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I've neer done it either, so I am inclined to say shaving. Why not try it a few weeks before the wedding?
Let me just say... I got a brazilian wax for the first time before my wedding and I have been going religiously every 5-6 weeks ever since... and my wedding was over a year ago =D I live in Los Angeles and pay around $45/session + tip. I realized that the amount of pain depends on the individual and also on the technician. Ask around and really find someone that is good. It makes a difference. My first time wasn't THAT bad. It hurt, but I expected worse. They recommend that you take painkiller (advil, tylenol) 30 min before your appt. Also, don't get it right before your period because you tend to be more sensitive during that time. I got the brazilian done a few months before my wedding just to see how my skin would react to it, and then I got it done again right before the wedding so I would be "clean" throughout most of my honeymoon. Hope this helps!
Oh, and don't worry about the awkwardness... it IS uncomfortable your first time, but these people do this a gazillion times every single day. The person I go to really makes me feel comfortable and just carries on a casual conversation as she does her thing...
ok, usually I shave, but I am considering waxing for the honeymoon. Since Tyler is stationed 14 hours away, I have time (and ample opportunity) to experiment. Hehe Anyone have any waxing tips to share?
I think I want to do a Brazilian as well, but the idea of it kind of terrifies me. Usually I just shave... How bad is the pain? Any recommendations of where to do this in Orange County where the technician is nice and gentle?
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I have been waxing for years, but not Brazilian. Over the past year, I gradually removed more and more and now am basically Brazilian. It was definitely less scary this way. Not so bad. But take the aspirin!
LOL, OMG I tried to do a Brazilian Wax...myself. HAHA! That didn't last very long. I ended up looking like I had a kind of goatee. It lasted FOREVER like that, so embarassing! I'm terrified to get it done for the wedding, but now that you mention it, wouldn't it be nice to not have to worry?
I'm terrified of waxing. I had my legs waxed once and nearly passed out. This is what I use and it works great, though does require upkeep.
First, cut any longer hair (sorry TMI!) with the Shavy Faminy -http://www.amazon.com/Seiko-S-Yard-PS-335-Cleancut-Trimmer/dp/B0002ZI3V6/ref=pd_bxgy_hpc_img_b
Then, go over the area with the Cleancut Shaver http://www.amazon.com/S-Yard-ES1080-Cleancut-Personal-Shaver/dp/B000MAMB00
Then every morning before I shower, I just go over the area with the Cleancut again to keep it baby smooth.
Honestly, you'll be amazed!! :)
Hi everyone!! Funny that I came across this because it's actually what I do for a living!!! I'm a Master Esthetician, and I specialize in Brazilian Waxing!!! I will tell you everything that you need to know about Brazilian Waxing!
First of all it is always a good idea to work off of a reccomendation! No matter how nicely you ask, nobody will ever admit that you are their lucky 1st client ever!!!!
Ask what type of wax they use- soft or hard wax are both fine-RUN FROM CREAM WAX (cream wax will not work on coarse pubic hair)
Make sure you let hair grow out for at least 2 weeks -yes this is hard, but so worth it!!! Hair grows in 3 stages-if you wax when only 1 stage has grown in, you will get regrowth way sooner. 2 weeks allows at least 2 stages to grow in. The goal is to end up with 4 weeks of smoothness!!! Minimum length is 1/4 inch (small pinky nail)
I know it is awkward for the client for the first wax, but your esthetician has been doing this all day, and honestly is only looking at the hair and the quickest way to remove it!
And lastly, over time the hair becomes thinner, and the regrowth is greatly reduced, so waxing gets easier each time! First time waxers should take tylenol or advil 30 min before, and ask if the Esthetician uses an anesthetic cream or spray which also helps a lot!!!
Hope this answers questions, and you can always email me if you have any others! brazilianwaxer@gmail.com
If you decide to do it, make sure to do it a few days ahead of time, because there can be some swelling/sensitivity for a while afterwards, and nobody wants that!
I didn't vote... I wax my eybrows and bleach my upperlip. For my bikini and underarm areas I did laser hair removal. For the bikini area I did removal of everything -- they called it a hollywood. I started a year before the wedding. It was so worth the money! I did a total of 5 treatments.
I found the best waxer in beverly hills that costs $20. Message me if you want her info. I don't want it all over the internet :)
Here's a question for all you regular waxers...
I can't imagine my hubby will be excited about having 4 weeks of smoothness followed by a 2-week "growth" period before waxing again...
what do you do? I would love to try waxing...but I'm afraid that I wouldn't be able to keep it up for that reason.
Brazilian waxing is awkward and kind of hurts. That being said, it's awesome. Especially before you go on vacation - no need to worry about shaving before you head out to the beach!! Before our honeymoon I got everything waxed... uncluding my armpits. That was the first time I ever did that, and I can't recommend it enough!!! But if you've never had anything waxed before, I would start now - you don't want to have red, puffy skin for days on end.
brazilian is great! If its your first time getting any kind of wax, wade in slowly. it helps deal with the pain and lets you get to know your waxer before you go all in. Trim it if you need to - if its long, it hurts a lot more. And take ibuprofen 30 minutes prior. And breathe :) you'll get through it! the first time is by far the worst.
