Why I Love Sugaring Instead of Waxing
Hair removal is a hassle. As annoying as it is to do, I can’t help but enjoy how soft my skin feels once it’s removed, and it’s a routine that I’ve consistently implemented in my self-care. Growing up in a predominantly Filipino household, I was fed the myth that my hair would grow thicker if I shaved my legs. I was also told that I could only shave half of my leg… for what reason, I don’t know. I still practice hair removal in self-care because I’m reclaiming my power and femininity.
Why I Sugar
Once I stopped shaving, I started to get waxes done. This made the hair thinner and more manageable. However, the pandemic made me try sugaring, and I’ve never been happier with the results. Although waxing is similar, I have sensitive skin and noticed that sugaring didn’t break me out or cause any skin irritations. Additionally, the pain wasn’t as bad as with regular waxing. The regrowth was much slower and made a more significant difference in thinning out the hair than traditional wax. After a few months of frequent waxing, I found myself hair free most of the time, and it has been a game changer. Below is a list of benefits since my shift to sugaring.
Thinner regrowth
Less pain
Less skin irritation
More eco-friendly
Less upkeep
Thinner Regrowth
When I began waxing, I was excited about the results and didn’t think my hair could be thinned out even more. I was pleasantly surprised that sugaring slowed hair growth and had even thinner regrowth. This surprised me because I didn’t realize it was possible when I saw results with conventional waxing. I realized this is because sugaring pulls out more of the root than regular waxing. The application when sugar is the opposite of waxing because it surrounds the follicle; therefore, the breakage is minimal or close to none.
Less Pain
With waxing, the pain wasn’t intolerable. However, there was always that dreaded moment before the wax was ripped off. With sugaring, the pain is not nearly as bad, and I think this also has to do with the technique. The paste is moulded 3-6 times over a specific growth area in sugaring. Once it is pulled off, it removes portion by portion. Whereas in waxing, the entire section is removed at once. When that is done, there is more room for breakage and pain because of a larger area.
Less Skin Irritation
Sugaring is made of sugar and acid (lime or lemon juice). In comparison, waxing has various chemicals. Because the pores are freshly opened, they are simultaneously exposed to wax substances. That said, if you have sensitive skin, it can be easy for the skin to get irritated from the chemicals. As long as you are not allergic to the materials used in sugaring, there is no irritation because it’s a cleaner alternative.
More eco-friendly
Sugaring is also much easier on the planet compared to traditional waxing. Also, because sugar is made from natural products, disposing of these products will quickly happen. For example, when the wax is done, it can dissolve in water or be thrown away in the compost bin. Either way, it will eventually break down. However, regular wax may require more time and effort for the substance to break down finally.
Less upkeep
Finally, sugaring also involves less work and maintenance. Since the hairs take longer to grow back, they also grow thinner. Maintaining sugaring involves less effort than wax. It also produces less waste than regular waxing. This makes it easier to commit to the self-care routine without feeling like it is a hassle or a chore. Instead, hair removal becomes a fun ritual I can enjoy without feeling pressure or pain.
Conclusion
Overall, sugaring is a process that helps me enjoy and celebrate my feminine energy. It’s easy, fun, pain-free and has excellent results. I no longer remove my hair because of societal pressures but because it has a simplicity that is a ritual in my self-care. This is what hair removal should be for women, a choice with enjoyable benefits. To view the product I prefer for hair removal, visit their website here.
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