How to Get the Perfect Brazilian Wax

There’s no beauty treatment more riddled with conflicted emotions than the Brazilian wax. Most women (and men) relish the idea of a cleaned-up bikini area and baby-soft skin. But there’s no denying that this is a sensitive area, and many men and women who would otherwise like a Brazilian wax are terrified of the pain. Doing it yourself gives you the chance to control your environment, and ensures you can stop if you find it too tough. Try our Spa wax to get the most out of your Brazilian. Designed to pull out even the toughest hair, we think you’ll be surprised by how much it reduces the pain of a Brazilian.

Prep Your Mind

We’ve all heard that mind can control matter, but when it comes to waxing, this really is true. If you’re in the wrong state of mind, waxing is going to be more painful and less effective. To get into the right state of mind for your wax, try the following:

• Wait until you have complete privacy and aren’t rushed.
• Save the wax for when you’re in a good, relaxed state of mind.
• Avoid waxing the week before and the week of your period; doing so can increase the pain.
• Try dimming the lights and adding some candles to the mix.
• Keep noise to a minimum, and meditate or play soothing music. 

Prep Your Body

The way you treat your body everyday affects the pain you feel. But there are a few steps you can take right now to make your wax a smoother, less painful affair:

• Take an ibuprofen about an hour before you wax to reduce the pain.
• Exfoliate your entire bikini area a few days before to loosen up ingrown hairs and ensure your wax can easily grip them.
• Eat a healthy, delicious meal so that you’re not waxing on an empty stomach.
• Exercise a few hours beforehand so that you’re at maximum relaxation. Never exercise immediately before a wax.
• Trim your hair so that it’s between 1/2 and 1/4 inch. 

Getting the Right Wax

When you’re ready to achieve full-stop smoothness, it’s time to begin waxing. The most important thing you can do is carefully follow the instructions on the package. Don’t, for example, heat wax that’s intended to be used cold or re-use old wax. By taking the following steps, you can make your wax job even easier:

• Apply a thin layer of talcum powder to the bikini area.  This reduces moisture and ensures wax grips only the hairs and not the skin.
• Work in small patches. This takes longer, but reduces pain and increases accuracy.
• Pull the strip in the opposite direction of hair growth.
• Pull your skin taut before waxing the area.
• Apply a post-wax soothing balm (like aloe vera gel) to reduce irritation and ease pain.

Your first Brazilian wax is bound to be a bit nerve-wracking. But taking the time to ensure everything is right can help you settle into a comfortable routine that will leave you looking smooth for weeks.