What is a Californian wax?

Author: Cathrine Hagenes DDS  |  Last update: Tuesday, December 16, 2025

A californian bikini wax is wax style that takes off most of the pubic hair in the front, but leaves a small triangle shape in the pubic area.

What is the difference between a Brazilian wax and a Californian wax?

Californian Wax – Similar to bikini and a small section across the top also. Thong Wax – Hair is removed from sides, section across the top and bum area. Brazilian Wax – As above, all hair from the labia and the bum is also removed. Hollywood Wax – All hair from the intimate area is removed.

What does a Californian wax look like?

The hair is removed from the area in a shape that is similar to a high-cut bikini bottom. The amount of hair removed can vary, but it generally leaves some hair on the bikini line area and can be less extensive than a Brazilian or Hollywood wax.

What is the best wax for an intimate area?

From personal experience, hard wax is the best for pubic hair. It's affordable, doable, so much less painful, and doesn't irritate the skin down there, it hurts for like 2 seconds and it goes away, it's great. It works best if the hair is thick, and the best brand to use is Italwax.

What are the three types of waxing?

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What’s the difference between a Brazilian and Hollywood wax?

What is the most painful wax type?

If you're getting a Brazilian wax, that area is extremely sensitive — it'll likely hurt quite a bit, even if your pain tolerance is high.

What is the best type of wax to use for a Brazilian?

Most people agree that for a Brazilian wax, hard wax is the best option. If your hair is coarse, multiple applications will be necessary, and hard wax allows for this. Additionally, because this area of your body is so sensitive, hard wax removal tends to be less painful.

What is a full intimate wax called?

So to be perfectly clear about it, 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! The only hair left with a Brazilian wax is the “landing strip” of hair on the mons pubis (the top of your pubic bone).

How do you prepare for a Californian wax?

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  8. Don't skimp on your wax.

What is a thong wax?

Thong wax / Extended bikini wax

As a thong is narrower than a bikini we'll remove more hair at the sides than for a basic bikini wax and remove 2-3cm of hair from the top of the pubic area to accommodate a lower waistline. We also remove hair from the thigh crease, but don't go in as far as the labia.

Does Brazilian wax 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 is a French wax?

This waxing style removes a significant portion of hair from the front, including the more intimate areas. What sets the French Wax apart is that it leaves behind a distinctive 'landing strip' on top, adding a touch of flair to an otherwise smooth front.

What does a landing strip mean in waxing?

The landing strip (it's also called the French bikini wax) removes hair from around the front and sides, essentially leaving a rectangular patch of hair in the middle. (Helpful hint: It doesn't have to be a rectangular shape: There are different styles of landing strips: 1.

Does Brazilian wax make you wet?

As for whether Brazilian waxing makes you wet, there is no definitive answer. Some women say that the sensation of having their pubic hair removed is arousing, while others find it to be uncomfortable. If you're considering getting a Brazilian wax, we suggest you do some research to see if it's right for you.

What is the most painful pubic area to wax?

Another factor that can increase the pain during waxing is where you do it; for example, Tobia and Dr. Ciraldo say that Brazilian waxes and other genital-area services are typically rated the most painful.

Is it better to wax or shave your private area?

Waxing is often better for pubic hair removal as it results in less razor bumps and lasts longer than shaving or using hair removal cream.

What is a honeymoon wax?

Types of Brazilian Wax:

It is also called the Full Brazilian Wax as the hair from your pubic bone, your labia, buttock split, as well as upper thighs, is removed. This one is also called 'honeymoon' wax as it is famously gotten by brides before their honeymoons.

At what age should you stop waxing?

There is No Age Limit on Waxing!

There are so many benefits for mature skin! When we wax thin and fragile skin the right way, it can become more supple-looking and radiant. Gentle Exfoliation keeps mature skin from flaking and helps promote blood flow and collagen production for firmer-looking skin!

What is vajacial?

A vajacial is typically a 50 minute treatment, which includes a cleanse, mild enzyme exfoliant, extractions of ingrown hairs, followed by a custom mask, completed with a skin brightening serum or spot treatment. A light chemical peel can also be done in this area.

Do you get hard during Brazilian wax?

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

What is a Hollywood wax?

A Hollywood wax removes all the hair from your bikini area (top, sides, and front), and those hard-to-reach areas in the back. Simply put: everything goes. You can opt for a Brazilian leave a “landing strip” or a triangle, choice is up to you. Does it hurt?

What does a Brazilian wax 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.

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