Application: Sugaring paste is applied against the direction of hair growth and removed in the direction of hair growth. This is different from waxing, where the wax is applied in the direction of hair growth and removed against the direction of hair growth. The difference in application allows for more effective hair removal with less discomfort.
Adherence: Sugaring paste adheres only to the hair and dead skin cells, not the live skin cells, minimizing the risk of skin irritation and reducing the likelihood of ingrown hairs. Wax, on the other hand, can adhere to the live skin cells, causing more pain and potential for skin irritation.
Cleanup: The sugaring paste used in body sugaring is water-soluble, which means it can be easily cleaned up with water. Wax, on the other hand, typically requires the use of oil or a special wax remover for cleanup.
Hair Length: Body sugaring can effectively remove hair as short as 1/16th of an inch, while waxing generally requires the hair to be at least 1/4th of an inch long for effective removal.