Bikini Wax: Everything You Need To Know

By Bhumika Chitkara

Bikini wax is becoming a more common thing now as it was in earlier times. Bikini Wax involves removal for pubic hair. Still many women are unaware about what it is and how bikini wax is done. Amongst all these questions, it can be even more overwhelming for you to choose from the different bikini wax types. The real challenge is when you are a first timer and new to all these types of waxing for bikini area. If you have got all these questions, don’t worry we have got you covered!

Types of bikini wax: 

Regular Bikini Wax: 

As the name implies, regular bikini wax is the type of wax which involves removing hair from just the bikini line. The hair from the pubic area is not fully removed just from the bikini line and from the top basically everything that is visible outside the bikini is waxed. Regular bikini wax is comparatively less painful and perfect for beginners who are looking for no show moment with their hair!

Full Bikini Wax:

Full bikini wax is one step ahead of regular bikini waxing and is the perfect choice for women who are looking to keep it natural yet neat at the same time. The procedure involves waxing a little deeper than regular bikini wax leaving a ‘triangle’ area of hair. The size and the shape of ‘the triangle’ can be a completely personal choice. You can choose to keep as much or as little hair as you want!

Brazilian Wax:

Brazilian wax vs Bikini wax! People are often confused between the two and take them as the same thing, but there is a difference! Brazilian wax is similar to full bikini wax but with a major difference. As bikini wax involves removal of hair from just the front, brazilian wax involves removal of hair from the front as well as the back all the way up to your butt strip. Yes! It might sound a little weird and uncomfortable but there’s nothing to be embarrassed about. You can choose to go completely hairless or keep a little hair in the front. Again, how much or how less hair you want is completely up to you!

Hollywood Wax:

A fancy wax with a fancy name! Hollywood wax involves going completely hairless. That’s right, going completely hairless! Unlike Brazilian wax which might involve keeping some hair in the front, Hollywood wax involves complete removal of hair from the top, entire vaginal area ,the back including the butt line and in between the legs as well!

Brazilian Wax with different ‘shapes’:

This Brazilian wax is ideal for anyone who is looking to get all cleaned down there with a little patch of hair unwaxed! You can choose from different shapes like a triangle or a rectangular strip which is also known as the landing strip. If you want to spice things a bit, you can even go in for a heart shaped patch!

French Wax:

French wax involves removal of hair from just the top and the sides leaving a rectangular patch in between which is also known as the landing strip! The hair from the back is not removed in french wax. 

TIPS TO FOLLOW BEFORE GETTING A BIKINI WAX:

Do not schedule a bikini wax around your periods:

If you are planning to get a bikini wax done, try not to schedule it around your periods as it can be a little messy or uncomfortable. In addition to that, your vaginal area will be more sensitive around your periods than compared to the other days. 

Be prepared to go semi or even fully naked below your waist:

Make sure you are prepared in advance as you might be asked to remove your underwear depending on the bikini wax type you have chosen.

Wait till you have enough hair growth:

If you want to get the most perfect hair removal, wait until you have enough hair growth. If you already have a good amount of hair grown, you can consider trimming them for best results.

You can consider popping in a painkiller:

If you feel you are intolerant to pain, you can have a pain killer of your choice before the appointment.

Clean and exfoliate:

Cleaning and exfoliating can be an important step before getting a bikini wax.

Know what type of bikini wax you want:

Knowing what type of bikini wax you want in advance can be a good option as it can save you from the discomfort and make your experience as smooth as possible.

Wear loose fitting clothes:

After getting a bikini wax, try to wear as loose fitting clothes as possible to avoid bikini wax itching rashes, redness or any irritation.

PRICE OF BIKINI WAX:

Bikini wax can cost a little more than normal body wax in India as it requires more precision and professionalism. Make sure you choose the right technician or beautician to perform this task for you. The starting range of a basic bikini wax can range anywhere from Rs.250 to Rs. 550. The prices can also depend on the bikini wax type you choose. 

DIY BIKINI WAX KIT:

If you are not sure about someone else waxing your intimate area for you, there are many bikini wax kits available in the market that can work just fine for you! Just ensure to read the instruction manual carefully before doing bikini wax at home for the first time

BIKINI WAX DURING PREGNANCY:

Bikini wax during pregnancy is often considered safe if done under the right supervision and guidance.