{"id":239,"date":"2024-11-05T13:04:43","date_gmt":"2024-11-05T13:04:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cleopatra.international\/?page_id=239"},"modified":"2025-01-02T11:02:45","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T11:02:45","slug":"instructions-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cleopatra.international\/en\/instructions-2\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

FAQ -
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t
\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

#1<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

What is the difference between sugar wax and sugar paste?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

The two terms are often used in the same way, but it’s incorrect to call sugar paste wax. Sugar paste doesn\u2019t have the same ingredients as traditional wax, and it doesn\u2019t need heating. It\u2019s completely natural. Unlike wax, sugar paste is applied in the opposite direction of hair growth and removed in the direction of hair growth. While some may think of sugar paste as a type of wax because both remove hair, they are quite different.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t
\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

#2<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

What is the difference between classic wax and sugar paste?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Classic wax and sugar paste are both used for hair removal, but they differ significantly in ingredients, application, and technique.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ingredients: <\/b>Classic wax contains synthetic substances, resins, and may require strips, while sugar paste is made from natural ingredients like sugar, water, and lemon juice.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Heating: <\/b>Classic wax needs to be heated to apply, whereas sugar paste is used at room temperature and doesn\u2019t need heating.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Application: <\/b>Classic wax is applied in the direction of hair growth and removed against it, while sugar paste is applied against hair growth and removed in the same direction, making it less painful and gentler on the skin.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Residue: <\/b>Sugar paste is water-soluble, so it can be easily cleaned with water, unlike wax, which often requires oils to remove any residue.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t
\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

#3<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

What is the difference between depilation and epilation?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Both epilation and depilation are methods of hair removal, but they work differently.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Epilation: <\/b>Involves removing hair from the roots, providing longer-lasting results. Examples of epilation products include sugar paste, wax, epilators, and laser hair removal devices.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Depilation:<\/b> Involves removing hair from the surface, offering temporary hair removal. Examples of depilation products include razors, shaving creams, and depilatory creams.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t
\n\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

#4<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

What is Oriental Epilation and Body Sugaring?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Oriental Epilation is the original name for the ancient hair removal technique using sugar paste, a method that has been practiced for over 2,000 years, originating in Ancient Egypt. <\/p>\n

On the other hand, Body Sugaring is the modern term designed to make this ancient method more accessible and easy to remember for today’s consumers.<\/p>\n

While “Body Sugaring” simplifies and popularizes the technique, Oriental Epilation preserves the rich history and tradition of sugar paste as a natural depilation method used for millennia.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

Balancing Textures
with Seasons and Expertise<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

CLEOPATRA Sugar Pastes are available in various textures, allowing users to find the ideal paste for their working environment, season, technique, and level of expertise. Additionally, all CLEOPATRA Sugar Pastes can be mixed, helping you adapt to seasonal changes.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

HOT SEASONS\n\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

In high spring and summer temperatures, CLEOPATRA Sugar Pastes naturally soften:<\/p>

  • Firmer pastes become more pliable and are easy to scoop directly from the jar, often ready for immediate use without the need for manual softening.<\/li>
  • Softer pastes may become more liquid, and handling can be challenging for less experienced users due to melting and excessive stickiness.<\/li><\/ul>

    \u00a0<\/p>

    Sugar Paste Mixing Tips for Summer:<\/strong>
    If your paste begins to melt too quickly and you can\u2019t adjust the air conditioning, try mixing a larger amount of a firmer paste with a smaller amount of a softer one:<\/p>

    • Advanced Users:<\/strong> Mix 2\/3 of STRONG \u2013 EPIL with 1\/3 of SOFT \u2013 EPIL for a balanced texture.<\/li>
    • Experienced Users:<\/strong> Mix 2\/3 of SOFT \u2013 EPIL with 1\/3 of INTIMATE \u2013 EPIL to maintain flexibility while managing heat.<\/li><\/ul>

      \u00a0<\/p>

      Additional Tips for Hot Weather:<\/strong><\/p>

      1. Cool the Room:<\/strong> Use air conditioning to maintain a comfortable temperature around 23\u00b0C.<\/li>
      2. Use a Spatula<\/strong> or Nitrile Gloves: These reduce direct contact with warm hands, minimizing melting and stickiness.<\/li>
      3. Use Body Powder:<\/strong> Sprinkle body powder on melting paste to absorb moisture and enhance handling.<\/li><\/ol>

        \u00a0<\/p>

        Note:<\/strong> While some users refrigerate the paste to firm it up, we don\u2019t recommend this. Once removed from the fridge, the paste becomes too hard and will require softening, and after a few strokes, it may start melting again. Instead, follow the tips above for a more stable solution.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

        \n\t\t\t\t
        \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
        \n\t\t\t
        <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
        \n\t\t\t\t
        \n\t\t\t\t\t

        COLD SEASONS\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
        \n\t\t\t\t
        \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

        In autumn and winter, CLEOPATRA Sugar Pastes naturally firm up:<\/p>

        • Softer pastes become slightly firmer, often ready for immediate use without additional softening.<\/li>
        • Firmer pastes may become very hard and require softening before use.<\/li><\/ul>

          Mixing Tips for Winter:<\/strong>
          If your pastes become too firm and there\u2019s no time to adjust the heating, try mixing a larger amount of a softer paste with a smaller amount of a firmer one:<\/p>

          • Advanced Users: Mix 2\/3 of SOFT \u2013 EPIL with 1\/3 of STRONG \u2013 EPIL for optimal handling in cooler conditions.<\/li>
          • Experienced Users: Mix 2\/3 of INTIMATE \u2013 EPIL with 1\/3 of SOFT \u2013 EPIL for a softer, more manageable consistency.<\/li><\/ul>

