Worried it’ll hurt? Not sure what to expect? You’re not the only one.
Nearly everyone is nervous before their first intimate wax or sugar. Most people also put it off for months because they don’t know what happens in the room. This page tells you exactly what to expect, so there are no surprises on the day.
What’s the difference between sugaring and strip waxing?
Strip waxing spreads a thin layer of wax on your skin and pulls the hair off with paper strips. Sugaring uses a paste made from sugar, lemon juice and water. It’s pressed on and removed by hand, with no strips, and it clings to the hair rather than the skin.
Does sugaring hurt less than waxing?
Many clients find sugaring gentler, because the paste isn’t stuck to your skin the way wax can be. That usually means less redness and less irritation afterwards. Nobody can promise no discomfort, but it’s one of the reasons people who’ve found waxing too much come to me to try sugaring.
How long should my hair be?
Leave your hair to grow for 4 weeks from your last shave. Any shorter and it won’t come out properly. If you’re not sure, text me and I’ll tell you.
Brazilian or Hollywood: what’s the difference?
Brazilian: all the hair is removed from between the legs and round the back, leaving a small strip or a neat oval or triangle at the front.
Hollywood: everything is removed, front to back.
Not sure which? See Waxing Your Bikini for more detail, or ask me when we talk.
Booking before a holiday or honeymoon
Don’t leave it to the day before. Your skin can look pink and feel sensitive straight after, so book a few days ahead so it’s settled by the time you go.
Aftercare: the first 24 hours
For at least 24 hours, avoid:
- hot baths
- tight clothing
- sweating a lot, such as a workout
Keep the area clean and moisturised afterwards, which also helps stop ingrown hairs. If you do get them, see my post on how to get rid of ingrown hairs.
Who will be doing your sugaring?
I’m Carolynn. I trained in the USA with Alexandria Professional, and with Axiom Wax Academy, a UK training academy whose courses are accredited by the Guild of Beauty Therapists. You’ll come to my private home studio in Herne Bay, so it’s quiet and one-to-one, with no waiting room or rush.
Sugaring in Herne Bay: how to book
I’m no longer doing this full-time, so please text me and we’ll find a time that suits.
Text or WhatsApp 07973 518640 with your name and “sugaring”. I’ll reply with times and answer any questions before you come.
P.S. Not sure whether to do it? Text me “just a question” and I’ll answer honestly, with no pressure to book.
updated: Oct 2026
