The sugaring procedure has long been familiar to most women, but from year to year it is gaining popularity among men. The word “sugaring” comes from the English “sugar” - sugar. This is the removal of unwanted hair from the face and body using sugar paste. The paste is applied to the selected area and removed along with the hairs in one motion. The difference between men's and women's sugaring is that men have thicker hairs, tougher hairs, and the paste consumption is much higher. Because of this, prices for sugaring in the men's area are higher than in the women's area. Sugaring for men in all areas is carried out as standard; only the deep bikini area requires a special approach.
Application technique and types of paste
Sugar paste is applied to the epilated area in several ways:
- Using a spatula, it is distributed evenly over the entire area and removed using special strips. This technique is called bandage.
- Using your hands, the paste is applied to a small area of skin, then with a sharp movement of the hand it is removed along with the hair. Used in hard-to-reach places with increased hair growth. This application technique is called manual.
- It is applied with a spatula and removed with its help. Used on large and relatively flat areas of the body. It is called spatula.
Sugar pastes differ in consistency and density:
- Solid. Designed for all areas of the body. Chest, back, armpits, legs and bikini area. Removes coarse dark hairs, more often used in men during the first procedure. The application technique is manual.
- Average. It is also intended for hair removal from all areas; it is used during repeated procedures when the hairs have already become thinner and softer. Manual technique is preferred.
- Soft. Used to remove soft and light hairs on smooth areas of the skin. Apply using bandage technique over large areas. Preferred for men's sugaring of chest, legs and arms.
Methods
Wax removal. Since men's hair is much coarser and thicker, cosmetologists recommend removing it with hot wax. This method, unlike cold wax, is less painful and more effective. Can be used for the entire body, including the face and intimate area.
Shaving with a machine. Probably the most familiar and accessible method at home, but not always convenient. The disadvantages include that the hair after it grows back in two days. In addition, the method is not very convenient for depilation in the intimate area. Shaving is suitable for depilation of legs, face, chest and armpits.
Hair removal using sugar paste - sugaring. Can be done at home. Sugaring can be used to remove hair from any part of the body; it is also suitable for the bikini area. Used in men with allergies to wax components. Due to dense vegetation, the procedure can be painful, so in salons, at the client’s request, it is performed under anesthesia.
Chemical methods - using cream, lotion, foam. The product is applied in a thin layer, then, after a while, removed with a spatula. The method has a short-term effect, but is completely painless and can be used at home. Suitable for removing hair in the bikini area, armpits, as well as on the legs and arms.
The use of electric shavers and epilators. They are used for the face, legs, chest, although some representatives of the stronger sex use it for depilation in the bikini area. And if a razor, although ineffective, is a budget-friendly way to get rid of hair, then an epilator is absolutely not suitable for men. Due to the fact that the hair structure is rigid, the device will simply pluck the hair, causing pain.
By watching this video you can learn how men's waxing is performed: https://www. Youtube. Com/watch?v=2ozdaSYF4Qs.
Advantages, disadvantages and contraindications
Sugaring as a procedure is necessary for men for a number of reasons. Representatives of the stronger sex can resort to sugar hair removal due to professional activities (actors, models, athletes), personal preferences and hygiene issues. Sugar hair removal has a number of advantages:
- silky and soft skin, since sugar paste not only removes hair, but also cleanses and moisturizes the dermis;
- The effect of the procedure is long-lasting; hairs begin to grow only after a month. With repeated treatment, the hair becomes thinner, becomes softer, and the hairline loses thickness. About 10-13 procedures are required per year, which justifies the rather high cost.
- the sugaring procedure is less painful than waxing and does not cause inflammation of the skin, as when using a razor;
- Sugaring paste is made from natural ingredients and is completely harmless. For use, the composition is heated to a maximum of 39 degrees, which eliminates the risk of burns.
To perform hair removal, the hair must grow by 4-5 mm; it is recommended to shave it a week before the session, or cut it with scissors to the desired length. A master can do this in the salon for an additional cost. Sometimes the service is included in the price of sugaring. The day before the session, cleanse the skin using a soft scrub. For a week - avoid all types of tanning.
There are no disadvantages to sugaring for men. There are only a few contraindications:
- allergic reaction to the components of the paste;
- the presence of a large number of moles and papillomas in the epilated areas;
- diseases such as epilepsy and diabetes;
- inflammatory processes on the skin.
