MACreation
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I'm thinking of going.....any advice or comments I'd greatly appreciate
Getting a Brazilian wax???
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martygreene
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I wrote this for another forum, but it's extremely handy. Hopefully it helps.
Bikini and Brazilian waxing/sugaring FAQ.
This applies to hot-waxing, "cold-waxing" (resin and/or honey waxing), and sugaring. I will be using the term waxing to mean all three methods of hair removal, as the method of execution is the same, the medium differs only slightly.
What is the difference between a bikini wax and brazilian wax?
Bikini waxing is your bikini line. Brazilian waxing is the bikini line, mons pubis, labia majora, perianal region. Some places leave a landing strip by default, some do not. Some places don't wax the buttocks when doing a brazilian, and some do.
Is it safe to do a brazilian wax at home on yourself?
No. Waxing, if done incorrectly, can lead to deep tissue bruising, tearing of muscle tissue, skin fissures, destruction of connective tissue, and infection. Don't try to wax any lower on the genitalia than the mons pubis yourself. Have it done by a professional. Because of the need to hold the skin taught properly, remove the strip properly, and the amount of contortion you will have to do, you will not be able to properly wax yourself. Asking for help from a friend is also not advised, unless your friend is a licensed aestetician.
What is your experience with brazilian waxing? Does it hurt?
I get brazilians on a regular basis. When you do so on a regular basis, the pain definitely lessens. My first time wasn't that bad though really. I'm not sure I could give you an example of what it felt like, but on my personal 1-10 scale it was maybe a 3 or 4, nothing that bad. The areas that hurt most are the labia, at least for me. The mons pubis doesn't hurt much at all (I can tweeze that area at home if I want to), and waxing of the buttocks I barely even feel.
I have sensitive skin, can I not get brazilian waxing done because of this?
I have very sensitive skin in some respects, and not so in others. I do react to some waxes, and not others. It takes a bit of trial and error to find out. If you worry about reacting to the wax, when you call to make an appointment and to check out the qualifications of the aestetician, ask if you can come in and have a patch test done with the wax- I usually do my patch tests on the inside of my arm. If you have sensitive skin, see if any of your salons offer sugaring or waxing with soy waxes. Both of these are gentler on your skin, and not as hot. If you are taking medications such as Diffrin for acne or other skin conditions, you may not be able to get waxing done.
How do I find a good place to get my brazilian or bikini wax done? What should I look for?
Call around to your local upscale salons. Yes, upscale salons. Ask them if they do brazilian waxes, and if they do, ask to speak with the aestetician who performs them. Ask her (they are usually female) whatever questions you may have- including the type of wax they use (if you are familiar with them, and have preferance), her procedure (I prefer going to salons where they powder the skin beforehand, but that is a personal preferance), about the sanitation methods, etc. Ask her how long she has been doing brazilians, and where she was trained. That should help you in making an educated decision. If, once you get there, you do not feel comfortable, or if even after starting you find that something is not right, leave. I left a salon once when I noticed the aestetician was re-using the same stick over and over to dip wax out of the pot and apply it onto my skin. This is not sanitary, and I left. I will not accept shotty service, due to the fact that if things aren't done right I can be injured. I'm tweaky about the double dipping of the stick because I do not know who else she did that with, and what they might have been carrying. I do not wish to contract some form of VD from a wax job. Expect to pay at least US$45 for a good brazilian wax. I usually pay around US$60, although I have paid slightly less in other cities.
Will they or can I use some sort of anaestetic when I go?
No, aesteticians do not use an anaestetic when doing brazilians, and with good reason. Anasetetics alter the tissue and blood vessels, and can cause excessive bleeding, brusing, and other damage. Just like anaestetic isn't used with piercing. You don't want to remove your way of knowing if something has gone wrong. Anaestetics also cause the skin to swell, which makes it a lot more susceptable to fissures and burns.Even things such as lidocaine, which is an over the counter anaestetic, causes the tissue to alter. It is the nature of anaestetics, it's how they work. You can however take some ibuprophen (aleve, motrin, advil, etc.) beforehand to help reduce redness and alleviate the sensation a bit.
Will I have to do anything when I get there?
