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'''Brazilian waxing''' is a type of ] involving the ] area. This procedure involves the complete removal of ] adjacent to the ], ] and ] (] and ]). It can be thought of as an extreme form of ]. Some forms of Brazilian waxing leave a small line of pubic hair above the ]; most do not. |
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While mainly associated with females, the practice is engaged in by males as well. |
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It is named for ], the country in which it originated. It was first used for women wanting to wear the then-new ] bikinis. Men will often leave a triangle-shaped patch above the penis unshaved (since this area can be exceptionally sensitive to irritation) and will sometimes also leave the hair surrounding the anus intact (while removing that found on the buttocks). |
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==Process== |
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Like other forms of waxing, hot wax is spread over the area from which hair is to be removed. ] strips are placed on the waxed area and then ripped off. This procedure removes the wax, hair, and any dead ] ] lying on the skin surface. |
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The ] involved with this procedure can be slightly acute and can continue for quite some time (from several ]s to ]s). Most of those willing to endure the procedure feel that the result is worth the discomfort. However, most feel as if the procedure becomes less painful with every treatment. |
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Some advise to follow the procedure with an application of a hair inhibitor, which will slow the regrowth of hair and may halt regrowth completely. |
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The benefits are similar to those of other types of waxing, such as: lack of ] and soft hair regrowth. The disadvantages are also similar, though since it is performed on the most sensitive region of the body, the pain can be more acute. |
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While some types of waxing may safely be done on oneself, this type cannot. It is recommended that one get a licensed ] or ] to perform this procedure. |
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* ], a preference for hairless genitals |
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