We’ve all heard the horror stories…or maybe you’ve lived one.
Getting a Brazilian wax isn't exactly what most of us would call a "spa day." More like a rite of passage through discomfort, anxiety, and vulnerability — all for the promise of silky-smooth skin.
Let’s walk through the 13 emotional stages of a traditional wax. Then I’ll tell you why sugaring is the completely different, gentle alternative your body (and mind) has been begging for.
๐ฅ 1. Excitement
"I’m finally doing something for ME. I’ve got this. Smooth skin, here I come!"
The confidence boost is real — at least until you pull into the salon parking lot.
๐ฌ 2. Trepidation
“Okay pants off. What kind of person signs up for this again?”
Suddenly you’re questioning everything.
๐จ 3. Anxiety
“Wow, it’s bright in here. And now there’s a heat lamp?”
Is this hair removal or an interrogation?
๐ณ 4. Distress
"I’m officially spread eagle. This is fine. Totally fine. I’m fine."
Oscar-worthy performance activated.
๐ก️ 5. Temporary Relaxation
“Mmm, that wax is warm...actually kinda nice.”
You briefly let your guard down — big mistake.
๐จ 6. Denial
“See? Not that bad. I don’t know why people make such a big—AAAAAHHHH!!!”
The first strip is a wake-up call.
๐ก 7. Anger
“Why are we still talking about my tan lines while this is happening???”
Trying to hold a conversation mid-trauma = not ideal.
๐ซฃ 8. Sheer Dread
“Is this what childbirth feels like? WHY do people do this regularly??”
At this point, you're negotiating with a higher power.
๐ 9. Relief
“Okay, she’s actually really good at this…”
Tiny glimmer of hope.
๐ 10. Suspense
“Wait... did she say flip over?”
The worst words in the English language.
๐ค 11. More Anger
“If you touch me with those tweezers I will fight you.”
Nothing feels sacred anymore.
๐งด 12. Final Relief
“Whatever that post-wax cream is, it’s magical.”
Soothing balm applied — physically and emotionally.
๐ 13. Strut Mode
“Smooth. Glowing. Fierce. Okay… maybe this was worth it?”
Then you remember: You’ll be back in 4 weeks. ๐ฉ
We’ve all heard the horror stories…or maybe you’ve lived one.
Getting a Brazilian wax isn't exactly what most of us would call a "spa day." More like a rite of passage through discomfort, anxiety, and vulnerability — all for the promise of silky-smooth skin.
Let’s walk through the 13 emotional stages of a traditional wax. Then I’ll tell you why sugaring is the completely different, gentle alternative your body (and mind) has been begging for.
๐ฅ 1. Excitement
"I’m finally doing something for ME. I’ve got this. Smooth skin, here I come!"
The confidence boost is real — at least until you pull into the salon parking lot.
๐ฌ 2. Trepidation
“Okay pants off. What kind of person signs up for this again?”
Suddenly you’re questioning everything.
๐จ 3. Anxiety
“Wow, it’s bright in here. And now there’s a heat lamp?”
Is this hair removal or an interrogation?
๐ณ 4. Distress
"I’m officially spread eagle. This is fine. Totally fine. I’m fine."
Oscar-worthy performance activated.
๐ก️ 5. Temporary Relaxation
“Mmm, that wax is warm...actually kinda nice.”
You briefly let your guard down — big mistake.
๐จ 6. Denial
“See? Not that bad. I don’t know why people make such a big—AAAAAHHHH!!!”
The first strip is a wake-up call.
๐ก 7. Anger
“Why are we still talking about my tan lines while this is happening???”
Trying to hold a conversation mid-trauma = not ideal.
๐ซฃ 8. Sheer Dread
“Is this what childbirth feels like? WHY do people do this regularly??”
At this point, you're negotiating with a higher power.
๐ 9. Relief
“Okay, she’s actually really good at this…”
Tiny glimmer of hope.
๐ 10. Suspense
“Wait... did she say flip over?”
The worst words in the English language.
๐ค 11. More Anger
“If you touch me with those tweezers I will fight you.”
Nothing feels sacred anymore.
๐งด 12. Final Relief
“Whatever that post-wax cream is, it’s magical.”
Soothing balm applied — physically and emotionally.
๐ 13. Strut Mode
“Smooth. Glowing. Fierce. Okay… maybe this was worth it?”
Then you remember: You’ll be back in 4 weeks. ๐ฉ
๐ก BUT WHAT IF… there was a better way?
✨ Meet Sugaring: The Trauma-Free Alternative
✅ No harsh chemicals
✅ No risk of burns
✅ No strips or sticks
✅ Gentle on sensitive skin
✅ Water-soluble and 100% natural
Sugaring isn’t just a DIY alternative — it’s a total upgrade to your self-care routine. It feels more like a skincare ritual than a torture session.
๐ฅ Watch Me Make It:@jen_at_jbhomemade Replying to @shootingthetube Ok. so you want to make sugaring paste for hair removal, right? start off with raw sugar. dont use table sugar. I'm making a 10 cup batch here. I use 10 cups sugar, 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice and 1/4 cup purified water. divide by 5 for a 2 cup batch. Add all your ingredients, cook on medium heat while stirring almost constantly until it boils to 262 degrees. pour into your container. let it sit and cool for 24 hours. then scoop some out and get to it. apply cornstarch, spread three times in the opposite direction of hair growth and on the last spread you're going to flick. stay parallel to the skin, not upwards. repeat until you're satisfied and silky smooth. ♬ Daydream - Carly Pearl
๐️ Want to try sugaring at home?
I make fresh batches of handmade sugaring paste (firm, soft, and everything in between). You can even get a starter kit with everything you need — sugar paste, instructions, and an applicator.
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