Comments on: DIY Sugar Wax Recipe for Smooth Skin

By: Julie Mayers

Julie Mayers — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 23:25:55 +0000

Tried this and still currently failing. Been trying to get it to thicken up for almost an hour and it’s not working. :( send help

By: Earth & Skin

Earth & Skin — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 05:22:50 +0000

One of the most appealing aspects of sugar waxing (https://www.earthandskin.com.au/) is its simplicity and use of natural ingredients. Traditional waxing products often contain chemicals and resins that can be harsh on the skin.

By: Sunny

Sunny — Sun, 08 Oct 2023 12:45:39 +0000

Sugar wax should be pulled off WITH the direction of hair growth not AGAINST.
You put it on your skin against the direction of growth and pull away with the direction of growth.

By: Jody

Jody — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 12:10:41 +0000

I came to this link via a site about how to handle facial hair. Facial hair is not mentioned at all here, though hair on other parts of the body is.

By: Pam Wisniewski

Pam Wisniewski — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 02:43:58 +0000

In reply to Madhuri. How long does this method of hair removal inhibit the regrowth of hair? I have always been advised to cut off hairs and not "pull" them out, or they will grow back with a thicker diameter.

By: veronika

veronika — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 22:52:40 +0000

In reply to Razia Nasreen. apple cider vinegar

By: veronika

veronika — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 22:52:11 +0000

In reply to River. if you have a cute it's recommended to wait until your cuts or acne are healed, but moles are ok.

By: Ethan Boldt

Ethan Boldt — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 20:15:07 +0000

In reply to Eimo. Thank you Eimo for the kind words. I will pass them on to Dr. Axe!

By: Ethan Boldt

Ethan Boldt — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 20:12:37 +0000

In reply to Mon. Yes, it should still work well.

By: Ethan Boldt

Ethan Boldt — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 20:11:22 +0000

In reply to Kay. Put back on the stovetop. :)

By: Sherrie M Gentry

Sherrie M Gentry — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 16:47:43 +0000

Mine worked fine. I make jelly and candy so it’s a lot like that. I used a candy thermometer to bring it to just under 250 at the line that says “firm ball” while constantly stirring. I raised and lowered the temp when it was foaming, just like jelly and candy. Once it cooled enough I put it in the refrigerator. It rolls up into a ball just fine.

Don’t do it when you are in a hurry and don’t get in a hurry.

By: Eve

Eve — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 19:48:54 +0000

In reply to Sara. Can i use vinegar instead of lemon

By: beans

beans — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 05:19:04 +0000

In reply to tommie. Heat to around 245-250F. Then let it cool. Any temperature past 140 will severely burn your skin. I would test it out between 120-130 when waxing.

By: Madhuri

Madhuri — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 06:33:15 +0000

In reply to Eimo. Good 😊 after reading...I hope it will work...thank you 😊

By: Siphindile Ngcingci Dlomo

Siphindile Ngcingci Dlomo — Wed, 26 May 2021 13:40:50 +0000

Great staff I am interested in learning more on how to detox and take care of my entire body but my skin is very dry and it is not firm so I will be glad if Dr Axe can assist me on how to keep my skin moisture and firm

By: Olga

Olga — Sat, 22 May 2021 12:01:35 +0000

In reply to Eimo. Do you mind sharing your full recipe?

By: Nonya

Nonya — Sat, 08 May 2021 14:19:31 +0000

You’re supposed to let it cool. The recipe has nothing to do with your burns. The lack of common sense does.

By: Rachel white

Rachel white — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 16:47:52 +0000

In reply to Eimo. Apple cider vinegar!

By: River

River — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 20:10:25 +0000

Hey so is is bad or dangerous to do like waxing in areas with cuts, acne, or moles?

By: Cat T

Cat T — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 20:58:17 +0000

It’s all about temperature and cooking over medium heat

By: Patricia

Patricia — Thu, 08 Apr 2021 20:19:35 +0000

thanks for the heads up bsf!

By: Razia Nasreen

Razia Nasreen — Thu, 01 Apr 2021 05:05:48 +0000

Wow..very well explained..
I have a query..
What can we substitute lemon with???

By: laila

laila — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 21:02:22 +0000

In reply to Sarah. noo i always use it on armpits and bikini line

By: Sarah

Sarah — Sun, 28 Mar 2021 05:15:23 +0000

In reply to Eimo. As a woman that has used this recipe past down from generations, do you have any trouble using it in bikini areas or armpits?