You will be asked a few questions regarding your skin, medications you are on, etc. If you have any remaining questions that you haven't already asked, ask them now. Tell the aestetician how you would like the remaining hair, if any, to be shaped. You will be asked to remove your clothing from the waist down, and might be asked to wipe down your genital region with an anticeptic wipe. You will then be asked to lie down on the bed to begin the procedure. Your aestetician may ask you to arrange your legs in various positions, to hold areas of skin taut for her, etc. You may have a few stray hairs that did not wax off completely when you are done- these can easily be removed via plucking, or touch up shaving. Most brazilian specialists are not quite as fastidious about picking out in-growns or stubborn hairs as regular waxers are.
Bikini and Brazilian waxing/sugaring FAQ.
This applies to hot-waxing, "cold-waxing" (resin and/or honey waxing), and sugaring. I will be using the term waxing to mean all three methods of hair removal, as the method of execution is the same, the medium differs only slightly.
What is the difference between a bikini wax and brazilian wax?
Bikini waxing is your bikini line. Brazilian waxing is the bikini line, mons pubis, labia majora, perianal region. Some places leave a landing strip by default, some do not. Some places don't wax the buttocks when doing a brazilian, and some do.
Is it safe to do a brazilian wax at home on yourself?
No. Waxing, if done incorrectly, can lead to deep tissue bruising, tearing of muscle tissue, skin fissures, destruction of connective tissue, and infection. Don't try to wax any lower on the genitalia than the mons pubis yourself. Have it done by a professional. Because of the need to hold the skin taught properly, remove the strip properly, and the amount of contortion you will have to do, you will not be able to properly wax yourself. Asking for help from a friend is also not advised, unless your friend is a licensed aestetician.
What is your experience with brazilian waxing? Does it hurt?
I get brazilians on a regular basis. When you do so on a regular basis, the pain definitely lessens. My first time wasn't that bad though really. I'm not sure I could give you an example of what it felt like, but on my personal 1-10 scale it was maybe a 3 or 4, nothing that bad. The areas that hurt most are the labia, at least for me. The mons pubis doesn't hurt much at all (I can tweeze that area at home if I want to), and waxing of the buttocks I barely even feel.
I have sensitive skin, can I not get brazilian waxing done because of this?
I have very sensitive skin in some respects, and not so in others. I do react to some waxes, and not others. It takes a bit of trial and error to find out. If you worry about reacting to the wax, when you call to make an appointment and to check out the qualifications of the aestetician, ask if you can come in and have a patch test done with the wax- I usually do my patch tests on the inside of my arm. If you have sensitive skin, see if any of your salons offer sugaring or waxing with soy waxes. Both of these are gentler on your skin, and not as hot. If you are taking medications such as Diffrin for acne or other skin conditions, you may not be able to get waxing done.
How do I find a good place to get my brazilian or bikini wax done? What should I look for?
Call around to your local upscale salons. Yes, upscale salons. Ask them if they do brazilian waxes, and if they do, ask to speak with the aestetician who performs them. Ask her (they are usually female) whatever questions you may have- including the type of wax they use (if you are familiar with them, and have preferance), her procedure (I prefer going to salons where they powder the skin beforehand, but that is a personal preferance), about the sanitation methods, etc. Ask her how long she has been doing brazilians, and where she was trained. That should help you in making an educated decision. If, once you get there, you do not feel comfortable, or if even after starting you find that something is not right, leave. I left a salon once when I noticed the aestetician was re-using the same stick over and over to dip wax out of the pot and apply it onto my skin. This is not sanitary, and I left. I will not accept shotty service, due to the fact that if things aren't done right I can be injured. I'm tweaky about the double dipping of the stick because I do not know who else she did that with, and what they might have been carrying. I do not wish to contract some form of VD from a wax job. Expect to pay at least US$45 for a good brazilian wax. I usually pay around US$60, although I have paid slightly less in other cities.
Will they or can I use some sort of anaestetic when I go?
No, aesteticians do not use an anaestetic when doing brazilians, and with good reason. Anasetetics alter the tissue and blood vessels, and can cause excessive bleeding, brusing, and other damage. Just like anaestetic isn't used with piercing. You don't want to remove your way of knowing if something has gone wrong. Anaestetics also cause the skin to swell, which makes it a lot more susceptable to fissures and burns.Even things such as lidocaine, which is an over the counter anaestetic, causes the tissue to alter. It is the nature of anaestetics, it's how they work. You can however take some ibuprophen (aleve, motrin, advil, etc.) beforehand to help reduce redness and alleviate the sensation a bit.
