Taking a sideways look at hair removal, Sugarflick explain why sugaring may be just what you have been looking for to spice up your love life.

Picture this. You have spent weeks arranging to casually bump into ‘the chosen one’, transfix them with your beauty, wit and charm and sow the beginnings of a beautiful friendship. Primped and preened, with a dapper outfit and a line of dazzling wit, you have captivated and teased your way into their affections. The time soon comes when it is clear the relationship is hotting up to the next level. You invite them over to your place, plump your pillows and minxily scent the linen with something musky and seductive. And before you know it the night is swimming along like a steamy scene from an erotic novel - you and the chosen one are enjoying each other’s company in the way you know your parents would disapprove of. Suddenly the chosen one begins to splutter. And cough. And retch. Oh. Very. Dear. The chosen one is evidently having problems. Respiratory failure sounds imminent and they look accusingly at you with a stubble chafed face and watering eyes. Clearly your depilatory skills need urgent attention.

Joking aside, hair removal is part of the 21^st century grooming kit. Whether it is for reasons of hygiene, religion, culture or just good old fashioned sex appeal, people have been doing it for centuries. And despite the odd underarm protest from A List celebs (yes Julia, you know who you are!) its popularity shows no signs of diminishing. In fact, today’s society has actually seen a growing trend in men opting for a less hirsute approach to their looks. Coupled with women becoming increasingly fond of exotic bikini lines such as the Brazilian or the Hollywood, hair removal has become big business in recent years. This is reflected in stores shelves laden with a confusing array of razors (Mach 26 wounds anyone?), depilatory creams (now don’t go getting those chemicals on any sensitive bits) and home waxing kits (would that be oak, ouch or pine?). However, one form of hair removal that is overlooked by big commercial enterprises is the ancient art of sugaring. This method, reputedly born out of Middle Eastern bridal ritual, involves mixing a sugar based paste of natural ingredients to a soft paste that is then used to remove the hair growth with a rolling technique. This art form is probably not high on big commercial agendas as it isn’t something that is easily done at home or by yourself. However, with natural ingredients, a skilful practitioner and relaxing surroundings it is the perfect method of hair removal for anyone looking for a bit of pampering. It will make you look good, it will make you feel good. And it will ensure your new found lover doesn’t spend an hour in A&E with throat specialists, cough linctus and tweezers - and an embarrassingly chafed face.

Amanda Hill - August 07

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