Want to flaunt your curves in a bikini lying in your wardrobe forever, but you are too scared to wax down there? Not to worry! This holistic guide that we have curated is to make your waxing session pain-free and fun. A spotless and nourished bikini area can instantly lift your confidence to stun in your favourite two-piece, whether you are out vacationing with your friends or on a honeymoon trip with your lover.
However, before getting into the details, it is important to understand the basics of it. The terms Brazilian and bikini waxing have long been confusing us, leaving us feeling unsatisfied. So, before you blame your aesthetician, know the difference between the two. The former involves removing hair from your entire pubic region, and the latter for areas seen outside a bathing suit or underwear while leaving the hair on your pubic bone.
Many salons also offer the two types of wax—hard and soft. Hard wax sticks to your hair instead of your skin, making your session less painful. It hardens directly on your hair, and your waxer need not use a waxing strip to remove it. Soft wax, on the other hand, is the most popular method, where wax sticks to your skin and strips are used to remove it. But why is waxing painful? The more nerves around your genital area make the pain prominent.
Another common method for shaving down there is using a razor, which is not cool. This technique can darken your area with time, give you razor bumps, lead to rashes due to friction, and more, making the whole area look unsightly and lowering your confidence.
Not to forget, good research about the salon you choose and the practitioners there is a must. Make sure they follow the cleanliness protocols—from wearing hand gloves to using fresh and tidy tools.
Here are some important tips to keep in mind for getting the most out of your session, both before and after.
- I would like to repeat it: good research about the salon, the practitioners, and their cleanliness protocols—from wearing hand gloves to using fresh and tidy tools—will benefit you more than anything.
- Thinking about pain can leave you feeling restless, so mentally prepare yourself before the session and figure out ways to keep yourself calm and relaxed.
- When it comes to skin, do not go overboard with exfoliating it. This could irritate your skin and make it more prone to ripping. Waxing will do it all for you—from exfoliating by removing the dead skin cells to leaving your skin soft and spotless, unlike shaving.
- Long hair can reduce pain to some extent, so make sure they are long enough to wax. It is a task to remove tiny hair, and it only becomes painful when your waxer keeps trying to pull it out.
- For your satisfaction and also to make it not too gross for the aesthetician, gently wash the area with soap before you go for the session. Usually, it takes up to an hour, so prepare yourself for that.
- For those who can’t tolerate waxing pain at all, you may take an over-the-counter pain medication 30 minutes to an hour before your appointment.
Here is how you can take care of your bikini area post-session.
- First and foremost, avoid tight clothing at all costs. Wear breathable fabric like cotton underwear and loose, airy shorts or dresses to reduce friction. It can cause rashes and irritate the skin, stealing your attention all the time.
- Avoid activities that will require a lot of leg movements, like gymming and running, and don’t indulge in sexual activity for around 24 hours.
- You may think of hot showers to relax, but that really would not help you. So forget about it! Cold showers can help close the pores, saving you from any bumps. A cold wash can also soothe your skin down there, reducing the redness. You can also dab the area with a cold pack.
- Nourish the skin well. You can go for a body lotion or all-purpose cream to avoid dryness in the area and keep it soft.