Does a Brazilian include inner lips?

Author: Miss Alessandra Kerluke  |  Last update: Thursday, September 11, 2025

Yes, a Brazilian wax does include the inner lips. After doing a Brazilian wax ourselves, we can confirm that a true Brazilian wax aims to remove all hair from the front, back, and everything in between. This includes the more delicate areas like the inner lips.

What counts as a Brazilian?

Brazilians (Portuguese: Brasileiros, IPA: [bɾaziˈlejɾus]) are the citizens of Brazil. A Brazilian can also be a person born abroad to a Brazilian parent or legal guardian as well as a person who acquired Brazilian citizenship.

Is it normal to have pubic hair on inner lips?

It is normal to have hair on the inner part of your vagina. The “flaps”, or labia, typically have some hair, which may be thinner or finer than the hair on the outer part of the vagina. Removing this hair is unnecessary, as it cannot be seen even when you wear a bathing suit.

What is included in a Brazilian?

A Brazilian wax is a waxing service that completely removes pubic hair from the front, upper thighs, and butt. Based on your personal preference, you can leave a small strip of hair, a triangle, or square on the front.

Does a Brazilian wax include the inner thigh?

A typical Brazilian wax includes the removal of all hair from the pubic region—from the front of the pubic bone to the labia, to the inner thighs, and lastly, to the area around the anus (Obst, 2019). It offers a completely bare-down-there look.

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What is a Brazilian wax and is it embarrassing?

The procedure involves removing all of the hair from the pubic area, including the labia and anus. While Brazilian waxing is generally safe, there are potential side effects, including pain, redness, and ingrown hair. If you don't find the right esthetician, you may feel embarrassed.

How long does a Brazilian wax last before stubble?

As a general rule of thumb: a Brazilian wax lasts around three weeks before stubble appears. That all depends on your hair growth cycle – we'll explain more below. By the end of 4 to 6 weeks, you'll notice your hair is grown out, and it's time for another session.

Does Brazilian include inner lips?

Yes, a Brazilian wax does include the inner lips. After doing a Brazilian wax ourselves, we can confirm that a true Brazilian wax aims to remove all hair from the front, back, and everything in between. This includes the more delicate areas like the inner lips.

What position are you in for a Brazilian wax?

In order to effectively access all the areas in which your pubic hair grows, your technician will need you completely naked from the waist down. Once your clothes have been placed to the side, you will be laid on a table, knees bent in what's known as the butterfly position.

Do most girls shave down there?

Pubic hair grooming, described as partial or complete removal of pubic hair, is considered a prevalent practice in both men and women [1]. Notably, The prevalence of this practice is reportedly high in groomers with more than 80% of women actively engaging in it, as evidenced by multiple studies [1,2,3,4,5].

At what age does pubic hair stop growing in a girl?

longer than 4 years to reach the adult genital development stage. no pubic hair by age 15 years.

What does a Brazilian look like on a woman?

A Brazilian wax is where all hair is removed from the labia, perineum and anus, or to put it another way from your undercarriage and behind! A “landing strip” of hair is left on the mons pubis (the top of your pubic bone). This is usually a strip of hair (i.e. a rectangular shape) but some customers prefer a triangle.

What is a basic Brazilian?

A Brazilian takes a Bikini wax a few steps further, removing the desired amount of hair from the front pubic area, labia/pubic bone, and between the buttocks. During a Brazilian, your Cerologist uses a hard wax that's specially formulated to remove coarse hairs from the Brazilian wax area.

What are the rules after a Brazilian?

After Wax Care
  • Stay Out of the Water: Avoid pools, hot tubs, and standing water for 24-48 hours after waxing.
  • Keep Your Hands to Yourself: Refrain from touching the waxed area for a day to prevent bacteria from entering sensitive skin.
  • Chill Out: Avoid heat, sweat, and friction for at least 24 hours after waxing.

Is it weird to get hard during a Brazilian wax?

Don't worry, it happens! Most erections that occur during a Brazilian waxing service have nothing to do with sexual arousal.

How do you not get embarrassed during a Brazilian wax?

Things like cleaning up before the appointment, not coming in straight from the gym, not having one too many cocktails before waxing, and others are ways clients can keep their experience and that of their estheticians a pleasant one. READ: What is the Average Full Body Wax Price? Let's break these down.

What are the cons of a Brazilian wax?

A Brazilian wax can be painful. It should get less uncomfortable the more often you do it. You might want to take an ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or acetaminophen (Tylenol) about 30 minutes before your appointment to reduce discomfort. You may have some redness and sensitive skin in the area for at least a day afterward.

How much does a Brazilian wax hurt on a scale of 1 to 10?

Brazilian (9/10)

Pain Level: Brazilian waxing is often considered the most painful type due to the extreme sensitivity of the area involved. Tips: Consider using a numbing cream (consult with your esthetician first). Recovery: Sensitivity may last 2-3 days. Avoid hot baths and exercise for 24 hours post-wax.

Should I trim before a Brazilian wax?

Up to 1/2 inch should be fine. If your hair is any longer you may feel some discomfort when the wax is applied. It will also make it trickier for your therapist to get the job done. Trim excess hair down beforehand or shave and wait a couple of weeks for it to grow back before returning to the salon.

What are the bumps after a Brazilian?

Some bumps are a result of post wax irritation and will go away on their own within a few hours to a few days. To help calm your skin, you can use our Ingrown Hair Serum to help soothe and treat any ingrown hairs, bumps or breakouts.

How soon can you get oral after a wax?

For a Brazilian Wax please avoid all sex, especially oral sex for 24 hours. Avoid any tight clothing and anything that may constrict your freshly waxed areas.

What are the don'ts before a Brazilian wax?

How To Prepare For A Brazilian Wax (The Zillian™)
  • Don't shave for 2 to 3 weeks before your appointment. ...
  • Once your hair is at least ¼ of an inch long, you can come in for a wax. ...
  • Avoid tanning within 24 hours of your appointment. ...
  • Exfoliate your skin with a body scrub or brush two days before your appointment.

What hurts most about a Brazilian wax?

"Patients tell me that the most painful areas for waxing are also the most sensitive, especially in the pubic area," Dr. Ciraldo says. Hair around the genitals and bikini line tends to be thicker than on other areas of the body, requiring more force to yank, thus, causing more pain.

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