Hair removal shouldn’t feel like a gamble. We sit down with Emilie Wilson, owner of Simply Sugared Aesthetics in Denver, to explore a gentler way to get smooth: sugaring. Using a simple paste of sugar, lemon, and water, sugaring removes hair from the root without the heat of traditional wax and without stripping live skin. If you’ve struggled with redness, irritation, or ingrowns, this conversation opens the door to a method that can be kinder on sensitive skin while still delivering clean results.

Emilie shares how she moved from Missouri to Colorado during the pandemic, discovered a talent for sugaring in a specialty studio, and built a loyal client base that followed her into private practice. We unpack why technique is everything—how proper molding and flicking reduce pain, why the paste should never tug during application, and how a pro can safely pass over the same area to catch stubborn hairs. She also tackles myths that make people wary, from “sugaring hurts more” to “it’s just like waxing,” and explains how poor training creates bad first impressions.

We dive into practicals: who benefits most from sugaring, what to expect from your first appointment, and aftercare that actually prevents bumps—think gentle exfoliation, breathable fabrics, and timing your moisturizer. Emilie talks candidly about serving mostly women ages 18 to 60+, building trust for intimate services, and using Instagram and TikTok to share exclusive deals, happy-hour bookings, and education that demystifies the process. If you’re ready to try a different path to smooth, Emilie lays out how to spot a great technician and what questions to ask before you book.

Ready to learn more or schedule a session? Follow Simply Sugared Denver on Instagram and TikTok, or book online at simplysugareddenver.com. If you enjoyed the conversation, subscribe, share with a friend who battles ingrowns, and leave a review to help others find the show.