Men and women both have unwanted hair. The burning desire for a clean appearance has made waxing popular in different parts of the world. These days, an increasing number of women are venturing into bikini waxing as part of the beauty regimen. Although waxing the pubic region has become all the rage today, this trend is actually thousands of years old.
Technically speaking, there are four types of bikini waxes. First there is the traditional bikini wax that removes hair outside the panty line. Second, there is the Brazilian bikini wax that leaves a hairline above the vagina. In addition, the hair on the vaginal lips is not removed during this waxing. Third is the playboy bikini wax named after the sultry ‘Playboy’ magazine. Similar to Brazilian bikini wax, the vertical stripe in the front is also left here, but all the hair is removed from the lips and buttocks. Finally, it is the complete bikini wax that consists of removing hair from every inch of skin in the area. Based on professional advice, it is always best to turn to regular bikini wax first and then gradually move on to the rest.
The regular bikini waxing process involves applying warm wax to the area around the bikini line. A strip of fabric is pressed on top and then immediately pulled off in the opposite direction of hair growth. A Brazilian waxing session focuses on the genital area and involves removing hair from the areas around the vagina, perineum, and anus. However, a ‘runway’ is left, which is a vertical strip two to three fingers wide in front. The procedure may require the therapist to travel the pubic hair to about a quarter of an inch in length before beginning waxing. Then the entire genital area is covered with talc. Thereafter, hot oil is applied and the hair is removed by removing the cloth, previously pressed on the oil. As in the case of bikini wax, the hair is pulled in the opposite direction of growth. Some beauty therapists use a slightly different approach. Instead of using a strip of cloth, they use only the hot wax, which as it cools; Shrink wraps the hairs and pulls them out by the roots. After waxing, excess hair is removed with tweezers. When all the hair is removed, a soothing lotion is applied to the area.
The main advantage of a bikini wax is the feeling of liberation it offers to the woman. It makes it possible to wear skimpy bikinis and revealing lingerie without any apprehension. Not forgetting, the clean, smooth and shiny look adds a ‘feel good syndrome’ to one’s personality. Second, many men find the silky, bald appearance more sensual, which helps to achieve a more erotic and satisfying sex life.
What tops the list of downsides is the embarrassment factor. The procedure can involve certain awkward positions, especially Brazilian bikini wax. However, one must remember that, just like a doctor, it is also a routine job for a beauty therapist. Pain is the next issue that worries many. The method is definitely painful as the hair is removed from the root and the area is extremely sensitive to pain. However, the pain is not as strong as expected and decreases with each progressive session.
Despite the negatives, many find the positives of bikini wax more appealing. Everyone longs to look cool and sexy. Pain or embarrassment seems like a small price to pay for a clean, bald, and sensual look!