Sugaring is a form of hair removal that uses a paste made from sugar, water, and lemon to remove hair from the root. Sugar is applied in the opposite direction of hair growth and removed in the direction of hair growth, which helps reduce breakage and is gentler on the skin than traditional waxing.
The sugar also removes dead skin during the process, giving you some gentle exfoliation too! But sugaring is more than just three simple ingredients, there's an art to the technique. Dating all the way back to ancient Egypt, it's a craft that takes skill, practice, and a whole lot of intention.
The short answer? It can! Hair is being removed from the root, so some discomfort comes with the territory. How it feels really depends on the person, the area being sugared, and your own sensitivity.
Your first few appointments may feel a little more spicy, especially if you were a shaver. But with consistency, the hair can start growing back softer and finer, making removal easier over time. It's one of those things that gets better the more you stick with it!
There are a few things you can do before your appointment to help everything go as smoothly as possible.
Exfoliation: Exfoliate with a scrub or mitt during the week leading up to your appointment, but give it a rest the day before and the day of. Sugaring already exfoliates the skin, so doing too much too close together can cause irritation.
Hair Length: Hair should be at least 1/4 inch long, about the length of a grain of rice. If you've been shaving, try to give it at least 2 weeks to grow out before your appointment.
Pain Management: If you're nervous about the pain, taking ibuprofen or Tylenol about 30 minutes beforehand can help with discomfort.
Sun Exposure: Avoid tanning or prolonged sun exposure leading up to your appointment. If the area is sunburned or irritated, it'll need some time to heal before it can be sugared.
Clean Skin: Arrive with clean, dry skin and avoid lotions, oils, or deodorant on the area being sugared.
Every 4-6 weeks is the sweet spot! Staying on a consistent schedule helps get the hair on a more similar growth cycle, which can make your results more consistent from appointment to appointment.
Over time, regular sugaring can also lead to softer, finer, and less dense regrowth. Basically, consistency is where the magic happens.
Freshly sugared skin can be a little more sensitive so for the first 24-48 hours, try to avoid anything that can cause extra heat, friction, or irritation.
Heat & Sweat: Skip hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, and intense workouts.
Friction: Let the skin breathe and avoid tight clothing and anything that may cause excessive friction.
Swimming: Hold off on pools, hot tubs, lakes, and other bodies of water while the skin settles.
Sun Exposure: Avoid tanning and prolonged sun exposure on the freshly sugared area.
Exfoliation: Give the skin a couple days before reaching for your scrub or exfoliating mitt again. Sugaring already did the exfoliating for you!
Yes. You’re still welcome to get sugared during your period, just be sure to wear a tampon, menstrual cup, or disc so the service can be performed. Please keep in mind that your skin may be more sensitive during this time, which could result in increased discomfort during the appointment.
Yes. Sugaring is considered safe during pregnancy. After giving birth, it is generally recommended to wait 1 to 3 months before resuming sugaring services, depending on individual healing and comfort levels.
Yes. A variety of sugaring services are available for male clients. However, genital sugaring services for male anatomy are not currently offered. Intimate sugaring services for vulva anatomy are available as part of a specialized scope of practice.
For safety and optimal results, certain areas are not suitable for sugaring, including the beard, ears, inside of the nostrils, and areas with broken, irritated, or compromised skin. If you're unsure whether a service is appropriate, feel free to reach out prior to booking.
First-time clients can choose between 15% off their first visit or a $60 brazilian.
If you choose the $60 brazilian, any additional services booked during the same appointment are charged at regular price.
Choose whichever offer makes the most sense for the services you're booking!
Additional Guidelines:
The loyalty discount is available to returning clients who maintain a consistent booking schedule. When you rebook your next appointment within 4-6 weeks of your previous visit, 20% off is applied to that appointment.
Additional Guidelines:
Refer someone new to Homebody and receive $25 off a future visit once they complete their first appointment.
The person referred can choose from the two first-time visit offers. Have them provide your name when booking so the referral can be credited.
Additional Guidelines:
All services are available by appointment only.
Homebody Sugaring is located inside Stone Atelier at the Lake Forest Park Town Center. Detailed arrival instructions are sent in your booking confirmation and reminder emails.
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