How to Make Sugar Wax at Home: DIY Sugar Wax Recipe

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Why shave when you can make your own sugar wax right at home? Today we'll show you how to make sugar wax at home in just a few easy steps! Long gone are the days of shaving (or at least they should be)! Shaving causes ingrown hairs, razor bumps, and irritated skin. Not only that, but shaving only lasts a couple of days! By the end of the year, you'll have spent hundreds of dollars on razors and shaving cream. I think we can find much better ways to spend our money!

The great thing about sugar wax is that it's so much better for your skin than shaving or waxing. It's all natural, and doesn't rip the hairs or cause bumps or irritation. Sugar wax is also a much gentler way of removing hair, and doesn't hurt nearly as much as waxing.

Oh, and did we mention how cheap it is to make your own sugar wax? Because the only ingredients you need are sugar, water, and lemon juice – could I get an amen?! So let's check out how to make sugar wax at home with this DIY sugar wax recipe!

What is Sugar Waxing?

Sugar waxing is a type of hair removal that uses a sugar-based paste to remove unwanted hair from the roots. The paste is made by combining sugar, lemon juice, and water and heating it until it forms a sticky consistency. Once the paste has cooled, it can be applied to the skin in the same way as traditional wax. Sugar waxing can be used on any area of the body where unwanted hair grows, including the bikini area, legs, arms, and stomach.

DIY Sugar Wax Recipe Video Tutorial

How to Make Sugar Wax

You'll Need:

• 2 cups white sugar
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup water

As you can see, the ingredients are all 100% natural and you probably already have them in your kitchen. Plus, imagine the amount of money you'll be saving! This DIY sugar wax recipe is super easy to make. Just be careful not to burn yourself. If possible, have a friend or family member give you a hand!

For those with sensitive skin, be sure to test the homemade wax on a small patch of skin first. It's natural for a little redness to appear on the skin after waxing.

Directions:

1. In a medium sized pot, add all of the ingredients and mix them with a wooden spoon.
2. Place the pot over high heat. Wait until the mixture becomes bubbly and frothy.
3. Turn the heat to medium, and stir constantly. It's extremely important that you stir, stir, stir. Otherwise, the mixture will harden and you'll have to start over again.
4. Cook on medium heat while stirring constantly until mixture reaches a medium golden brown color. This should take about 5-10 minutes.
5. Remove the pot from heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, take a spoonful of the sugar wax mixture and place it in the fridge. Allow it to cool, and if the consistency still isn't right, return the mixture to heat.
6. The consistency should be a thick, manageable consistency. You should be able to pick it up just like wax
7. Allow to cool at least 30 minutes.
8. Once cooled, transfer to a bowl.

How to Use the DIY Sugar Wax:

1. Using a wooden spoon, spatula, or even your hands, grab a small amount of the sugar wax from the bowl. Roll between your hands and form a ball.
2. Apply the wax by pressing the ball down to flatten onto the area you want waxed. The sugar wax should be on your skin about 1/4″ thick.
3. You can also use waxing strips, by pressing the wax onto the skin, and then placing the wax strips on top of the wax. You can also use a popsicle stick to apply the wax, while it is still warm. Then, rub the strips back and forth to create some friction.
4. Take a deep breath, pick up the end of the wax, and pull fast in one motion AGAINST the direction which your hair grows. You can reuse the same wax piece 3-4 times until having to make a new ball.
5. The wax can be used on any part of the body, including bikini, underarms, upper lip, and legs.
6. Sugar waxing should last a few weeks, depending on how fast your hair grows.
7. Store any leftover homemade sugar wax in a glass jar.
8. If there is any leftover wax on your skin, use a soft cloth and warm water to remove the excess.

Pre-Waxing Prep:

It's important to do a little prepping BEFORE you wax to get the skin nice and ready! Use a homemade sugar scrub to exfoliate the skin, specifically on the areas you are planning on waxing. Do this in the shower and use a loofah or a washcloth. Massage the scrub onto wet skin in slow, circular motions. This will exfoliate the skin and soften it. Doing this will get rid of dead skin cells, dirt, and impurities, which will make waxing that much easier.

After exfoliating, dry the skin really well and do not start waxing until your skin is 100% dry. Liberally sprinkle a small amount of baby powder onto skin before waxing. This will absorb any excess moisture and make the process easier as the wax will be able to pick up hair much more easily.

NOTES:

• Make sure you test a small area on your arm before beginning to ensure you don't have any adverse reactions to any of the ingredients.
• If you're not confident in doing this alone, have a friend give you a hand!
• Remember to let the sugar wax cool before applying it to skin. This is not like hot wax, and therefore needs be to cooled completely before using.
• Sugaring hair removal works for all body parts, including facial hair.

The Benefits of Using Sugar Wax vs Other Hair Removal Methods

There are many benefits of sugar waxing that make it a superior choice to traditional waxing, shaving, and depilatory creams. For starters, sugar waxing is less painful than traditional waxing because the sugar paste sticks only to the hair—not the skin. This means that there's no risk of ripping off delicate skin when the hair is removed. Sugar waxing is also more precise than shaving because you can see exactly where you're applying the paste and remove only the hair you want gone. And since sugar waxing removes hair from the root, it lasts much longer than shaving—up to six weeks! Plus, your skin will be left feeling soft and smooth thanks to the exfoliating properties of sugar.

The History of Sugaring

Sugar waxing is a type of hair removal that has been around for centuries. In fact, it is thought to be one of the oldest methods of hair removal in the world. While the exact origins of sugar waxing are unknown, we do know that it was commonly used in ancient Egypt and Rome. Sugar waxing fell out of popularity for many years but has recently made a comeback as a popular method of hair removal, particularly for women.

The first recorded use of sugar waxing dates back to ancient Egypt, where it was used to remove hair from the body before mummification. Sugar waxing continued to be used throughout the millennia as a way to remove unwanted hair, and it eventually became a popular beauty treatment in Europe and America in the 19th century. Since then, sugar waxing has undergone a number of changes, but the basic principle remains the same: sugar is used to remove hair from the root, leaving the skin smooth and soft. Today, sugar waxing is one of the most popular hair removal methods available, and it shows no signs of slowing down.

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