Types of Bikini Waxes

When you visit a salon for your first bikini wax, the uncharted territory may be a bit overwhelming or nerve-wracking. Short of indulging in a cocktail before your appointment, perhaps the best way to prepare is to know details about different types of bikini waxes-you don't want to be unpleasantly surprised.

Let's start with the most dramatic type first-the Sphinx. Expect to ditch your skivvies before you begin. If you won't feel comfortable appearing naked from the waist down in a front of the technician, don't try this one. Not only will you be bare, but you'll also have to get into some interesting positions; all of your hair will be removed from the front to the back, including your buttocks and everywhere in between.

Another daring option, and possibly the most well-known bikini wax, is the Brazilian. Again, you'll be naked from the waist down for this treatment and have hair removed from every area. The Brazilian usually, but not always, leaves a thin "landing strip" behind-be sure to specify what you prefer.

Next on the -do you dare' scale is the French bikini wax. Whether you wear panties or not is up to your technician. While this wax won't touch your tush, you can expect to say buh-bye to the hair on your labia and be left with a 2 to 3 inch strip.

And the most basic solution and quite possibly the best for beginners is the traditional bikini wax. This gateway treatment is done with your panties on and you'll only have the hair removed along your bikini line on your upper leg. No matter what option you choose, take a deep breath and remember how great you'll look in your bathing suit.