We have prepared this list based on real customer reviews, KrasotkaPro personal sales statistics, open data from the Yandex search engine. Attention: since brands, as a rule, have several product lines, in our rating of the best we consider not a specific type, but all products from one manufacturer in the aggregate.
The criteria by which we evaluate the sugaring pastes of each brand:
- Result
: for how long does the paste get rid of unwanted vegetation. - Performing additional functions
: great if the products at the same time help nourish the skin and moisturize it. - Comfort in use
: what is the consistency of the paste, smell, is it easy to apply and remove. - Ruler width
: how many different pastes from the manufacturer. - Compound
: it should be safe, not cause an allergic reaction. - Cost (for 500 g)
: saving is always good, but we are looking for the perfect example of value for money.
Point system:
By quality
- 1 point for every 2 weeks without hair (if 4 weeks, then 2 points, etc.);
- 3 points for comfortable use (consistency = 1 point, pleasant smell = 1 point, easy application and removal = 1 point);
- 1 point for performing additional functions: for example, they provide velvety and hydration to the skin.
- 1 point for no allergy complaints.
By cost
- 4 points for the cost up to 500 rubles;
- 3 points for the cost from 500 to 650 rubles;
- 2 points for the cost from 650 to 900 rubles;
- 1 point for the cost of 900 rubles.
Popularity
- 6 points for more than 10,000 queries in Yandex per month;
- 5 points for 8,000-10,000 queries in Yandex per month;
- 4 points for 6,000-8,000 queries in Yandex per month;
- 3 points for 4,000-6,000 queries in Yandex per month;
- 2 points for 2,000-4,000 queries in Yandex per month;
- 1 point for less than 2,000 queries in Yandex per month.
After we tell about each of the top 10 paste manufacturers and assign points, we will collect all the data in a general table. Please note that several funds can be located at the same place at once — it all depends on the number of points.
Seventh place. IRISK
For more than 15 years, IRISK, a prominent representative of Russian leaders in the salon business, has been following the demand and needs of the market and, focusing on the data obtained, releases new, improved products.
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Specifications from the manufacturer
A special cartridge applies the paste in a thin, even layer, allowing you to depilate as quickly and economically as possible. Does not cause allergies and irritation. Suitable for all hair types. Sugar paste delicately removes hairs from 2-5 mm without injuring living skin cells. Subsequently, further procedures are less painful, the hairs are reduced in diameter by 50%, become weakened.
Scoring
- +1 point for no hair for 2 weeks;
- +1 point for optimal consistency;
- +1 point for unobtrusive smell;
- +0.5 points for easy application and removal (there are complaints about difficulties with the cartridge);
- +1 points for additional features;
- +1 point for natural composition;
- +1 point for no allergy complaints;
- +2 points for cost;
- +1 point for popularity (namely pastes).
As a result, IRISK pastes get 9.5 points.
View all IRISK shugaring pastes →
Ready kits for shugaring
If you don’t want to find out what is necessary for a good shugaring for a beginner, then in a professional store you can buy already completed kits, they have all the necessary tools for the shugaring procedure — this greatly simplifies the whole process of hair removal for a beginner.
A ready-made starter (special) kit is produced in many countries, which has everything that is required for the procedure. Rating of popular brands:
- Arabia Professional
- Cannaan/ Canaan
- Gloria Sugaring & Spa
- Pandhy’s
- Maris Professional
- Ayuna — (Russia)
- Dolce Vita/ Dolce Vita
- StartEpil «SE» — (novice masters actively use this brand).
Sixth place. Gloria
Sugaring paste of the Russian brand Gloria is perfect for both beginners and professionals of sugar depilation. The line includes sugar paste for men and women, from ultra-soft to ultra-hard.
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Specifications from the manufacturer
Professional paste perfectly copes with vegetation on the legs, underarms and in the bikini area. Approved for sensitive skin, can be used on the face.
Scoring
- +1.5 points for no hair for 3 weeks;
- +1 point for optimal consistency;
- +1 point for unobtrusive smell;
- +1 point for easy application and removal;
- +0.5 points for additional features (there are complaints of irritation);
- +1 point for natural composition;
- +1 point for no allergy complaints;
- +2 points for cost;
- +1 for popularity.
As a result, Gloria pastes get 10 points.
A few words about compositions
Sugaring involves direct contact with the skin, so the first thing you should pay attention to when choosing a paste is its composition. Be sure to include: sucrose (aka sugar) and water. Often citric acid is also added to the composition, it is needed to break down sucrose into glucose and fructose. However, high-tech brands do without it — this allows you to make depilation especially soft and avoid possible skin irritation.
Some manufacturers add natural essential oils to the paste. This does not affect the environmental friendliness of the composition, but today almost every second person is allergic to something, and essential oils may well cause it. In order to avoid unnecessary risks and problems, it is better to choose a pasta with a «purely classic» composition without additional «buns».
Sugaring paste
Needless to say, pasta should not contain preservatives. Unscrupulous and greedy manufacturers can use them to increase the shelf life, and it can also be recognized as a trick. Natural sugar paste should be stored for 2-3 years, if a longer period is indicated, then it was not without chemistry during its production.
The color of a quality natural paste should range from pale yellow to amber. If the paste has any other color, then it has been artificially dyed.
