Intimate Hair Removal: How to tidy up ‘down there’

Do you like it finely trimmed or completely smooth? Something just for bikini season and visits to the pool, or more of an everyday thing? Whatever your preference, there are several options for safe and effective intimate hair removal.

In this guide, we’ll explore the most common methods for pubic hair removal at home, including shaving, intimate waxing, and IPL. While there’s no best way to remove pubic hair, here’s everything you need to know to find the method that’s right for you.

Best way to remove pubic hair quickly: shaving

 

 

When it comes to how to remove pubic hair, shaving is one of the most popular methods. It’s quick, easy, and affordable, making it the perfect option for your at-home self-care routine.

It’s important to note, though, that shaving pubic hair can lead to irritation, including razor burn and folliculitis (an itchy rash).1 It’s a good idea to understand how to get rid of pubic hair properly to reduce your risk of irritation.

If you’re shaving your pubic hair, follow these tips for effective bikini line hair removal:

 

• Trim first: Use an electric trimmer to shorten longer hairs before shaving. This helps you see what you’re doing and prevents the razor from clogging.
• Shave on wet skin: Shave during or right after a warm shower or bath, ensuring your skin is clean and soft for smoother pubic hair removal.
  ● Use shaving gel or cream: Apply a gentle, fragrance-free shaving gel to reduce friction while shaving.
• Shave in the direction of hair growth: This keeps irritation to a minimum to reduce the chance of redness, razor bumps, and ingrown hairs.
• Rinse and moisturise: Rinse your skin with cool water afterwards, pat dry, and apply a soothing, alcohol-free moisturiser or aloe gel.

If you’re looking for the best way to get rid of pubic hair quickly, shaving is a brilliant solution. It’s important to note, though, that you’ll see regrowth in just one to two days, meaning more frequent hair removal if you want to stay smooth.

Epilating your bikini line

 

 

A solution for longer-term bikini line hair removal is epilation. This works by plucking the hair out at the root, leading to smoother skin and slower regrowth. If you try epilating your bikini line with a reliable device, like the Philips Epilator Series 8000, you can enjoy two to three weeks of hair-free skin. 

Here are some key tips if you’re using an epilator for how to get rid of pubic hair:

 

1. First, trim longer hairs to make hair removal easier.
2. Exfoliate the area using the body brush attachment included with your Philips epilator.
3. Switch to the bikini trimmer head designed specifically for bikini hair removal.
4. Use the light on your Philips epilator to detect hairs even in tricky areas.
5. Hold the skin taut and follow the direction of hair growth.

After epilating, skin can feel a little irritated and sore. Apply a cooling balm or aloe vera gel to soothe the area and reduce redness.

Waxing for intimate hair removal

 

 

Waxing, like epilating, removes the hair from the root, and can be painful at times. Use hard wax for intimate waxing as it’s suitable for coarse hair and provides more protection for the skin.

 

1. Trim your pubic hair to approximately six millimetres. 
2. Heat the wax and apply some of it to the inside of your wrist to make sure that it isn’t too hot. 
3. Follow the instructions on the packaging to wax your bikini zone. Remember to pull your skin taut while pulling the wax off to reduce pain. 

How to remove pubic hair with hair removal cream

 

Hair removal cream sounds like a practical solution for pubic hair removal: apply a cream and remove it after a few minutes. Unfortunately, it’s not quite that easy. These products often contain chemicals that can irritate sensitive skin and damage the pH balance.² If you’re using hair removal creams for intimate hair removal, make sure you choose one that’s specifically formulated for sensitive areas.

You should also follow these steps for pubic hair removal at home:

 

1. Read the instructions on the packaging thoroughly before using any product on intimate areas.
2. Test the product on a small area in your bikini zone. Wait 24 hours to make sure you won’t have a reaction to the cream.
3. If your test area isn’t irritated, apply the cream to the outer areas of your bikini line and remove it as per the instructions.
4. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidance on where you can use the hair removal cream.

Is IPL the best way to remove bikini hair?

 

 

IPL delivers long-lasting hair removal for the bikini zone (and for other parts of the body as well). The pulses of light target hair at the root and damage the follicle, slowing regrowth over time for a more permanent approach to bikini hair removal. For many, the long-lasting results make this the best bikini hair removal method.

With an IPL device such as the Philips Lumea Prestige, the treatment at home is very easy – just make sure you read the manual before the treatment, and never use it on sensitive areas like the inner labia, the vagina, or the anus.

Follow these steps to use your Philips IPL device for pubic hair removal:

 

1. Get started by shaving, epilating, or waxing the body area before treatment.
2. Select the setting based on your skin tone with the SmartSkin sensor.
3. Hold the Lumea Prestige to your skin at a 90-degree angle.
4. Press the flash button to trigger the pulsed light.
5. Move the Lumea Prestige across your bikini area, either pressing the flash button when needed for more control or holding it down for quicker hair removal.

So, what is the best way to remove bikini hair? That’s all down to your preference. Whether shaving, epilating, or IPL, the most important step to achieving smooth skin is using the right tools for intimate hair removal. Try the Philips Lumea Prestige or Epilator Series 8000 for efficient at-home hair removal.