            Additional Tips for Cold Weather:<\/strong><\/p>

            1. Heat the Room:<\/strong> Warm the room to around 23\u00b0C. Avoid overheating, which canmake the paste too soft.<\/li>
            2. Soften the Sugar Paste:<\/strong> Firmer pastes can be softened with a few drops of water, manual techniques, or, if needed, cautious heating.<\/li><\/ol>

              \u00a0<\/p>

              Note:<\/strong> The goal is to soften the sugar paste so it can be easily removed from the jar and effectively adheres to hair for a smooth epilation process.<\/p>

              Choosing Textures Based on Experience Level<\/strong>
              Regardless of the season, experienced users often prefer softer CLEOPATRA Sugar Pastes, as these enable quicker, more efficient treatments once application and removal techniques are mastered. Beginners typically start with firmer pastes for better control during removal. As confidence grows, they may transition to softer pastes, like SOFT \u2013 EPIL or INTIMATE \u2013 EPIL, for enhanced efficiency.<\/p>


              Remember:<\/strong> Adjust CLEOPATRA Sugar Paste to suit your needs\u2014don\u2019t adjust yourself to the sugar paste!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

              \n\t\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t
              <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t\t\t

              TAKING FIRMER SUGAR PASTE
              OUT OF THE PLASTIC JAR<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

              If you need to remove a firmer CLEOPATRA Sugar Paste from the plastic jar, follow these steps before resorting to heating:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

              \n\t\t\t\t
              \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

              Manual Extraction Steps<\/strong><\/p>

              • Step One \u2013 Gently Insert Fingers<\/strong>
                Dip your fingers, including your thumb, into the center of the plastic jar.<\/li><\/ul>

                \u00a0<\/p>

                • Step Two \u2013 Allow Fingers to Sink<\/strong>
                  Wait patiently as your fingers sink into the paste. If the sugar paste is quite firm, your body warmth will help soften it slightly.<\/li><\/ul>

                  \u00a0<\/p>

                  • Step Three \u2013 Gather the Paste<\/strong>
                    Once your fingers have sunk into the paste, bring your fingertips together to grip the paste.<\/li><\/ul>

                    \u00a0<\/p>

                    • Step Four \u2013 Slowly Lift the Paste<\/strong>
                      Carefully pull the sugar paste up and out of the jar.<\/li><\/ul>

                      \u00a0<\/p>

                      • Step Five \u2013 Repeat if Necessary<\/strong>
                        If you need more paste, repeat the process two to three times until you\u2019ve gathered the desired amount.<\/li><\/ul>

                        \u00a0<\/p>

                        • Step Six \u2013 Cut the Paste<\/strong>
                          Break the bond with the remaining paste in the jar by using a circular hand motion.<\/li><\/ul>

                          \u00a0<\/p>

                          Alternative Softening Methods<\/strong>
                          If manual extraction is challenging, you may try one of the following methods:<\/p>

                          1. Heater<\/strong>
                            If you\u2019re a professional, using a dedicated sugar paste heater is the simplest and most controlled option.<\/li>
                          2. Microwave<\/strong>
                            Use the microwave only in rare cases, and with extreme caution. Begin with very short bursts of 3\u20135 seconds, depending on your microwave\u2019s strength. After each round, tilt the jar\u2014if the paste doesn\u2019t move, it\u2019s safe to touch. If it shifts or flows, it\u2019s overheated. Allow it to cool for at least 30 minutes before attempting to handle it again. Repeat short bursts as needed, but be careful not to overheat, as this can result in burns.<\/li>
                          3. Hot Water<\/strong>
                            Pour boiling water into a small bowl and place the jar in the water. Ensure no water enters the jar. After a few minutes, test the paste by pressing it to check if it\u2019s softened.<\/li>
                          4. Radiator<\/strong>
                            Place the plastic jar on a radiator. Wait a few minutes, then press the paste to check the consistency.<\/li><\/ol>

                            \u00a0<\/p>

                            Note:<\/strong> When using hot water or a radiator, the bottom part of the paste will soften faster than the top. If using a 700g jar, dip your fingers halfway down; for a 120g jar, go to the bottom. This will help mix the different textures in the jar.<\/p>


                            Important Notice<\/strong>
                            If you overheat the paste, let it cool to room or body temperature (no hotter than 37\u00b0C) before use. Never apply hot sugar paste directly to the skin, as it can cause burns.<\/strong><\/p>

                            \u00a0<\/p>

                            What if the paste is firm, but has a sticky (syrupy) layer on top?<\/strong>
                            Although CLEOPATRA Sugar Paste doesn\u2019t truly expire\u2014thanks to its main ingredient, sugar, which acts as a natural preservative. In rare instances, a syrupy layer may form on the surface if the paste hasn\u2019t been used for an extended period, causing some of the healing ingredients to separate slightly.
                            No need to worry! Simply dip your fingers deeper into the jar and mix the syrupy layer back into the paste until the texture is smooth and uniform. If the syrupy surface persists, this could indicate that water has seeped into the jar, it was left uncovered, or it was stored in a bathroom where excess moisture may have entered the container.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

                            \n\t\t\t\t
                            \n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
                            \n\t\t\t
                            <\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                            FAQ – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION #1 What is the difference between sugar wax and sugar paste? The two terms are often used in the same way, but it’s incorrect to call sugar paste wax. Sugar paste doesn\u2019t have the same ingredients as traditional wax, and it doesn\u2019t need heating. It\u2019s completely natural. Unlike wax, sugar […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-239","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/cleopatra.international\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/239","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/cleopatra.international\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/cleopatra.international\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cleopatra.international\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cleopatra.international\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=239"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/cleopatra.international\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/239\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/cleopatra.international\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=239"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}