Sugaring wax

Sporadically, I wax my own legs at home. I always use sugaring wax rather than hardcore salon wax because it is so easy to wash off any drips or mistakes. Previously, I had bought it, but I just realised how it is basically just sugar and looked for a recipe. The only potentially awkward part was judging when it had reached the right consistency (like for caramel or jam) - I decided to give it a shot. This awesomely detailed recipe convinced me it was worth a try.

1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup water

Put all ingredients in a small saucepan and heat, stirring, until boiling. Boil gently for ~20 min, monitoring the colour carefully (by swirling and by checking drops on a white plate. When it is a light amber colour (the colour of typical runny honey) it should be ready. At this point a drop on a plate at room temperature should also become thick and sticky as it cools. Allow to cool slightly and transfer to a heatproof jar.

To use, put base of jar in a bowl of very hot water until the sugaring solution is slightly liquid. Stir with a plastic spatula and use the spatula to apply. Smooth on in direction of growth and use denim strips to remove quickly.


It worked really well! Very happy with it, and I reckon this quantity should do at least 10 half leg waxes.