Category: Sugaring
Sugaring is a cosmetic procedure that involves removing unnecessary body hair using sugar paste. Despite the fact that women resort to it more often, male sugaring is not so uncommon. In addition to removing hair from the back, legs, chest and face, the most daring representatives of the stronger sex decide to undergo hair removal in the groin area. Most often it is carried out by men working in the fashion industry or athletes.
Types of male sugaring of intimate areas
Bikini sugaring for men differs from the female version: men's hair grows outward and has a stiffer and thicker structure.
The male bikini area covers not only the part where the hair protrudes from under the trunks, but also the genital area, as well as the anal area. Sugaring a man's bikini is a painful but tolerable procedure. It can be carried out in several ways:
- removal of vegetation from the scrotum;
- sugaring of pubic hair;
- hair removal on the buttocks (optional);
- removal of vegetation in the crease between the buttocks.
Sugar hair removal has no contraindications; the only adverse reactions may be allergies and irritation. But after it, the hair will begin to grow back in 1-1.5 months and will become much softer and lighter. In addition, due to the high temperature of the sugar mass, the pores are cleaned and the skin is moisturized.
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.
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.
Differences between men's and women's sugaring
In technical terms, female and male procedures are no different. The only difference is the hair removal areas. As a rule, women do not resort to sugaring of the chest or back. But men usually do not wax their legs (with rare exceptions). Men's hair is denser and coarser. The choice of paste occurs in accordance with this criterion. Men's hair grows faster than women's. Accordingly, procedures are performed more often. The skin sensitivity of the stronger sex is usually higher. All these points must be taken into account by an experienced craftsman. Another important indicator is the high cost of male sugaring.
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.
Indications and contraindications
The sugaring technique is applicable to any type of hair with different pigmentation. At the same time, hair is removed from any part of the body without causing skin irritation.
Cosmetologists note the following positive aspects in which sugaring would be appropriate for a man:
- varied intimate life;
- pleasant sensations during the procedure by professionals;
- physiological attractiveness.
In addition to all indications, the procedure also has contraindications, which everyone who decides to undergo the procedure should be aware of.
Sugaring is not carried out for those clients who have:
- diabetes;
- skin diseases;
- acute infections;
- varicose veins;
- allergic reaction to drugs;
- papillomas;
- epilepsy.
It is also strictly forbidden to conduct a session with a client under the influence of alcohol!
Post-procedure care
After men's sugar hair removal in the intimate area, it is necessary to properly care for it. To quickly restore your skin, you should adhere to the following rules:
- It is not recommended to wet the skin for the first few hours.
- When taking a shower, you should not use a washcloth.
- For 5 days, you should limit taking a hot bath and visiting a bathhouse or sauna.
- To prevent ingrown hairs, a week after the procedure you should scrub and moisturize the intimate area.
- To reduce friction with clothing, it is recommended to wear soft natural underwear (cotton, linen or silk).
Pain may persist for some time after the procedure is completed. However, with each subsequent time they will decrease significantly.
Customer Reviews
Most representatives of the stronger sex who have decided to undergo such treatment at least once are generally satisfied with the result. But no more than 50% of clients re-register for a session. This is due to the fact that sugaring in the intimate area is accompanied by severe painful sensations, so some men still return to their usual shaving.
Those young people who regularly go for treatment claim that over time the procedure becomes less painful and is tolerated quite easily. According to men, the smoothness of the epidermis in the intimate area is maintained for a maximum of 3 weeks, after which the treatment must be repeated. For men with a low pain threshold, they usually drink several painkillers before the procedure, which minimizes discomfort during the session.
Features of men's depilatory products
Nowadays you can find several types of hair removal products on sale:
- For coarse hair that is usually located on the back.
- The depilator for men is hypoallergenic and tested for allergic reactions.
- Universal products for use on any part of the body.
- For sensitive skin.
Men's hairs are much thicker and stiffer than women's, so they grow back faster after removal. Products for removing unwanted hair use more active ingredients than their female counterparts. Care products contain elements that help maintain the desired level of acidity. These include:
- Sodium.
- Keratin.
- Potassium and calcium thioglycolate.
These active components quickly dissolve hairs, and, thanks to their softened state, the cream easily removes unwanted hair using a special scraper or napkin. With prolonged and regular use of the product, the hairs become thinner and may stop growing over time. The following are used as caring and strengthening elements:
- Plant extracts.
- Vitamins.
- Natural essential oils.
The composition of the cream for male hair removal should include components that slow down hair growth. When purchasing a product, you need to make sure that it includes:
- Sage.
- Grape.
- Walnut.
- Lemon.
- Turmeric.
How to depilate correctly
Before applying the product, you must check that there are no cuts, wounds or recent burns on the surface to be treated. You should also not treat surfaces that have rashes or acne.
Then you should conduct a sensitivity test to the components of the product , this is necessary for the safety of the skin. This procedure is carried out a day before hair removal. If during the tests you feel a burning sensation or redness appears, then the product must be replaced with an analogue of a different brand. How to apply depilatory cream:
- As a rule, the kit includes a spatula with which you need to apply the product.
- After application, the composition must be kept for a certain time, which is indicated in the instructions. It is important not to leave the product on the skin too long to avoid itching and burning.
- While slightly stretching the skin, you need to remove the remaining cream along with the hair, scraping it off with a spatula. There can be a lot of leftovers after the procedure, so you need to prepare an unnecessary napkin or garbage bag in advance.
- At the end of the process, the cream is washed off with a washcloth without using soap.
After the depilation process, it is necessary to apply a cream or cosmetic product containing alcohol to the treated area. Important : you should not have intimacy during the first 2 hours after the procedure. The product can be reused after 3 days. The main areas to which the cream is applied include the legs, back, arms, intimate places, and armpits. But some men use face cream.
Preparatory activities
This type of hair removal for men is best done in a salon by a qualified specialist. Before the procedure you need:
- shave the hair in those areas that need depilation and wait until the hair grows by 3-4 mm;
- A few days before going to the salon, you need to do peeling (rough cleaning of the skin with a special cream) in the area where the procedure will be performed.
Before starting the procedure, the specialist must carefully examine the skin for the presence of moles and various types of diseases.
After a thorough examination, the master begins depilation, treats the bikini area with an antiseptic and applies talc to degrease the skin.
Before the procedure, the cosmetologist's client is allowed to use anti-inflammatory and painkillers (analgin, ibuprofen and others).
For a person with a low pain threshold, a specialist may suggest using anesthetics (creams, ointments, sprays) that contain lidocaine.
After depilation, redness and bruising may appear - this is normal, and there is no need to panic in such cases. The unpleasant consequences will disappear the next day.
But in cases where the procedure was carried out incorrectly, inflammatory processes may occur, which subsequently provoke ingrown hairs.
Before you decide to undergo sugaring, you should carefully read the contraindications to avoid unpleasant situations.
