I’m going to call it like it is: Brazilian waxes can be really painful—especially if it’s your first time around. Understandably, ripping hot wax off the sensitive skin down there isn’t necessarily going to be a pleasant experience. But just like shaving creams, oils, and high-end razors meant to make shaving more comfortable and less of a hassle, I’m happy to report that there are a few ways to make your bikini wax less painful—which in turn goes a long way to ensure your appointment goes smoothly.
From growing your pubic hair weeks in advance to last-minute dietary changes, several tiny lifestyle tweaks can seriously reduce your pain. Plus, there are numerous products that you can use to make at-home maintenance easier and, therefore, make your monthly wax appointments feel like a breeze. For example, did you know you should be exfoliating before and after your waxes? And that there are chemical exfoliants specifically created to be used in your most sensitive areas?
