Pre-Service and Post Sugaring Care

Pre-Service

Skin Prep- Shower if possible, sugar adheres best on clean, dry skin. Please avoid all oils, moisturizers and deodorants before service. I recommend gently exfoliating the skin 48hrs before hair removal.

Hair Length- Hair should be about 1/4 - 1/2 inch long.

Please note: If the hair is too short we will have to reschedule the appointment until it grows out and you will be charged a late cancel fee for the time booked.

Sensitivity- If you are more skin-sensitive, please take Advil, Tylenol or aspirin 30 minutes before your service. Do not take Ibuprofen as it can cause you to bruise more easily. If you are using a Lidocaine based numbing cream, two coats are helpful. The first coat should go on 45 minutes prior to service, and the second at 30 minutes.

Contraindications With Sugaring

Medications can greatly affect our skin and how it reacts to sugaring. Listed below are some common medications and how long you should be off of them before you get sugared. If ever in doubt, please ask your Esthetician prior to service. And as always, if anything changes, please inform your Esthetician before service!

Discontinue use 1 month prior: Adapalene, Alustra Avage, Avita, Differin, Duac, Epiduo, Isotretinoin, Renova, Retin A, Tazarac, Tazarotene, Tretinoin, Ziana

Discontinue use 2 weeks prior:  Oral and Topical Antibiotics, other Acne medication not listed above.

Proceed with Caution: Other Acne medications not listed above, Alpha Hydroxy Acids (Glycolic, Lactic), Salicylic Acids, and other exfoliants. Some supplements with high vitamin A may also sensitize the skin.

Post Care

Everyone has skin unique to them and their lifestyle. Aftercare may need to be tweaked from time to time to fluctuate with what your skin is going through. To start with, it is always best to try not to do too much so we can see what will work rather than guessing what product is not working in the mix.

General Aftercare Guidelines:                                                       

-Do not touch the area. Our fingers carry a lot of bacteria so it is best to avoid all of that freshly exfoliated skin!

- Do not exfoliate, tan, take an extra hot shower, go to the sauna, or exercise. Do not submerge the area in water or expose it to unnecessary bacteria for 48hrs. 

-After 72hrs, the skin will have had enough time to recover and protect itself from bacteria. Now start exfoliating 2-3 times a week with an antimicrobial SpaCell and moisturize with Eminence Organics moisturizer daily for best results.

Note: Any client under the age of 18 needs a parental consent form filled out at the salon in person with a parent or guardian.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out via email info@sweethavenspa.com / text or call (360)371-6399