If you want to try a Brazilian bikini look, but don't like the idea of a stranger waxing you right in those areas, you can try to shave very carefully and get the same results and without pain. Here's how to become a total bikini shave expert.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Shaving the Pubis
Step 1. Decide in advance how you want your pubis (the area below the navel) to look
Choose the option that most enhances your femininity and sex appeal. Here are some options.
- Complete hair removal. There are no health risks associated with complete hair removal from the genital area; just be careful not to cut or injure yourself.
- Use a stencil. Apply a shape (for example a heart) on the pubic area, and remove all the hair around it, leaving only the figure of the stencil. Masks to use as stencils can be found in adult supply stores or online.
- Strip. It is a line that extends from the area of the vaginal lips towards the navel, and can be thin (ideal in the case of thick and frizzy hair), or wider (ideal for sparse and thin hair).
Step 2. Before you go into the shower, trim the hair with scissors to a length of about 5-6mm
The razor to use should have gel pads and multiple blades; however, you also have to favor its action, it is not efficient if the hairs are too long.
- To shorten hair in a practical way, remove it from the skin and cut it into small sections. You don't have to do uniform work, just shorten them.
- If the idea of using scissors in such a delicate area gives you the chills, use an electric razor that doesn't have rotating heads. The blades will only come close to the skin without touching it.
Step 3. Soften the hair by taking a shower
You can also soak in the bathtub before getting up and starting the shaving process. If you soften the follicles, it will be easier to shave with one stroke. If you need to wash, do it before you shave to avoid irritating smooth skin.
If you can't take a shower (and you desperately need to shave your bikini line), place a damp cloth on your pubis and leave it for 5-10 minutes. This way you will get the same emollient effect
Step 4. Exfoliate
You've probably met people who have suggested that you lather, shave, and exfoliate, in that order. But if you want to become a pubic shaving expert, remember to exfoliate your skin before and after. This operation allows you to align the hairs all in the same direction, facilitating the action of the razor. You also remove dead skin cells and the razor gets even closer to the root of the hair.
To exfoliate, shower as usual, grab your loofah and go
Step 5. Wet the skin of the genital area with warm water and put on the shaving gel
This stage is crucial. Never shave without using some type of lubricant. If you don't use a foam or similar product you will find yourself full of red, unattractive pimples that no one wants.
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It is best to use a non-scented gel specifically for the bikini area. If you have particularly sensitive skin, test a small area before spreading it all over your pubis. Occasionally someone shows allergic reactions.
Buy a clear, non-foaming gel so you can clearly see what you're doing
Step 6. Lightly wet a new razor
The more blades it has, the better. The fewer blades you have (and the older the razor), the more passes it will take to shave (plus you'll waste time reapplying the gel). Choose a model that has lubricating bearings as a preventative measure.
If you take care of it, you can reuse the razor. Make sure you wash it thoroughly when you're done, but don't leave it wet - water erodes the metal of the blades making them dull
Step 7. Swipe the razor gently, slowly and continuously, with long strokes following the direction of the hair
This way you cut each hair without creating spikes that can then be ingrown. Place a hand just below the stomach, above the pubic hair line, to better stretch the skin when shaving.
- Let the blade do the shaving work, don't press or pull the skin. Do not make too many passes because the blade, together with the hair, removes a very thin layer of skin.
- If you have thick, curly hair, and are having trouble shaving, you can try an electric razor to shorten the hair as much as possible, then finish with the trimmer blade.
- Rinse the razor often, especially if it becomes clogged with clipped hair.
Part 2 of 3: Shaving between the thighs
Step 1. Bend your pelvis and lift the leg you want to shave
This will give you a great view while you shave. Usually you start with the opposite side to your preferred hand, which is the left side if you are right-handed, so the work will be quicker and easier. Lean your leg against the wall if necessary.
The process for this phase is the same as explained above, also for the issue of exfoliation. However, razor burn and ingrown hairs are less likely in this area, so the hardest part is already over
Step 2. Wet the area with warm water and apply shaving gel, being careful to avoid contact of the gel with the labia majora
If this happens, immediately rinse off with water and start over.
Step 3. Shave by passing the razor horizontally, slowly moving from the outside to the inside
Be gentle. Finish each step before the lip. Remove the gel residue when you are done with the first side.
- You can try widening your legs more so that the skin you are shaving is taut and the razor does not pass over fine lines or folds in the skin.
- Repeat for the other side using the same technique.
Part 3 of 3: Preventing Irritations
Step 1. Exfoliate again
You're probably thinking "Again?" That's right, you have to do it again! Exfoliation after shaving allows you to get rid of the dead skin that the razor has lifted and realigns the hair follicles avoiding the growth of ingrown hair (which is the worst thing).
Use a sugar scrub, which proves exceptional at this stage. If you are not in your bathroom, you can make a paste with baking soda and water that will leave your skin soft to the touch. This is obviously the ultimate in shaving the bikini area
Step 2. Pat dry with a soft towel
Do not rub your skin or it may become irritated. Always be very careful and thorough.
If you notice that you have missed any hair, use a pair of tweezers to remove it. Sometimes you can spend a lot of time shaving only to find that you have forgotten someone
Step 3. Hydrate
Use an unscented product as fragrances can be irritating, especially on freshly shaved skin. Aloe vera and baby oil are two classic and effective solutions.
Also avoid dyes. If you use a lotion, make sure it is as neutral as possible. If you want, you can use intimate fragrances at a later time
Step 4. Apply talcum powder or baby lotion to the area to prevent irritation
But do not exaggerate! Excessive use of these products prevents the skin from breathing causing pimples and irritation. Also make sure that no products enter your vagina!
Step 5. Allow a few days to pass between one shave and the next
If you want to consistently maintain a completely hair-free look, perhaps you should think about other techniques, such as waxing or laser hair removal. Shaving works, but requires constant touch-ups.
Advice
- Don't shave dry. Again: Don't shave dry.
- Tight pants or underwear can cause irritation immediately after shaving. Opt for cotton panties and soft pants to avoid pimples and ingrown hair.
- Don't shave the same spot multiple times! Otherwise you cause ingrown hair growth which is unattractive and VERY painful!
- Aloe vera is a great shaving product. It also prevents itching and future irritation.
- Don't shave against the grain or over recent shaving pimples.
- Always use products that are well tolerated by your skin, avoid using products that have never been tested before for this purpose.
- You may get very itchy with regrowth. This side effect is minimal if you use slow, long strokes when shaving, and if you choose a new razor every time. Thankfully, the itchiness tends to go away after you shave a few times.
- Check for shaving pimples in the following days. If this happens, apply a specific lotion for this delicate area, you can find them in parapharmacies and perfumeries.
- If you are scared to shave completely in one go, you can start by removing the groin hair, and then proceed with the total hair removal when you have become more comfortable.
- Avoid tight-fitting clothing. They can cause irritation and promote ingrown hair growth.
- Always shave in the shower and not dry. If you don't have a shower, apply a wet washcloth for 5 minutes before starting.
Warnings
- Never use an electric razor with rotating blades to shave your pubis, it can be very painful!
- Do not sprinkle the area with perfume or other deodorants or products immediately after shaving. The spray gives a burning sensation and may cause skin irritation.
- Avoid using depilatory creams if you want to get rid of hair completely. They are effective for the bikini line, but could cause chemical burns on the delicate skin near the genitals.
- Stop shaving immediately if you feel burning, skin irritation, or cuts, and rinse the area thoroughly with clean water. Never shave if you have irritated or diseased skin.
- Do not use depilatory gels that you are not familiar with.
