Wax on, wax off!

Why wax? Compared to shaving or tweezing, waxing is a hair removal technique that lasts longer. When done properly, the hair-free area feels smooth and looks nice and clean afterwards. Here's how it's done: Hot wax is applied to the area with a wooden spatula, after which a strip of cloth is placed over it, and then ripped off quickly pulling the hairs along with it. Depending on your swimming costume or personality, there's a waxing style just for you. The bikini wax This is the regular style of waxing, which involves removing hair from both sides of the bikini line. Best for waxing virgins The landing strip You want a little more taken off perhaps because you fancy a tinier bikini this summer. Hair is waxed on the sides of the crotch area as well as over the pubic area save for a little strip — about 1.25 inches wide — front and center. The Brazilian This bikini wax style entails removing all the hair on the front of the pubic region, on the back and in between. Not for first timers Wax on, wax off!