“Hand sugaring (also known as flick sugaring) is a method of removing unwanted hair by applying a mixture of lemon juice, sugar and water to the skin by hand, before peeling it off together with the hair,” explains Tanja Westendorff owner of Treatwell salon partner, Sugaring London.

The paste is applied with the fingertips against the hair growth and removed with a flick action, pulling along the direction of the hair growth. No sticks or strips are required, making the process extremely eco-friendly, and thanks to its natural formula, sugaring is suitable for all skin tones and types, even the most sensitive of skins.

“The main difference between sugaring and waxing is the ingredients in which they’re made from,” explains Rosie Khandwala, founder of Aqua Natural, a company which provides strip sugar products for professional use. “Waxes are usually chemically formulated from various polymers and resins, whereas sugaring uses completely natural ingredients meaning it’s completely water-soluble and instantly biodegradable.”

Everything you need to know about at-home sugaring