

“A Brazilian wax can be painful, particularly since it is a sensitive area,” Dr. But the good news (!) is that the pain is typically brief. A Brazilian wax can be pretty painful - remember, it involves the use of hot wax to rip hair from your nether regions. Here, we break down the basics and explain everything you need to know about Brazilian waxes. They can be done at a local salon or wax studio - just make sure to do your research before you book your appointment. You might be thinking OK, ouch (!!) but the pain is relatively short-lived, and the discomfort usually lessens with each session.
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You could leave a triangle, strip, or square of hair, but a full Brazilian wax pulls out *all* pubic and butt hair. Marisa Garshick, New York City-based board-certified dermatologist, explains.

Here’s what we mean by completely bare: “A Brazilian wax refers to the removal of all of the hair in the pubic area, also known as the vulva, and may include removing the hair on the upper thighs, as well as in the buttock and perianal area,” Dr. Enter the Brazilian wax, a popular hair removal procedure for those who favor a *completely* bare bikini area that’s not permanent, but lasts longer than shaving. Bikini waxes strip the hair across the top and along the sides of your underwear line - but there’s one other, more extensive type. Hot wax *down there* doesn’t sound too pleasant, but it’s an effective hair removal treatment that typically requires less up-keep than shaving and costs less $$$ than laser hair removal.

You’ve probably seen it at the center of a cheeky storyline on TV, in series such as Friends and Sex and the City, or maybe it’s been a recent topic of discussion among you and your friends. If you choose to remove or groom your pubic hair - because it’s totally OK to leave it too - one popular option you might be familiar with is waxing.
