Let's get acquainted with manual sugaring. Learn how to do hair removal step by step

Sugaring is a type of depilation performed using a thick sugar-based paste.

It is rare that a beauty salon now does not offer such a service as sugar depilation. If the specialist is experienced, then treating any area will not take much time, and pain will be minimized.

Advantages of sugaring over other types of depilation

• Hypoallergenic. For the procedure, only sugar paste is used, excluding preservatives, fragrances and dyes. Therefore, this type of hair removal can be used for any skin, even sensitive and prone to irritation.
• Painless. Glucose, which is part of the sugar paste, penetrates the skin and helps release hair from the follicle, thereby reducing pain .
• Reduction in the number of ingrown hairs or their complete absence. Thanks to the sugaring technique, the problem of ingrown hairs is completely solved or their number is reduced to a minimum.
• Hemp hair removal. Thanks to the softness and elasticity of the caramel paste, it is possible to capture even the shortest hair from 2 mm in length.

Sugaring techniques

The main techniques of sugar depilation are bandage and manual. Both of them are used by masters, but the manual one is more widespread and is considered classic.

The bandage technique is a type of depilation performed using a spatula, fabric or paper strips - bandages. It is designed for quick hair removal from large areas of the body. In this case, the procedure time is reduced, but the material costs increase.
Reference. Manual sugaring is based only on the use of your own hands, with or without gloves, and sugar paste. Manual depilation is ideal for any area of ​​the body where hair is no longer than 5 mm.

The essence of depilation using manual technique is to apply the paste to a certain area of ​​the skin, smooth it out and remove it with a smooth but confident jerk along the hair growth.
As a result, the hairs along with the bulbs remain on the sugar paste. If we compare both sugaring techniques, manual sugaring has two main advantages over bandage sugaring:

• No additional tools are required for depilation;
• The material is used sparingly .

Italian glaze

Using the Italian glaze technique, hair is usually removed from the shoulders, legs, and back. This is a quick method of hair removal, in which the sugar paste is quickly distributed in a wide stroke over the surface of the area. The paste for such sugaring will need a soft or very soft consistency.

When applying the sugar mixture using this method, a spatula is also used. The layer of paste on the skin turns out to be as thin as possible, like a film. Next, a denser paste is applied to the initial layer with your fingers, after which the mixture is torn off in the same way as with the manual method. The main thing is that hair removal should be carried out from top to bottom - for example, from the elbow to the hand or from the bikini area to the knees.

A significant advantage of this method is that when mixing a soft paste with a harder one, an optimal combination is formed that allows you to remove both coarse and fine hair at the same time. The Italian glaze method is especially suitable for those who are going to try sugaring for the first time.

Italian glaze method - video

Manual sugaring technique step by step

To properly perform manual depilation technique with sugar paste, you will need:

• Sugar paste (medium or thick consistency);
• Lotion for skin disinfection;
• Talc or powder;
• Soothing milk after depilation;
• Wet wipes.

Stages of preparation for sugaring using manual techniques:

• Before starting the procedure, disinfect the area of ​​skin that you plan to depilate . Any pre-depilation lotion or chlorhexidine solution, which is sold in any pharmacy and costs about 15 rubles, can handle this.
• Dust your skin with talcum powder or baby powder. This is required for better adhesion of the material to the hairs.
• Heat the pasta in the microwave for 4-7 seconds , depending on power. It should acquire a golden hue and stick well to your hands.

Technique:

• Using the fingertips of your right hand, separate a piece of paste the size of a walnut and apply it to the skin towards you in a wide strip against hair growth. Try not to use your thumb and little finger.
• Stretch the skin with your left hand and sharply separate a piece along the hair growth in the direction “away from you”. The paste must be separated with small stitches. Before each stitch, go down a little, beyond the edge of the “stuck”. Work the area quickly and continuously until all the paste remains in your hand. Don't forget the main principle - apply slowly and remove quickly . When a piece of paste becomes too soft or becomes clogged with hairs, use a new one.
• After depilation, wipe the skin with wet wipes and apply soothing milk. In addition to it, you can use care products that slow down hair growth.

Squeegee technique

The squeegee technique is similar to the spatula method of sugaring, but instead of a spatula, a cosmetic squeegee is used. This tool is made of plastic. Devices of various sizes are available for different depilation zones.

For this technique, a paste with a soft or medium level of hardness is used.

To remove the paste from the jar, a squeegee is used, which is then used to apply the mixture to the skin. In all other respects, the squeegee technique is no different from the spatula technique.

Epilation of legs using squeegee technique - video

Choosing sugar paste for hair removal in the salon and at home

There are several types of sugar paste for sugaring. A specialist must have at least two in his arsenal:

1. for fine and light hairs;
2. for coarse hair.

To choose the ideal consistency for salon or home use, there are several factors to consider:

• Room air temperature. The room should be cool during the procedure. The ideal option would be a room with air conditioning, where you can set the temperature from 20 to 23 degrees . If depilation is carried out in a stuffy place, then it is optimal to use hard sugar paste, since it will not lose its properties longer in the heat.
• The degree of heating of the depilated areas, as well as the master’s palms. Usually, with excitement or tension, the skin temperature rises and sweating increases. If talc or powder helps to cope with moisture, then only some types of medium-density pastes or dense pastes are suitable for heated skin.

