Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Body Sugaring?
A: Body sugaring is an ancient art of hair removal using a completely natural paste made from lemon, sugar and water. It looks like honey, but is even thicker. The paste is molded onto your skin against the direction of the hair growth, then quickly flicked off – removing the sugar paste, extracting your unwanted hair, and collecting dead skin cells. This ancient hand technique that allows for the hair to be extracted in the direction of it’s growth means less breakage and discomfort for you! It’s more sanitary and reduces waste because there are no sticks or strips. After your service, the paste and gloves are discarded and you are left with beautifully smooth skin.
Q: How long does the hair need to be?
A: 1/2″ – about the length of a grain of rice. Depending on how fast your hair grows, that is usually 10 – 14 days after your last shave.
Q: How long does the hair stay away after Body Sugaring?
A: It all depends on what part of your body was Sugar’d, and how often you get Sugar’d. The short answer to this question is this: the more times you’re Sugar’d, the longer the hair stays away after each visit.
Q: How often do you suggest I get Sugar’d?
A: For areas below the waist, we suggest you get Sugar’d every 4 weeks. Areas above the waist grow at different rates. You may want to get your eyebrows or underarms done more often than once a month. Your arms hair may not need to be done as often.
Q: Do I need to prepare for my appointment in any way?
A: Please do not put deodorant on before your underarm Sugaring appointment; don’t put any lotion on the areas you are getting Sugar’d that day, and please do not exfoliate the day before or the day of your appointment.
Q: I have sensitive skin; can I be Sugar’d?
A: Yes! Any pigment or type of hair can be Sugar’d. It is even 100% safe during your entire pregnancy! With Sugaring, only the dead skin and hair is removed – NONE of your live skin can be removed. And the sugar paste is applied at room temperature, so it can NEVER burn you! Made from white sugar, water, and lemon juice (citric acid), our sugar paste is perfect for every skin type. It’s 100% eco-friendly and biodegradable, and any excess sugar paste comes off gently with warm water.
Q: How does Sugaring work towards a permanent hair removal solution?
A: Regular extraction at an 1/4″ (the Anagen Phase of hair growth) leads to permanent hair loss. When hair is extracted at that length it pulls some of the follicle wall out with it each time eventually causing it to collapse. This is why we suggest that your legs and bikini area are done every 4 weeks.
Q: Is there anything I need to do after my appointment?
A: The biggest thing you want to remember is not to sweat for 24 hours after your appointment – no tanning, working out, or putting lotion on. Your pores are empty and clean. Leave them that way until they close up, which usually takes 24 hours. Another thing you want to do is exfoliate (pretty much every day in between appointments). The only time you don’t want to exfoliate are the day before, the day of, and the day after your Sugaring appointment. Make sure your exfoliator is taking off all your dead skin in-between appointments – if your hair is growing under a layer of dead skin, it is probably time for you to get a new exfoliating mitt. Most Sugar’d locations sell the Supracor exfoliation products – facial sponge, bath kit, and body exfoliator.
Q: What is your cancellation policy?
A: Here at Sugar’d, we rarely keep you waiting. It is for this reason that we ask that you arrive promptly for your appointment. If you are running more than 5-10 minutes late, you run the risk of having your services reduced or rescheduled. We ask for at least 24 hours notice if you need to alter your appointment.
CANCELLATION:
We ask that you give us 24 hours notice if you must cancel or reschedule your appointment.
We understand that things come up unexpectedly, so to be fair, we give you a total of 3 strikes! After 3 strikes, you will need to prepay for your future appointments.
Strike 1: Will advise you of the No Show & Cancellation Policy
Strike 2: You will be charged for ½ of your previously booked service upon your next appointment.
Strike 3: You will no longer be able to ‘reserve’ time without paying for your service in advance.
Please let us know if you need help remembering your appointment. We offer appointment reminders by phone or text message
If you have any other questions about Body Sugaring, please call and ask your local salon.