Q. Should I shave or trim before my sugaring appointment?
No, please do not shave before your sugaring appointment. Sugaring paste needs enough hair to grip and remove from the root. If the hair is too short, the service may be less effective, more time-consuming, or may need to be rescheduled.
Your hair should be at least 1/8 inch long, which is about the length of a grain of rice. If you have recently shaved, please allow at least 7 days of growth before your appointment. For best results, 10–14 days of growth is usually more ideal, especially for areas that have been shaved regularly.
You do not need to trim before your appointment. If the hair is too long for sugaring, Jamie or Melissa can trim the area with professional-grade trimmers as needed. This is especially helpful for areas that are difficult to reach, such as the back, or for clients who may have trouble bending, twisting, or trimming safely on their own.
When in doubt, leave the hair alone and allow us to determine whether trimming is needed at your appointment.