Important! Sources of humidity and steam in the room also negatively affect the quality of sugar paste - it quickly loses its properties.
Types of sugaring pastes:

• Soft - mainly used for sugaring using bandage technique , but with proper professionalism it can be used for depilation of large areas of the body with fine hairs. It has a very delicate consistency.
• Medium – a universal paste of medium density, used to remove hair that is not too coarse . The disadvantage of the paste is that in hot rooms and in hot hands it begins to flow and “stick”.
• Dense - ideal paste for working in high-temperature areas, as well as for hot palms. In most cases, it requires heating and kneading before starting work. A small piece of hard paste can sometimes be used to treat an entire area of ​​the body.

Pastes of different densities are often mixed during the work process - this allows you to achieve the ideal consistency.

Skin care

The most unpleasant consequence of sugar depilation is inflammation of the epidermis and its redness. Women with sensitive skin are advised to care for the treated areas of the body and avoid the following activities for 12 hours after the procedure:

• prolonged exposure to the sun;
• visits to saunas and baths;
• active sports;
• taking a bath;
• applying products to the skin that clog pores.

In most cases, after the procedure it is enough to use moisturizers containing alcohol. For women with sensitive skin, this event is complemented by:

• compliance with personal hygiene rules;
• applying disinfectants to the epidermis;
• carrying out calming procedures;
• moisturizing the treated areas.

Which is better: sugaring or epilator

Using an epilator and sugaring are two of the most popular methods of removing excess hair.

There are no microtraumas left on the skin after manual sugaring. However, pathogenic flora can enter the open pores and areas from which the bulbs were removed. To care for the epidermis after sugar depilation, you can use the following products:

1. Bacterial solutions.
2. Antiseptic gels.
3. Anti-inflammatory ointments.
4. Moisturizing preparations to restore the pH balance of the skin - ARAVIA brand creams.

Composition of sugar paste

The main ingredients of sugaring paste are sugar, water and citric acid.
Sugar is often replaced with fructose and sucrose. Additionally, the paste may contain honey, essential oils and plant extracts. For example, a paste with the addition of walnut extract slows down hair growth, with lemon essential oil it slows down the process of skin aging, and with sage decoction it helps to quickly heal micro-wounds and relieve inflammation.
Advice. Do not purchase toothpaste with flavorings or preservatives. Such ingredients are an indicator of a low quality product and are harmful to the skin, as they can cause an allergic reaction .

Contraindications

There are contraindications. Namely:

• allergic reaction to sugar or honey;
• epilepsy;
• diabetes at any stage;
• drunken state;
• pregnancy;
• critical days;
• skin diseases;
• varicose veins;
• the presence of tumors or neoplasms in the body;
• tanning, chemical peels, sunburns or skin resurfacing performed and received the day before.

Manual sugaring is popular. The procedure is simple. This method involves complete hair removal. The technique is simple, quite effective and very popular recently among men and women. You should carefully follow the instructions and recommendations of salon specialists. In this case, you can achieve smooth and beautiful skin.

Manual sugaring technique at home

To master manual sugaring at home, you need to create the necessary conditions in the room:

• Choose a cool room with low humidity.
• Use additional light sources , as one ceiling lamp will not be enough. It is desirable that the lamp is directional and can move. A combination of warm and cool light is ideal.
• If you perform sugaring at home for a client, it is better to use a couch with adjustable height. This will protect your muscles from pain and stiffness. Don't neglect sitting work to give your back a rest.

Paste for manual sugaring at home is used in varying degrees of consistency, but mostly medium and dense.

Epilation of the bikini area at home using sugar paste has some features. Read more in this article.

How to make sugar paste yourself?

There are many recipes for making sugaring paste at home.
But sometimes, when using seemingly simple ingredients, the paste turns out to be too sticky or, conversely, turns into candy. To prevent this from happening, it is important to observe not only the exact proportions of the products, but also take care of their quality.

Medium hard pasta recipe

You will need:

• Sugar – 0.5 kg;
• Water – 50 ml;
• Lemon juice – 40 ml.

To prepare the pasta, use a thick-bottomed pan in which you need to thoroughly mix all the ingredients. Next, you need to put the pan on low heat and cover with a lid to melt the sugar evenly.

After a few minutes, stir the sugar and close the lid again. By that time it should have acquired a beautiful golden hue.

After a few more minutes, you can remove the lid and periodically stir the contents of the pan until it turns into a homogeneous transparent mass of amber color.
After this, the paste should be immediately poured into a special heat-resistant container, closed and allowed to cool at room temperature. Reference. Cooking time for pasta may vary and depends on many factors. Therefore, during the cooking process, focus only on the appearance of the product.

Useful tips

• Between sugaring procedures, use a body scrub - it will help prevent the appearance of ingrown hairs.
• If the paste is “stuck” and does not want to come off, use bandage strips. Place one strip on the “stuck” piece, smooth it with your palm against the hair growth and sharply remove it in the direction of its growth.
• In case of severe pain, immediately after removing the material, place your palm on the skin for a few seconds. This will help reduce discomfort.
• Try to use gloves when working, especially when sugaring (manual technique) of a bikini, to protect yourself from calluses and abrasions, as well as to ensure proper hygiene of the procedure.
• To remove single hairs remaining after depilation, cosmetic tweezers are suitable.

The manual technique of sugaring at home is quite simple and, if desired, any girl can master it. As a result, you will get perfectly smooth skin for 1.5-2 weeks, and will also save time and money spent on salon services.

Another significant advantage: having “trained” your skills and completed specialized courses, you can provide sugar hair removal services without leaving your home. There will be enough people willing to undergo the procedure at prices lower than salon prices, no doubt about it.