FAQs

Q. Is sugaring painful?

A. While skin sensitivity varies, most people describe feeling a slight tingling sensation. Traditional waxing removes hair against its natural growth, which often increases discomfort. Sugaring is more gentle because it removes hair in the same direction of growth, minimizing the force needed to remove the hair and helping reduce subsequent ingrown hairs. Sugaring also avoids the all-too-common burning of traditional waxing, as it is applied at your body’s temperature. A few additional helpful notes:

• If you have dense hair, meaning you have more hair follicles in an area of skin, the sensation can be stronger.
• Over time, most people experience less tingling as the skin grows familiar with the sensation; hair is often more fine and releases more quickly after sugaring treatments; and some hair follicles won’t return.’
• Traditional waxing uses hot wax that increases blood supply to the applied area and consequently adds to skin sensitivity and discomfort. The sugaring mixture is comfortable and warm, and it does not overly stimulate blood supply or increase skin discomfort. Also, the sugaring paste only sticks to and removes dead skin; traditional wax sticks to all skin.

Q. Is sugaring safe?

A. Yes! If you’ve had a bad experience with ingrown hairs, rashes, or other painful irritations from traditional waxing or shaving, you will be overjoyed with sugaring. Your Waxy Club uses Tamara’s Professional Body Sugaring products. This Pacific NW company creates these all-natural products locally and uses high-grade, organically sourced ingredients. Read more about them on the company’s website.

Q. What areas of the body can I have sugared?

A. Sugaring is safe for almost the whole body, including the bikini line/full Brazilian. Exceptions are hair on the head or areas with wounds, cold sores, moles, or broken skin. Sugaring can help remove even coarse hair, which makes it an effective hair-removal option for men, and while Your Waxy Club offers sugaring for men, there are two exceptions: 1) sugaring cannot be used on the beard due to a different hair root system.

Q. Will my hair grow back darker and coarser?

A. No. On the contrary, the hair will grow back thinner since the hair is removed by the root, discouraging new growth. Over time, regular sugaring decreases hair growth as more follicles stop producing hair.

Q. How many weeks until my hair regrows?

A. Generally, sugaring hair removal lasts between four to six weeks, depending on your individual hair growth. Since repeated treatments can permanently remove hair follicles, you might be able to go longer in between applications over time. Some clients are able to go six+ weeks between sugaring treatments, while others see only slight hair growth. Each person is different, and you might have hair regrow all at once or return unevenly. Either way, you can have new growth removed when it is as short as 2mm.

Q. How long should my hair be to sugar?

A. For optimum results your hair should be at least 1/8 inch, but sugar paste can extract hair as short as 1/16 inch.

Q. How can I prevent ingrown hair?

A. Exfoliate daily using a wet loofah. Your Waxy Club can also recommend products that help prevent ingrown hairs.

Q. What should I avoid before my sugaring treatment?

A. For your comfort, do not tan outdoors or in a tanning bed for 48 hours before or after your sugaring treatment. Also:

• Avoid applying any moisturizers 24 hours before the treatment, which reduces the effectiveness of sugaring. Too much lotion can make your skin and hair slick.
• While you can have sugaring done during/after your monthly cycle, some women find that their skin is extra sensitive when they’re pre-menstrual.
• And, as with traditional waxing, avoid shaving immediately before a treatment!

Q: I’m taking Retin-A and/or Accutane, can I do sugaring?

A. No. First, consult with your medical professional before stopping the use of Retin-A, Accutane, or any medications. Retin-A and Accutane can leave the skin thin or sensitive, and you do not want to do sugaring or any type of waxing treatment while on these medications. If your doctor approves stopping a medication: 1) with Retin-A or any similar medications, you’ll need to wait at least seven to 10 days before sugaring or any other type of waxing treatment and 2) with Accutane or any similar medications, you must discontinue use for at least six months before sugaring can be considered.

Q. I’ve had a microdermabrasion or chemical peel done. When can I get sugaring done?

A. Wait for seven to 10 days after a microdermabrasion or chemical peel before sugaring.

Q. I am pregnant. Is it safe to sugar?

A. Yes, there is no reason to stop sugaring treatments when you are pregnant and many women continue.

Q. Is it ok to have sex the same day I get my bikini area sugared?

A. Medical experts recommend waiting for 24 to 48 hours after any type of bikini-line hair removal. Right after such a treatment, your body can be at its most susceptible to outside bacteria, which can potentially cause an infection. For your safety and health, it is better to abstain but not it is required. It is a personal choice, but keep in mind that your skin may need time to recover.

Q. What should I do before I arrive?

A. Arrive with clean skin, which will help the sugaring mixture adhere to hair. Specifically, avoid working out or applying lots of lotion/cream/makeup right before your appointment. For some, being well hydrated can help the hair follicles release more easily.

Q. When should I arrive?

A. For your first sugaring or nail appointment, arrive 15 minutes early to fill out a quick client consultation form. For your follow-up appointments, feel free to arrive five minutes early or right at the start of the appointment. To cancel or reschedule, please call or text 24 hours before your appointment. Your Waxy Club is a small business by appointment, and your punctual arrival and prompt communication help Marija serve each client—especially you—with focused service and pampering.

Q. How long are sugaring appointments?

A. It depends on the area. For a small area, it can be as short as 30 minutes. For full legs, it can be more than an hour. Also, if you arrive with long hair, some additional prep work will need to take place before sugaring starts.

Q. I have short nails. Can I still do a gel manicure?

A. It depends on your specific physiology as well as your habits. If you bite your nails, gel manicures are not recommended. If you have strong nails that happened to be short, a gel manicure could work; you just would have limited space for an intricate design. Either way! Contact Your Waxy Club and learn more.

Q. I’m in a wedding party. Can you match my gel manicure to the wedding colors?

A. Yes! Bring in a color sample or picture. Also, if the wedding party lives in the same area, you could all schedule appointments together to have a similar color and design done.

Q. Do gel manicures smell?

A. No. Unlike acrylic nails, there are no volatile odors.

Q. How long will my gel manicure last?

A. While it depends on your habits and physiology, most manicures last for several weeks. Sometimes, people need just touch-up appointments. Your Waxy Club can also share tips for helping keep your skin and nails healthy and your manicure in good condition.

Q: What if I have more questions?

A. Please contact us! Call Marija at 971-279-9769 or email [email protected].