How long should hair not be shaved prior to a sugaring treatment?

For a sugaring treatment, it's recommended that clients refrain from shaving for at least three days prior to the procedure. This timeframe allows the hair to grow to a sufficient length for the sugar paste to effectively adhere to the hair for removal. Typically, hair needs to be about 1/4 inch long for sugaring to be most effective, and if the hair is too short due to recent shaving, it may not be grasped properly by the sugar paste. Moreover, allowing this growth period helps ensure that the treatment provides smoother results and reduces the likelihood of hair breaking instead of being pulled from the root, which can lead to ingrown hairs and uneven results.