When choosing a place and a specialist for the sugaring process, special attention should be paid to the competence of the specialist. And also on conditions of compliance with sanitary and hygienic standards. The technician must wear gloves and, in extreme cases, use antiseptic preparations. The spatula should be disposable, and bandage strips should not be used twice. Disposable sheets and napkins are required. If questions arise, a professional should answer them and warn about the risks.
Preparation for the procedure
Men rarely agree to perform sugaring on their own, so they often turn to the services of a specialist in a cosmetology salon.
The procedure consists of several stages, before which the male representative needs to prepare. First of all, you need to find an experienced specialist who can advise on all issues of interest, as well as talk about possible risks.
By the time of male depilation of the bikini area, the hair length should be 5 mm, therefore, 2 weeks before the appointed date, a representative of the stronger sex needs to shave the specified area of the body with a cosmetologist. If a man comes to sugaring unprepared, the master can use a trimmer to adjust the desired length, but this is done for an additional fee.
To make hair removal for men less painful, it is recommended to treat the groin area with a scrub a day before visiting the specialist.
Sugaring of the male bikini area is best done in the evening, when the highest pain threshold is observed. In addition, after the procedure is completed, the client will be able to go home and thereby reduce friction of the treated area with clothing.
Although sugar hair removal is less painful than waxing, you can apply a numbing cream to the treated area before the procedure. The skin is wrapped in film and left for half an hour. The effect of this cream lasts for an hour. This time is most often enough to complete the procedure.
Types of men's sugaring
Regardless of the chosen area of the body, there are general rules for hair removal using a sugar composition, the use of which makes the process painless and increases its effectiveness.
- The first rule is that the composition is applied against hair growth and removed, on the contrary, along the growth line.
- The second rule is that in order to completely capture the hair and remove it, the skin area is always stretched.
- The third rule is that for optimal bonding of paste and skin, before epilation, the dermis must be degreased and sprinkled with talcum powder.
How is hair removal done?
When performing men's deep bikini sugaring, the master must put on disposable gloves and lay down a disposable sheet in front of the client. The client is asked to either completely undress or wear a disposable thong.
The skin must be clean: the master degreases and cleanses it using a special composition.
Sugaring paste is applied against hair growth and removed in the direction of growth. This is done in order to reduce pain and possible irritation after the procedure.
There are 2 ways to perform sugaring:
- Manual method. A few minutes after application, the hardened paste is removed with a sharp movement of the hand.
- Bandage method. A fabric strip is glued to the applied paste, which after a while is torn off from the skin along with the paste and hairs.
The skin in the groin area is quite thin and sensitive, so it should be constantly stretched. Considering that hair removal specialists are most often women, many men worry about the possible occurrence of a not entirely convenient situation associated with the reaction of the male body to a woman’s touch on the intimate area (talking about male erection). The same reaction occurs due to increased blood flow to the treated area. Therefore, the master often tries to reduce the number of touches to the male organs and asks the client to tighten the skin himself.
Another inconvenient moment for a male representative who decides to remove hair in the anal area will be a position that is unacceptable for many. Hair in this area of the body is removed in the knee-elbow position, which is not very popular with men. An alternative is to position your body on your side with your legs bent. Lifting one buttock, the master treats the second. Afterwards the client turns over to the other side.
At the end of sugaring, the remnants of sugar paste are removed from the skin and an antiseptic cream is applied, which may include chamomile, aloe or calendula.
Types by epilation zones
Abdomen, back and legs area
The most common areas for hair removal. Since these parts of the body are easily accessible, the procedure is virtually painless. After visiting the specialist several times and becoming familiar with the basics, many guys do this type of hair removal themselves, at home.
Armpit area
The skin in the armpit is more delicate and prone to excessive sweating; hair removal is often carried out using local anesthetics, and always with an antiseptic.
Face area
This type of sugaring is done by men whose regular shaving causes irritation, or whose skin has severe rashes and acne. The procedure is used to correct the mustache, beard and eyebrows. They also get rid of excess nasal hair.
These types of hair removal, with some experience and skill, can be done at home, but there is a type of session that is recommended only in salons with an experienced hairdresser.
What types are there?
Depilation in intimate places is quite common among the stronger sex, however, there are several categories here:
- Bikini hair removal. Hair is removed only along the line of the swimming trunks, without affecting the pubic area. The most gentle and at the same time effective method for those who want to look good, but do not accept radical methods. Men's cream is often used for epilation of intimate areas.
