Is Sugaring Better Than Waxing?

Last updated on March 14th, 2024 at 10:27 am

Sugar hair removal is a method of hair removal which uses a sugar paste that is molded into every part of the body; it can effortlessly grab even very fine hairs on the face without damaging the skin.  Sugaring is generally less painful than waxing and sugar paste can pick up shorter hairs that wax cannot. Sugar paste will never burn you, can decrease your chances of ingrown hairs if done correctly, and is ideal for those with sensitive skin. Sound good? We think so!

What is Sugaring?

Sugaring is an ancient form of hair removal that dates back to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Mesopotamia. Sugar paste does not need to be heated to hot temperatures and does not require sticks or strips to apply (which makes it very eco-friendly). Sugar paste is naturally bacteria- resistant, water-soluble, and contains only three ingredients: sugar, lemon juice, and water.

The Process

Sugar paste is applied to the skin at body temperature (which will not burn or damage the skin) in the opposite direction of hair growth, where it is molded around the hair follicle. Once properly molded, the sugar paste is pulled off with a gloved hand in the natural direction of hair growth. Sugaring also tends to hurt a bit less than waxing because wax adheres to both the skin and hair; sugar only adheres to the hair.

Who can be sugared?

Sugaring can be done on all types of skin, especially sensitive skin. Unlike strip wax or hard wax, sugar paste is applied to the skin at a much cooler temperature. Since sugar paste is applied at a much cooler temperature, this reduces the chances of burning, lifting, or irritating the skin.  Sugaring is also best for those who are prone to ingrown hairs; since the sugar paste is removed in the direction of hair growth, there is less of a chance for broken hairs that can cause ingrown hair issues.

More Sanitary Than Waxing? Possibly.

With strip or hard wax, it is very easy for a technician to double dip a stick that was already used to apply wax. Sugar paste is removed from its container only once, with a gloved hand – so there is zero chance of cross-contamination.

Sugaring can be done from head to toe and is truly an art that takes time, commitment, and dedication to learn.