FAQ

What is Sugaring?

Sugaring is similar to body waxing in the sense that it also fully removes the hairs directly from the root. That is the ONLY similarity!

Sugaring uses a paste made of natural & simple ingredients including; sugar, lemon juice, & water. With this paste, we apply it to the skin and remove the sugar using a flicking motion. This removes the sugar from the skin and the hairs come along with it. 

Why do I love Sugaring?

SO MANY REASONS! Here’s a few.. 

  • Simple & natural ingredient makeup 
  • Gentle on skin (where some wax is too intense)
  • Removes hair with hair growth so LESS breakage & ingrowns
  • Bacteria cannot survive in high concentrates of sugar
  • Less product waste
  • More environmentally friendly
  • Water soluble paste, no oil necessary & never ruins clothes

 

What should I do after my Sugaring appointment?

Think of each newly empty follicle as a tiny open wound. Keep that mindset for the following 24 hours after your service. Anything you wouldn't do with an open wound, you will also want to skip for the 24 hours after your appointment. Examples include; excessive sweating, sexual activity, swimming, soaking in baths or hot tubs, sun exposure, exfoliating products/services, etc. Following this mindset will allow the follicles to heal with as little inflammation and irritation as possible. 

 

What should I do before my Sugaring appointment?

For best results exfoliate the day before your appointment, avoid sun exposure 24-48hr prior to appointment, stop using Retinol or other active ingredients in your skincare 1-2 weeks before service (depending on service), avoid applying lotions or body oils prior to appointment. 

 

Why do I need to rebook my Brazilian every 4-6 weeks?

Consistency is key when it comes to the best possible outcome and especially Brazilian sensitivity. The more you do it the better it gets. This is true for hair density, regrowth, and pain/sensitivity. Each time we remove a mature hair from the follicle, we are damaging the follicle and forcing the body to grow a whole new hair. The new hairs tend to be thinner, finer, less dense overall, and easier to remove. This means after your first service (remember 1st is the worst) you will see a significant decrease in hair growth and the next service should be easier and less painful.

What is Threading?

Threading is a service that can be traced back to Eastern cultures in India & Iran. This service is used to remove unwanted facial hairs without applying anything to the skin that will cause exfoliation (i.e. Sugaring or Waxing). Sugaring, though much more gentle than waxing, is a highly exfoliating service. For some individuals, that level of exfoliation is not recommended and causes severe trauma to the skin. This is why we offer Threading! Achieve the same results as with Sugaring but keep your skin much happier (and healthier) in the process. 

 

Why should I choose Threading over Sugaring?

Easy answer... If your skin cannot handle the exfoliation from Sugaring or you personally prefer Threading. 

A more detailed explanation…

Though Sugaring is much more gentle on the skin than waxing, it is still a highly exfoliating service. With a highly exfoliating service like Sugaring (or waxing) we always recommend to stop using any skincare products with active ingredients, such as Retinol, Retin-A, Vitamin A, etc., a minimum of 2-3 weeks prior to any exfoliating services. This will allow your skin to regain the strength needed to endure the exfoliation of Sugaring. There are many other reasons that a client would be recommended to Threading vs Sugaring, to list a few; 

  • Acne Medication 
  • Antibiotics or prescription steroids 
  • Recent sun exposure or burning
  • Recent chemical peel or other facial treatments
  • Skin rash/flare-up

 

Can I still book a Brazilian Maintenance if my last Brazilian was at a different shop?

YEP! We don't play those games at Lilac. If you're last Brazilian was within 6 weeks of your appointment at Lilac Sugaring, you are welcome to book a Brazilian Maintenance. In fact, we prefer it. It helps relay more accurate information to us prior to your appointment.

 

When should I come in for a Vajacial?

We recommend scheduling your Vajacial for 1/2 way between your Brazilian services. In other words, 2-3 weeks after your previous Brazilian/Braz.Maint.. We do not provide this service immediately after hair removal services. If you are looking for something along those lines, select the Post-Sugaring Vajacial option.

 

What is the difference between the Vajacial and the Post-Sugaring Vajacial?

The Vajacial is an incredible service to get the best results during the time period between Brazilian services. During this service we will do extractions and use products that provide heavy exfoliation. Due to the heavy exfoliation, it is not recommended for immediately after hair removal services. The Vajacial will include the use of facial tools such as rotating brushes and other tools that also cause exfoliation.

The Post-Sugaring Vajacial is a much more gentle/mini version of the (regular) Vajacial. This service is aimed toward starting your Brazilian off with a bang! More geared toward hydration & bacteria-killing products & tools. Due to the highly exfoliating service that was previously performed, Sugaring, we do not use any other exfoliating products on the skin during this service.

 

Can I get a Brazilian while on my period?

YEP! We simply ask you stay as sanitary as possible with the use of tampons or feminine cups. If you are uncomfortable getting serviced while on your cycle, please communicate with us ASAP. Unfortunately, we will not always waive late fees for periods but we try to accommodate as best as we can.

 

What is the best way to contact Jess/Lilac Sugaring?

Text! We do the best we can with the help of the online booking system and social media but Jess is solo. Send her a text directly using the number posted on Google and other social media sites. If you choose to call, please follow the instructions given on our voicemail to leave a voicemail or follow-up with a text message.