Photo of bikini hair removal for men: - Brazilian hair removal. This means total hair removal from the entire bikini area, with the exception of the scrotum. It is advisable to carry out such a procedure in a salon setting, where a specialist will be able to select an effective technique and, most importantly, anesthetize such a delicate area, although some decide to depilate a deep bikini at home.
The photo shows Brazilian hair removal for men:
Male intimate depilation can be carried out in different ways, the most accessible of which are shaving and the use of depilatory cream. Both methods can be used at home, bypassing only areas of the mucous membrane. Photoepilation is also used for men.
The only downside is the fact that both the depilatory cream for intimate areas and the razor aggravate hair growth. They become thicker and appear within a few days after removal. However, at home, these techniques are ideal. Especially depilatory creams for men, which will be easier to use.
If we consider the classic salon methods of intimate depilation, then the following deserve attention: sugaring, the use of wax and, of course, laser hair removal with an Alexandrite laser.
The first method is the most progressive, allowing the skin to remain smooth for 2-4 weeks. By doing hair removal regularly, many men also notice slower hair growth. An alternative to deep bikini sugaring for men is waxing, but it is rarely used for male depilation. Patients usually experience persistent irritation, which is strictly unacceptable in the intimate area, even if it goes away within a few days.
Video of male depilation of intimate areas:
Laser hair removal can give a man longer-term results. The disadvantages are the rather high price and the need to undergo the procedure in courses. But in the end, you can forget about your hair for a long time! In this way (just like any other), you can remove hair not only in the intimate area, but also on the arms, chest, back, legs, etc. However, no one can guarantee that this will last a lifetime. After a few years, hair may begin to grow again and laser hair removal courses will have to be completed all over again. You might also be interested in facial hair removal for men.
Men's sugaring of the bikini area
Particular attention is paid to sugaring the male intimate area. The procedure is somewhat painful and psychologically difficult for men. When carrying out the procedure, the professionalism and support of the master are very important. The process of epilation of the bikini area is divided by type.
- Regular bikini.
- Deep bikini.
- Brazilian.
Sugaring for men during regular epilation of the bikini area involves removing hair along the line of their swimming trunks, that is, in the part that can peek out from under their underwear.
During deep sugaring of the male bikini area, hair growing on the pubic area and on the inner thigh is removed.
The Brazilian method involves removing hair from the penis, scrotum, buttocks and around the anus. For more complete access to the scrotum and other hard-to-reach places, this type is performed in a knee-elbow position. The procedure, especially the first one, is very painful; for relief, half an hour before the session, you can take painkillers (Analgin, Tempalgin, Ibuprofen), and also ask the specialist to apply an ointment containing lidocaine to the skin; Emla ointment is recognized as one of the best. It is applied an hour before the procedure to the skin of the scrotum, penis and in the cavity between the buttocks. The anesthesia effect lasts about an hour, this time is enough to complete the procedure. The same ointment can be used for underarm depilation.
Often, when performing a procedure in a deep bikini area, an erection causes some inconvenience. The master interrupts the procedure and asks the man to calm down. This is quite easy to do, since pain is rarely combined with a long-term erection.
In order to understand what sugaring of the intimate area is for men and to avoid unpleasant surprises, it is recommended to watch the introductory video before the session.