Smell. Every product that has a more or less tolerable smell, manufacturers today are trying to sell under the aromatherapy sauce. And there is nothing wrong with using high-quality fragrances when creating fragrances, but this does not always happen. The sugar paste itself has a light caramel flavor that does not need to be enhanced. Choose natural and you can’t go wrong!
Sixth place. Saona Cosmetics
The assortment of the Russian brand Saona Cosmetics includes more than 40 types of products: for preparing the skin for depilation, sugar paste in packages of various sizes, and skin care products after the procedure. Products are developed in our own laboratory, undergo dermatological control and are manufactured on equipment made of food grade stainless steel.
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Specifications from the manufacturer
Sugar paste delicately removes hairs from 2-5 mm without injuring the skin. Subsequently, further procedures are less painful, the hairs are reduced in diameter by 50%, become weakened.
Scoring
- +1.5 points for no hair for 3 weeks;
- +1 point for optimal consistency;
- +1 point for unobtrusive smell;
- +1 point for easy application and removal;
- +0.5 points for additional features (there are complaints of irritation);
- +1 point for natural composition;
- +1 point for no allergy complaints;
- +2 points for cost;
- +1 for popularity.
As a result, Saona Cosmetics pastes receive 10 points.
View all Saona Cosmetics shugaring pastes →
Saona Cosmetics, Cold Zone Paste Cartridge, 150 g
Designed for bandage depilation technique. Suitable for soft hair removal.
(one)
268 rub
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Sixth place. Start epil
The Start Epil brand belongs to the largest Russian manufacturer of professional cosmetics. The range of the brand includes products for sugar depilation, as well as for spa hand skin care and paraffin therapy. The composition of cosmetics includes 100% natural ingredients of plant origin.
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Specifications from the manufacturer
Sugar paste does not injure living skin cells, delicately removing 2-5 mm hair. Hair becomes thinner and weaker. The diameter is reduced by 50%. Subsequent depilation procedures become less painful and will be needed less and less.
Scoring
- +1.5 points for no hair for 3 weeks;
- +1 point for optimal consistency;
- +1 point for unobtrusive smell;
- +1 point for easy application and removal;
- +0.5 points for additional features (there are complaints of irritation);
- +1 point for natural composition;
- +1 point for no allergy complaints;
- +1 point for cost;
- +2 points for popularity.
As a result, Start Epil pastes get 10 points.
View all Start Epil shugaring pastes →
Comparative table of presented funds
In order to compare the presented products, we suggest taking a look at their characteristics in the table below.
| Name of the paste | Country of Origin | Volume (kg) | Number of species | Heating temperature (°C) | Price, rub) |
| Canaan | Israel | from 0.28 to 3 | four | 36 | from 955 to 4355 |
| Gloria | Russia | from 0.28 to 1.5 | four | 36 | from 690 to 1390 |
| Arabia | Russia | 0.5 to 0.75 | 7 | 37 | from 370 to 1551 |
| Gerbere | Russia | 280, 500 g and 1.5 | four | does not require additional heating | from 4600 to 1700 |
| Riviere Sucre | France | from 210 g to 5 | four | 10 sec | from 348 to 1200 |
| Alexandria | USA | 0.13 and 0.68 | four | 37 | from 348 to 3500 |
| Start epil | Russia | from 0.4 to 0.6 | four | 40 | from 390 to 900 |
Fifth place. MARU Cosmetics
MARU has developed a unique formula for obtaining sugar paste and hair removal cosmetics without the use of chemical components and harmful preservatives. Sugaring paste of the brand is in demand as a high quality product at the best price. There are several degrees of density in the line: hard +, hard, middle, soft and soft +.
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Specifications from the manufacturer
It is used to remove hair from any area (bikini, armpits, arms, legs, face). Used to remove all types of hair from 2 to 5 mm, manual and spatula techniques are possible, also suitable for mixing with less dense types of pastes. Sugaring paste removes dead skin cells and hair without damaging living skin cells.
Scoring
- +1.5 points for no hair for 3 weeks;
- +1 point for optimal consistency;
- +1 point for unobtrusive smell;
- +1 point for easy application and removal;
- +1 point for additional features;
- +1 point for natural composition;
- +1 point for no allergy complaints;
- +2 points for cost;
- +1 for popularity.
As a result, MARU pastes get 10.5 points.
What are shugaring pastes
To choose the right paste consistency, you need to take into account several parameters at once: the temperature of the room in which you will carry out the procedure, the temperature of your hands and, of course, your experience. According to the texture of the mixture for shugaring are soft, medium, dense and very dense.
Manufacturers do not always produce three or four types of paste density. However, the more responsible the company is to its product, the more consistency options, and when choosing, you should pay attention to this.
Soft pastes
Such mixtures are easy to stretch, easily removed from jars, the texture resembles liquid honey. They are needed to treat large surfaces (most often legs and arms) with thin hair. It is better to work with soft pastes in a cool room, as at high temperatures they can become even more fluid. And the same thing will happen if your hands are too warm. But you can still achieve the perfect consistency — you just need to mix in a denser composition, as professionals do.
Medium density pastes
Suitable for all areas and depilation of hair of any type. Medium density pastes are easy to apply and easy to remove. So this is a great option to practice and hone your skills.
Dense pastes
Dense mixtures are usually also used for any areas and hair. They are very effective, but can be a little more difficult to work with than the more liquid formulations.
Very dense pastes
The thickest mixtures are traditionally used to treat small areas, such as the bikini or underarms, where the toughest hairs usually grow.
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