By: Kay

Kay — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 23:54:40 +0000

Help! It’s not getting thick. Just liquid

By: fernanda

fernanda — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 19:18:05 +0000

can we just talk about how the woman on the image for sure got all that sugar wax underneath her nails, but besides the point,,, imma try this recipe 😌

By: Lyn

Lyn — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:08:08 +0000

In reply to Margaret. DO NOT HEAT IN MICROWAVE. use your hands to need it or put it near something warm

By: Ashley Duffus

Ashley Duffus — Sat, 27 Feb 2021 20:00:03 +0000

This was extremely helpful! Thank you!

By: Margaret

Margaret — Sun, 14 Feb 2021 13:41:30 +0000

If I have left over wax in the fridge how do I reheat it.

By: Niah

Niah — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 20:32:58 +0000

In reply to Sara. Yes you can, but just like any other wax be sure to test it on your skin and to be careful not to burn yourself

By: tommie

tommie — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 01:37:13 +0000

Can you give me a temperature when done? Its like making toffee … I am wasting ingredients and not getting the right consistency. You can’t go by color when it is boiling… it is a guessing game.. please help!

By: Sara

Sara — Sun, 07 Jul 2019 14:44:46 +0000

In reply to Eimo. I should try that because it might be easier then using a cotton strip. With the strip you have to pull it off then it might might hurt.now with the recipe you gave can you use it on the binki or underarm areas?

By: Dawn

Dawn — Wed, 19 Jun 2019 22:50:59 +0000

In reply to Mon. I use apple cider vinegar in place of lemon it has the same acidic, antioxidants, and vitamin c.

By: Mon

Mon — Sun, 09 Jun 2019 01:10:47 +0000

Hi can I use an orange instead of lemon

By: Raj

Raj — Sun, 12 May 2019 20:19:43 +0000

You can use jeans strips in place of cotton cloth or paper strip, It will be less painful while waxing. Keep a container will warm water near you and when you are done with the strip throw it in the warm water. Later on you can rinse them and wash them in washing machine. they can be reused again and again a lot of times. it saves money and are also environment friendly because instead of throwing your old jeans you will be repurposing them.

By: Polly

Polly — Thu, 14 Jun 2018 05:32:27 +0000

Love this method of hair removal, which I was taught whilst working in Turkey over 25 yrs ago. Now to have a good recipe to follow is fabulous and also Eimo, thank you for sharing. I am so used to doing this at home as I am constantly traveling on a yacht, and it is so much cheaper and easier to do it at home! Now I am off to buy some raw honey as I have the other organic ingredients …

By: Bekah

Bekah — Sun, 21 Jan 2018 04:21:14 +0000

In reply to Eimo. Thank you! I will definitely try this. I have a question so could I use it if it's still warm after kneading it?

By: Eimo

Eimo — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 21:22:02 +0000

Big thanks to Dr. Axe, I appreciate the effort and the time you invest in these free information. Especially the knowledge of essentials oils that have helped me a lot with different issues concerning my hair and skin. Thanks a lot and God bless you.

By: Eimo

Eimo — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 19:54:18 +0000

I am from Egypt and we use this sugar paste always for hair removal. But we either use honey or sugar. Sugar amount should be double the amount of water you add. When it starts to cook add the lemon juice I always add a half lemon to one whole lemon. Lemon will keep its elasticity for a longer time. Never let the paste change in color while cooking otherwise it will be too hard to handle. Instead, you can check if the paste ready or not during cooking by dropping a few drops on a cold and slightly wet surface, it should form a ball that will be easy to remove from one finger to another. Make sure that while chicking the bowl is removed from the stove. Pour it into a cold and slightly wet surface and keep an eye on it while trying to gather the poured mixture together until it’s slightly cool. Be careful not to burn yourself because in the liquid form it can adhere to the skin and cause burning damage and scars. Knead it for a while before using it. Kneading will whitten its color and made it more flexible and indeed you won’t need a cotton stip or anything to pull it out. When refrigerated, before using it you can leave it in a warm place nearby the heater and then try to get warm between your hands. You should never reheat otherwise it will harden. If you slightly overcooked it and it’s hard to handle, then wet your fingertips and kneed it for a few seconds