loVE IS IN THE AIR ...Waxing @ Makeup Mandy

You may not know there are many bikini waxing styles or types to choose from. Whether you want a little or a lot off, you can select the one that's best for you

Regular Bikini Wax: Removes the hair outside the panty line.

Full Bikini Wax: Takes the sides of the bikini line deeper than a regular bikini wax, and can also include waxing some hair on top to make a more defined ‘triangle’ area, or trimming down the hair left shorter.

When to choose: You still want to keep hair, but want more definition than a clean-up.

French Bikini Wax: Takes all hair off the in the front (except a small strip) and continues to right before the back. It doesn't take hair off from the back like a Brazilian (see below).

When to choose: You want the area basically pretty smooth with most hair removed, but don't want to take any hair away from your behind.

Brazilian Bikini Wax: Takes all hair off the bikini line, front all the way to the back (yes by your bum). Sometimes a small strip or triangle is left in the front.

When to choose: The perfect option if you wear a thong bikini, or want to be completely or almost hairless in front and back.

tips :Particularly for women. Your skin is often more sensitive the time near your your period, and waxing can be more painful than normal. So your appointment shouldn't be any closer than a couple of days before or after your period. Most places understandably won’t perform a Brazilian while you’re on your period.

Cleanliness. Shower and lightly exfoliate your entire bikini area right before your appointment using warm, not hot water. Make sure you’re extra clean.

Skip this step. Don’t use any lotions in bikini area.

Hair for now. You need some hair growth for the wax to hold onto, but not too long which can make the waxing hurt more than it needs to. Let the technician trim hair down to just the right length at your appointment, or follow the salon's specific instructions for trimming.

Pain preventers. Take an aspirin or Tylenol 30- 45 minutes before your appointment if you’re worried about pain.

post wax care :
Watch your fashion choices. Don’t wear tight panties for the next few days.

Hands off. Keep hands away from touching freshly waxed skin, as this can encourage irritation or small pimples.

Opt for a shower. Don’t take a hot bath for the rest of the day.

Too hot. No tanning beds, saunas or steam rooms for the next two days.

Short-term abstinence. Sexual activity should be avoided for at least 24 - 48 hours.

Exfoliate. Two full days later use a mild exfoliator. My pick, an Ayate washcloth which gently exfoliates skin alone wet, or can be used with your favorite body wash, but is more mold-resistant than loofahs. Compare Ayate washcloth prices.

Fight the bumps. If you get any ingrown hairs try Tend Skin, a huge favorite for getting rid of pesky ingrowns. Compare Tend Skin prices.