LatteLove -the great thing about waxing, is that because it pulls hair out by the root, when it grows in it isn't all stublly and uncomfortable - shaving actually cutes the hair follicle, when it grows in after waxing it is soft. you only have to let it grow in a quarter of inch or so. Believe me, he will like it!
For my wedding I did a Brazilian and my legs so I didn't have to worry about shaving my legs either.
I have a friend who swears by sugaring. It's like waxing... but they use melted sugar. I don't know what exactly the difference is, but she says it hurts less (and she's tried both). Maybe you could look into this option?
I personally shave because I can't really afford to get myself waxed all the time. So far, I've only done it once (the waxing)... at home with a friend. And that hurt enough to make me scream (I have to say, I kind of like it ... TMI, right?).
I've been shaving for 7 years or so, and I find it very uncomfortable to do it. It itches more and I get ingrown hairs where I really don't want to be having ingrown hairs, and I also accidentally cut myself because I can't see what I'm doing. I definitely think waxing is the way to go!
I'm so glad someone posted this. Thank you bees!!!! To the waxer I shall go....
Brazilian Waxing is the way to go...but make sure they are experienced! I have had it done several times and the pain level is always tied to the person doing it.
Eek, i'm totally convinced too. I have a $100 gift card for a spa (YAY work incentive!), and they're SO pricey in my area! Like $70. Holy crap, right? But I'm thinking about how worth it it will be to not have razorburn when i splash into the ocean with my husband...and then run out screaming and trying NOT to rub on my bikini bottom, LoL. I feel better about biting the bullet!
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Brazlian! Its the only way to go during the summer and any time you will wear a tiny bikini
So, for those of you who've done it, how long did/do you have complete smoothness for? I want to do this before the wedding so I don't have to shave on the honeymoon, but I'm wondering if it will last for the 2.5 weeks I need it to?
ahhh this post totally convinced me to take the leap!
i have an awesome asthetician who i already go to in the summer for bikini waxes, but don't usually keep it up year round. i've been thinking about a brazilian and waxing my pits for the wedding/honeymoon and now i'm sold! im scared of possible itching discomfort during the growing back phase, but all the more reason to keep it up year round!
how many days before the wedding should you go? like 5? i dont want to go too far in advance cause what if the hair starts to grow back already 
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The thought freaked me out until 2 1/2 years ago when I finally just had to go for it. I go religously now and I would never ever go back to shaving. Brazilian wax is the best. Sure it hurts, but only for a few seconds. Once you're done you won't even remember the pain, you will be so pleased with the result. I go to the same girl everytime so we chat about life and it just makes you block out the pain. haha. I say GO FOR IT! Your FI will second this ;P
You will love the Brazilian!
You might start just by getting a regular bikini wax so that you get get comfortable with the process. The first time for the Brazilian hurts! and you might bleed. But the following appointments don't really hurt at all.
It drives me nuts to pay $70+ and not get a great wax.
Ask around for recommendations. And be careful, some places give discounts if you give them comments on citysearch, and that isn't how you want to get great ratings. Ask people.
Also, check out spas that are connected to dermatology clinics. I just had the best brazilian ever from a woman at the Dermaspa, and it was 50% less than I normally pay. That is it was only $40!!!! However, the cost is worth it if you like the results.
I've had bad waxes were the hair isn't fully removed and just breaks off causing you to have full growth a week after the apt. Hair will grow back slowly, it will be much smoother as it didn't grow from the deep rooted follicle. It will be soft. And because your follicle hasn't had time to develop it doesn't hurt so much the next time. Also, this might see strange, but if you have a stray hair or 5, you can remove them with tweezers.
Don't go a few days before your period as you don't tolerate pain so well then. Do it right after or maybe a week before.
Also, if you have fine blonde hair, typically the hard wax is a little too much for us. A good waxer will know how to handle you. And make sure to ask if they do the full brazilian, I've paid for brazilans before only to find out in the appointment that she "doesn't get all in there, or don't do the back"....basically false advertising.
And more importantly, wax for you.
You can also have shapes crafted if you leave hair behind. And you can die it, think PINK to match your wedding shoes!
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I know this is usually a private topic
.. but since I'm kind of new to this idea of "waxing" I thought I would write about it and get some advice.
I've never tried a brazillian wax and am some what terrified at the thought of how painful it will be..but am really contemplating if I should try it out. I've heard it works really well and lasts. I have also heard that it hurts like crazy! haha.. I usually just shave...however am getting tired of this method. The thought of going to get it done is kind of uncomfortable and awkward though.
Has anyone tried this? Is this common? How much does it cost on average and how long does it last?
Advice is appreciated