Will I have to do anything when I get there?
You will be asked a few questions regarding your skin, medications you are on, etc. If you have any remaining questions that you haven't already asked, ask them now. Tell the aestetician how you would like the remaining hair, if any, to be shaped. You will be asked to remove your clothing from the waist down, and might be asked to wipe down your genital region with an anticeptic wipe. You will then be asked to lie down on the bed to begin the procedure. Your aestetician may ask you to arrange your legs in various positions, to hold areas of skin taut for her, etc. You may have a few stray hairs that did not wax off completely when you are done- these can easily be removed via plucking, or touch up shaving. Most brazilian specialists are not quite as fastidious about picking out in-growns or stubborn hairs as regular waxers are.
kaliraksha
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great info, martygreene... you've inspired me to consider doing it... i just want to find a decent place in austin.
COWTOWNMOM
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I have heard ibuprophen really helps.
ishtarchick
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doesn't hurt as much as many people think it does
i speak from experience too, i like having it done because i feel much more "clean" without all the stuff IYKWIM, also on "those days" everything is tidier. hair tends to grow softer after several sessions, and (my salon puts a hair growth inhibitor liquid after) thinner, also takes longer to grow (just like with the rest of the body when waxing).
bottom line, boys like it
the 1st time i got it done, i was realy nervous and shy to take my clothes off, but it's like with gynos and tattoo/piercing artists; you have to be comfortable with the waxer first, chat a little bit, let her know you're scared/nervous/whatever if the waxer doesn't make you "feel right" then do it elsewhere.
bottom line, boys like it
the 1st time i got it done, i was realy nervous and shy to take my clothes off, but it's like with gynos and tattoo/piercing artists; you have to be comfortable with the waxer first, chat a little bit, let her know you're scared/nervous/whatever if the waxer doesn't make you "feel right" then do it elsewhere.
shamelessmuse
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It is all about finding the right person! I tried 5 girls before I found the best ever. I since have moved and still drive to see her...It isn't comfortable, but it isn't really painful when you have someone good doing it. It feels great afterward and after getting them for awhile your hair will start growing back, slower, sparser and softer.
Divinity
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Honey it's TOTALLY worth it. Saves time with the acrobatics in the shower with the razor. It really lasts a lot longer and I'm finding that it never hurts as bad as the first time because, as mentioned, the hair becomes sparser. I walk a little taller after I get my monthly wax.
chameleonmary
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Has anyone has laser hair removal for the Brazilian area? I am so keen to have it done, imagine that, never having to go through the pain again (after the pain of laser, of course!)
colormepretty
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i've always wanted to go get it done too! probably soon
i just have to brave myself up and i think i have a good pain threshold.
xxManBeaterxx
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Also try not to schedule it the week before and the week of your period. I hear the area is a little more sensitive in those 2 weeks.
You might have to check but some places want you to trim the hair to atleast 1/2 inch before they wax.
Its sort of painful but after several sessions the hair grows back a little more sparse and slower!
You might have to check but some places want you to trim the hair to atleast 1/2 inch before they wax.
Its sort of painful but after several sessions the hair grows back a little more sparse and slower!
MissMochaXOXO
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Take ibuprofen b4 going in. I also very highly reccomend getting Bikini Zones new pads for redness/itchies/pain for aftercare. They are a dream!
leenybeeny
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I am in the process of having it done. It hurts like an SOB but is SO worth it. Because the hair is so dark and coarse, I have some bald areas just after 2 sessions. There are areas that are hard to get to with the laser so will probably never be totally hair free.
Originally Posted by chameleonmary
Has anyone has laser hair removal for the Brazilian area? I am so keen to have it done, imagine that, never having to go through the pain again (after the pain of laser, of course!) |
I am in the process of having it done. It hurts like an SOB but is SO worth it. Because the hair is so dark and coarse, I have some bald areas just after 2 sessions. There are areas that are hard to get to with the laser so will probably never be totally hair free.
