
Topical Skincare such as: Retinol, Retin-A, Renova, Tazorac, or Differin (2 weeks since last application)
Recent chemical peels, or extreme forms of exfoliation
Sun burns, dry peeling skin
Beards - Thick Male Facial Hair
Children (Anyone aged 11 years and younger)

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