Sugar waxing FAQs

Hair should be at least the length of a grain of rice, about 1/8 inch or longer. If it's your first time or you've been shaving, wait 10 to 14 days before your appointment for best results.

Everyone's pain tolerance is different, but most clients find sugaring far gentler than traditional waxing. It sticks to the hair, not your skin, which means less irritation and fewer ouch moments. The longer answer

Make sure your skin is clean, dry and free of lotions or oils. Light exfoliation 24 hours before your appointment can help lift dead skin and improve your results.

Go easy on caffeine, alcohol and acidic foods before you come. Oddly, they can make your skin more sensitive for your treatment. Stay hydrated, skip the deodorant if I'm doing your underarms, and wear loose-fitting clothes.

Sugaring is gentle for most skin types. Tell me about any skin condition or medication before your appointment. If you're on medications like Accutane or using retinol, let me know ahead of time so we can adjust as needed.

Yes, I see pregnant clients. One of my Google reviews is from a client who came in at eight months. Tell me how far along you are so I can make you comfortable, and check with your doctor or midwife if you have any concerns. The longer answer

Sugaring uses a natural paste made from sugar, lemon and water, with no resins. It's applied at body temperature and removes hair in the direction of growth, which means fewer ingrown hairs, less breakage and smoother results.

Sugaring removes hair from the root, so most people stay smooth for 3 to 4 weeks. With consistent appointments, hair grows back finer and slower over time. The longer answer

The paste removes hair in the direction it grows, which means fewer ingrown hairs and less breakage. Gentle exfoliation between visits helps too. I carry Bush Balm's exfoliating scrub and ingrown hair oil if you'd like something made for it. The longer answer

Yes! I welcome all clients. I sugar chest, back, arms, legs, stomach and buttocks for men: any service I do for women, except Brazilians. If you're unsure what you need or have any questions, just ask. I'm here to help.

For body hair I use sugar paste, not wax. If you're looking for a Brazilian wax, a bikini wax, leg waxing or underarm waxing in Chilliwack, I do all of them with sugar. Brows are the one area where I use either sugar paste or traditional wax.

There isn't a single full-body item on my menu. You choose the areas you want and book them together. The visit builder on my prices page adds up the time and the total before you book.

For the first 24 hours: no workouts, no pools or hot tubs, and loose-fitting clothes. The full list is on my aftercare page.

Most people rebook every 3 to 4 weeks. Staying on a regular rhythm is what makes hair grow back finer and slower.

I offer IPL hair removal, which is intense pulsed light. It isn't a laser. If you're wondering about the difference, I wrote it up on my IPL vs laser page.

Yes. All sugaring bookings are done through Fresha. Just hit Book online to view availability and schedule your appointment.

I'm based in Chilliwack and regularly see clients from Sardis, Vedder, Promontory, Yarrow, Greendale, Rosedale, and even as far as Hope and Agassiz.

In Sardis, Chilliwack. It's a private studio and I work by appointment only. You'll get the address and directions with your booking confirmation.

Monday 9 am to 6:30 pm; Tuesday closed; Wednesday 9 am to 5 pm; Thursday 9 am to 7:30 pm; Friday 9 am to 6:30 pm; Saturday 10 am to 2:30 pm; Sunday 10 am to 2:30 pm. I work by appointment only.