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• Method 1 of 2: Getting ready for a bikini wax
• Method 2 of 2: Control pain and redness

Getting your bikini line waxed can seem scary, especially if you've never had this done.With some preparation, waxing your bikini line can become a quick, routine procedure that will leave you hairless for at least a few weeks. Make sure you choose a reputable practitioner, prepare your bikini area, and treat redness and minor pain appropriately.

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Method 1 of 2: Getting ready for a bikini wax

1. Choose a practitioner with a good reputation. It is important to have your bikini area waxed by a practitioner you trust. Ask friends and family if they have any suggestions. You should also take the time to read online reviews of the company and practitioner before making an appointment. EXPERT TIP

   Make sure your hair is 2-3 inches long. Your hair must be at least 2-3 inches long to get your bikini line waxed. If the hair is shorter, the resin will not be able to adhere to the hair. If your hair is not long enough, the practitioner can send you back home and arrange for a new appointment. EXPERT TIP

   Try exfoliating before waxing. Gently exfoliating can help loosen the hair from follicles, making the waxing procedure a little easier and perhaps less painful. Using a washcloth, gently try to exfoliate the area to be waxed. Be careful not to rub too hard or you could cause inflammation. EXPERT TIP

   "Exfoliating before waxing can help prevent ingrown hair."

   
   

   Wear loose, comfortable clothes to your appointment. It is important not to come to your appointment with tight pants such as skinny jeans. After waxing, you should put on loose-fitting clothing, such as linen pants or a dress. If you feel comfortable, you can leave out underwear after your treatment. If you don't feel like that, wear soft, comfortable underwear.

2. Stay hydrated. It's important to stay hydrated when you go to your appointment. This can make the procedure a little less painful. Try to drink at least 2 liters the day before waxing and on the day.

Method 2 of 2: Control pain and redness

1. Be prepared for a little pain. While some salons may claim that bikini waxing is painless, don't just believe such claims. You will experience pain during waxing, especially on your first time. However, you should only feel the pain while waxing.
2. Consider taking ibuprofen one hour before treatment. Some people recommend taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory like ibuprofen before getting your bikini line waxed. This can reduce some of the pain you experience with waxing. Ask your doctor if taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug is a good option for you.
3. Know that it is normal to bleed a little. Hair follicles are connected to blood vessels, which means that little blood can come out when the hair is pulled out. You are more likely to bleed when it is your first time waxing.
4. Understand that the waxed area may be red after waxing. It is normal to have some redness after getting your bikini line waxed. This usually doesn't take more than a few hours after the procedure. If you still have redness and inflammation in the days after waxing, please contact your practitioner.