A Brazilian wax is the very popular bikini wax style that removes all of the hair that is on and around the pubic area, in the front and in the back - sometimes a small strip of hair is left. The skin is always left feeling silky, smooth. This is only one style of bikini waxing that women and men prefer during the hot Summer months. Those who wear bikinis and thongs are realizing the benefits of and confidence of decorative or complete hair removal. There are several different styles of waxing, if you do not want to go all the way with a full Brazilian bikini wax.

What is a Brazilian Wax?

This style of waxing was made popular in Brazil by the local women who wore thong bikinis. The skimpy material of the thongs made it necessary for them to remove all of the visible hair and this is where the name was born. In 1987, seven sisters from Brazil introduced the waxing method to New Yorkers and it caught on rather quickly.http://beauty.about.com/od/hairremoval/ht/bikiniwax.htm http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-BMM1TGll0I There are several bikini waxing styles

• American Wax - This is the removal of the hair that is visible outside of the bikini line.

• French - This style is also known as the landing strip because a long strip of hair is left, with the strip pointing downward.

• The European - This is very similar to the Brazilian bikini wax except, there is a small patch of hair left on the mound.

• The Moustache - This style is a line of hair across the top of the mound.

• The Heart - The hair is cut and trimmed into a heart shape.

• The Playboy Strip - Also similar to the Brazilian wax, a long strip of hair that is 1 1/2 inches wide, is left.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bikini_waxing

These are are some of the bikini wax styles you can ask for. For some, the process of getting all of the hair removed with hot melted wax is as painful as it sounds. The Brazilian wax job has been criticized by many women because of the painful experience, but the women in Brazil seem to have no problem with the procedure. It seems, after time the hair grow back thinner and finer so this lessens the pain. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bikini_waxing

When you opt for a Brazilian wax instead of shaving the area, there is less chance of ingrown hairs, no cuts, no stubble and the hair take more than two weeks to grow back, compared to shaving, which take a few days to turn to irritating, itchy stubble. http://www.mywaxing.com/brazilian-hair-removal.php

Before you get a Brazilian bikini wax, there are steps you need to take before and after, to keep the experience as pleasant as possible. If you do not take proper care of the area, you may end up with an infection. A do-it-yourself-Brazilian-wax is not a good idea. Here is the process for how to do a Brazilian wax, in a salon or spa.

Before the Waxing

• Get ready to get your Brazilian wax so that you are more comfortable.
• If you usually shave, do not shave for two weeks before you get your wax.
• Take a long shower to ensure a fresh clean aroma.
• A reputable spa will not give you a Brazilian wax if the hair is not at least 1/4 in. long, which is 10 to 14 days of new growth.
• If you are sensitive to pain, take some over the counter pain medication.http://www.wisegeek.com/how-can-i-prepare-for-a-bikini-wax.htm

After the Waxing

• The waxing will make your skin sensitive and your pores will be open. You want to avoid infection at all cost so, you should avoid certain activities for a few days.
• Do not let the skin build up - daily exfoliation, for a few days, will keep the pores clear.
• Do not use a tanning booth for a few days after the wax.
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 to 48 hours.http://www.mywaxing.com/brazilian-hair-removal.php

What to Expect When You Go To Get A Brazilian Wax

• When you get to the spa for your Brazilian wax, you have to:
• Remove your clothing
• Get your hair length checked.
• Lay down and have oil or powder applied to your skin. The powder or oil keep the wax from sticking to the skin.
• Wax is applied to the area with a tongue depressor stick and a white cloth binder is put on top to remove the wax and the hair. This is done in very small areas until all of the hair is removed from the front all the way to the back.
• Every time the estheticians pull the wax off, she or he will apply pressure to relieve some of the pain.
• Some estheticians will take a magnifying glass to look for any hair that was not removed. If any hair does remain, it is removed with tweezers.
• After all of the hair is removed, a coating of oil is applied to remove any remaining wax.http://www.mywaxing.com/brazilian-hair-removal.php

• Magnifying glass
• Tweezers
• A white paper binder for the wax to adhere to
• A wax applicator - a tongue depressor
• Baby powder or oil
• Warm melted wax