![]() I’ve heard you can use most acids from lime/orange/vinegar, but lemon juice is the standard. The reason you use lemon juice in this mix is to keep the sugar soft and it acts as a preservative. I typically use fresh but I don’t think it will matter if it’s fresh or bottled. Touch the wax with your fingers before applying to make sure it’s a safe temperature for you. Really any reliable thermometer is helpful for consistent results, but not completely necessary since you can judge the wax by the color. Once the numbing cream is dry or you wipe it off, you’re good to begin waxing! Just remember that not being able to feel pain level means take extra care to sensitive areas (aka bikini wax). I do concur with the majority that sugar waxing is less painful than regular waxing, but if you have dense hair that you are pulling (ahem…Brazilian) definitely opt for numbing cream (all skin types handle waxing a little differently). The key for me has been to put seran wrap over the area (always avoid eyes/mouth/nose) so it sinks into the skin as deeply as possible. I barely feel anything more than a tug after letting it sit on my skin for 30-45 minutes. Since starting my microneedling journey, I’ve used NumbSkin for anything and everything painful. This helps expose any ingrown hairs, decreases pain during waxing, and prevents hair breakage. I exfoliate the skin I want to wax the day before to take off that extra layer of dead skin before waxing. ![]() I typically wax once my hair growth is the length of a grain of rice, which is about a ¼ inch long. The Skin Prep How long should my hair be? If it hurts, just rinse it off, dry your skin, and start again. ![]() If you didn’t heat the wax properly or it gets stuck in a hair follicle, you can just jump in the shower and get the wax off immediately without having to continue. It is definitely my favorite method of hair removal compared to traditional wax hair removal techniques.īecause sugar wax is water soluble and comes right off with warm/hot water in the shower, it is the perfect wax for anyone to use. No more need for baby oil when I can’t get the wax off my waxer left on me. Bonus: natural waxing has some major advantages, like it washes off easily with warm water, is great for sensitive skin, and has a long shelf life. Why Sugar Wax?īesides being just 2 ingredients (unless you count water as an ingredient, then 3, but I digress) DIY sugar wax is so much easier than you’d think to make. It’s also a fraction of the cost of going to a salon. Sugar wax is known for being great for sensitive skin because it doesn’t stick as much to the skin, just the hair. It wasn’t until I discovered hard wax that I finally gave it another try, and after discovering I can sugar wax at home, I’ve been able to stick to a regular schedule–especially during the Pandemic. ![]() ![]() I swore off waxing strips forever after a bad experience (yup, even with professionals this can be an unpleasant experience) but had no idea there were less painful alternatives. It was always a bit painful for my sensitive skin to go get waxed–especially in the bikini area. That will help you get used to the process before going to that bikini party with redness and/or bruising.Īfter experiencing it all, I prefer waxing over shaving. If you do this at home, start with areas that are used to abrasives, like your legs…in winter or a week before the party. If you aren’t experienced, the chances of bruising goes up because of not being gentle with yourself. I’m probably overly cautious because I have extra sensitive skin and bruise easily, even with professionals. If you’ve never waxed before, go to a professional first. Disclaimer: I’m not a professional, just speaking from experience. ![]()
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