What is Sugaring?

Sugaring is an ancient middle eastern method of hair removal, using an all-natural mixture of sugar, water, and lemon juice at room temperature. Unlike waxing, this paste is applied in the opposite direction of hair growth and flicked off in the same direction. This removes the hair follicle from the root preventing irritation and reducing the chance of ingrown hairs.  With consistent treatments, this method of hair removal will collapse the hair follicle leading to permanent hair loss!  

• Hair should be 1/4″ of an inch to remove, the size of a rice grain.   (Usually about 10-14 days of growth)

• Shower up if possible, if you're on the go no worries, we have cleansing towelettes for you to freshen up with.

• No lotion, deodorant, oil, or any other skin care products. 

• Exfoliate the area 24-48 hours prior to appointment.  Exfoliating the day before or the day of can actually cause sugaring to over exfoliate the skin. 

• Stop using Retinol products for a minimum of 7 days prior to appointment. 

• Wear loose fitting clothes to avoid irritation and friction.

• Skip your workout! Sweat can cause the open follicles to break out.

• Keep your skin clean for the next day. Avoid make-up, lotions, etc. 

• Avoid the activities under the sheets for 24hrs after your treatment.

• Exfoliate the area 48 hours after your sugaring appointment. Repeat every 3 days for best results.

• Stay out of the bath and hot tub for 24 hours after sugaring.

If you are currently using any of the following prescription medications, your skin may be sensitive when receiving a sugaring service. Discontinue use of these medications for a minimum of 7-days prior to sugaring. 

• Accutane (Acne medication)
• Adapalene (Acne medication)
• Alustra (Retin A)
• Avage (Acne medication)
• Avita (Retin A)
• Azelex (Peeling agent)
• Clindamycin
• Differin (Acne medication)
• Doxycycline
• Erythromycin
• Isotretinoin (like Accutane)
• Madifloxicine
• Metronidazole
• Prednisone
• Renova (Retin A)
• Retin A (Acne and Anti-aging medication)
• Tazarac (Acne medication)
• Tazarotene (Tazorac)
• Tetracycline
• Tretinoin (Retin A)

If you are using any of the following. The following products can make your skin more sensitive. Thin, sensitive skin is more vulnerable to lifting and sensitivity during sugaring.

• Other acne medications not listed above
• Alpha Hydroxy Acids (Glycolic, Lactic)
• Oral Antibiotics
• Topical Antibiotics
• Retinol
• Salicylic Acids
• Any acid based products
• Exfoliants

• You must wait a minimum of seven (7) days before sugaring after a light chemical peel or microdermabrasion
• No sugaring if you have had a laser skin resurfacing within the past year
• No sugaring if you have had a physician-administered peel within the past two (2) years
• Women may experience extra sensitivity to sugaring up to a week prior to the beginning of their period
• No sugaring on sunburned skin
• No sugaring on irritated areas.

• Taking blood-thinning medications
• Taking drugs for autoimmune disease
• Medications for Lupus
• Taking prednisone or steroids
• Psoriasis, eczema, or other chronic skin diseases
• Recent cosmetic or reconstructive surgery recent laser skin treatment
• Severe varicose leg veins
• Rosacea or very sensitive skin
• History of cold sores or fever blisters (sugaring can cause a flare-up)
• Using hydroquinone
• Recent surgical peel, microdermabrasion, or chemical peel using glycolic, alpha hydroxy, or salicylic acid, or other acid-based products.

• You currently take Accutane or have stopped taking it for less than a year.
• You’re taking any prescription acne medication.
• You have Lupus or Aids.
• You’re in cancer therapy getting chemotherapy or radiation.
• You have been in direct sunlight for a long period of time.
• You have used a tanning bed within the last 24 hours.
• Areas you’re using any alpha hydroxy acids over 8%.
• Over or around body piercings.