Cost of laser and photo hair removal of head areas
| Procedure | Old price (S) | Discount* from 3 zones | New price | |
| Laser hair removal of the head | from 2500 rub. up to 5000 rub. (depending on the area of the head to be epilated) | |||
| Laser facial hair removal | 4,500 rub. | 15% | RUB 3,825 | |
| Laser hair removal for forehead | 3,000 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,550 | |
| Laser eyebrow hair removal | 500 rub. | 15% | 425 rub. | |
| Laser hair removal for chin | 3,000 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,550 | |
| Laser hair removal of cheekbones | 750 rub. | 15% | 640 rub. | |
| Laser hair removal of the upper lip | 1,300 rub. | 15% | RUB 1,105 | |
| Photo facial hair removal | 4,500 rub. | 15% | RUB 3,825 | |
| Photo of forehead hair removal | 3,000 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,550 | |
| Photo eyebrow hair removal | 500 rub. | 15% | 425 rub. | |
| Photo of chin hair removal | 3,000 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,550 | |
| Photo hair removal of cheekbones | 750 rub. | 15% | 640 rub. | |
| Photo epilation of the upper lip | 1,300 rub. | 15% | RUB 1,105 |
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Features of laser and photo hair removal
Laser hair removal
- no damage to the skin, no irritation
- harmless to the body
- absence of allergic reactions, including areas of the face, armpits, bikini
- a diameter of about 15mm of skin is processed at a time
- suitable for sensitive skin
- painless procedure
Photoepilation
- no contact with skin
- excludes the possibility of skin infection
- minimal pain
- fast procedure
- Suitable for any area of the face (except the eye area) and body
- minimal chance of ingrown hairs
- possibility of selecting individual parameters
Prices for epilation of other areas
Cost of the procedure
| Name of laser procedure | Price (S)** | Discount* from 3 zones | Discount price |
| Laser hair removal of the head | from 2500 rub. up to 5000 rub. (depending on the area of the head to be epilated) | ||
| Laser facial hair removal | 4,500 rub. | 15% | RUB 3,825 |
| Laser hair removal for forehead | 3,000 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,550 |
| Laser eyebrow hair removal | 500 rub. | 15% | 425 rub. |
| Laser hair removal for chin | 3,000 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,550 |
| Laser hair removal of cheekbones | 750 rub. | 15% | 640 rub. |
| Laser hair removal of the upper lip | 1,300 rub. | 15% | RUB 1,105 |
| Laser hair removal of the neck | 3,000 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,550 |
| Laser hair removal of the collar area | 4,000 rub. | 15% | 3,400 rub. |
| Laser hair removal of décolleté | 4,000 rub. | 15% | 3,400 rub. |
| Laser hair removal on the back | 5,000 rub. | 15% | 4,250 rub. |
| Laser hair removal on the abdomen | 6,500 rub. | 15% | RUR 5,525 |
| Laser hair removal of bikini line (classic) | 2,500 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,125 |
| Laser hair removal of deep female bikini | 4,000 rub. | 15% | 3,400 rub. |
| Laser hair removal of the armpit | 1,250 rub. | 15% | RUB 1,063 |
| Laser hair removal on thighs | 3,500 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,975 |
| Laser hair removal for male breasts | 3,500 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,975 |
| Laser hair removal of a finger | 80 rub. | 15% | 68 rub. |
| Laser hair removal of the brush | 500 rub. | 15% | 425 rub. |
| Laser hair removal of the arm up to the elbow | RUB 2,750 | 15% | RUB 2,338 |
| Laser hair removal of the arm above the elbow | 3,000 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,550 |
| Laser hair removal of legs (thigh + lower leg + knee) | 7,500 rub. | 15% | RUB 6,375 |
| Laser hair removal of the lower leg | 3,000 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,550 |
| Laser hair removal of the knee | 1,000 rub. | 15% | 850 rub. |
| Laser hair removal of feet | 500 rub. | 15% | 425 rub. |
| Laser hair removal of toe | 80 rub. | 15% | 68 rub. |
| Laser hair removal of the female buttock | 2,400 rub. | 15% | RUB 2,040 |
Skin care after the procedure
After the session it is not recommended:
- wet the skin for 2-3 hours;
- visiting a bathhouse, swimming pool, sauna, swimming in natural reservoirs and at sea;
- any type of tanning;
- use of oil creams on epilated areas;
- wearing unnatural underwear.
For a longer lasting effect you must:
- after a week, use a scrub or peeling to remove dead epithelial cells, which will help avoid ingrown hairs;
- in case of discomfort, you can apply baby cream or soothing ointment to the skin of the testicles;
- After the procedure, you can apply a light cream to the reddened areas.
Sugaring at home
The process of male hair removal is quite intimate and not as common as female hair removal. Its prices are also quite high. Not every man can cross the psychological barrier and visit a master up to 15 times a year. If necessary, you can conduct a hair removal session with sugar paste at home. Call a professional, or do it yourself. It is better to buy sugaring paste in specialized stores, since homemade paste does not always have the desired density and consistency. Inventory is usually bought there. But we should not forget that epilation of the chest, armpits and legs will not be difficult. But in order to avoid complications, it is better to entrust the back and bikini area to professionals.
Self-care, a neat appearance, compliance with hygiene rules, comfort for an intimate partner - these are some of the many reasons why this type of depilation is becoming widespread among men.
