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Sugaring is very similar to waxing. A substance made from sugar, lemon juice and water is applied to the skin and removed with a cotton strip. The technique dates back to ancient Egypt and has recently increased in popularity. In the 1990s, Nad's, an Australian sugaring hair removal product, was a hit in America.
Sugaring is praised for being all-natural, and often causes less irritation because the solution sticks only to the hair, not the skin. The sugaring hair removal treatment is water-soluble, so it is easier to remove than traditional waxes. Like waxing, sugaring your hair may leave the area hair-free and smooth for up to six weeks.
Like waxing, sugaring is commonly used to remove hair from the eyebrows, lip, chin, bikini area and legs. Again, because it's all-natural and adheres only to hair, sugaring can often be used on more sensitive areas, like the bikini line or upper lip. However, a small area of the skin should always be tested before applying the sugar.
For best results, the hair should be at least 1/4-inch thick. Professional sugaring is not as widely popular in America as professional waxing, but many easy-to-use sugaring kits are currently on the market.
Sugaring hair removal kits are comparative in cost to traditional waxing kits. Expect to pay $10 to $30 for sugar hair removers.
The sugaring hair removal method can be messy, particularly for sensitive areas like the eyes. Consider the plucking hair removal method as an alternative. Learn more on the next page.
Sugaring hair removal kits are comparative in cost to traditional waxing kits. Expect to pay $10 to $30 for sugar hair removers.