Everything You Need to Know Before Your First Bikini Wax

Scheduling around your menstrual cycle in mind is important when getting bikini wax. Technically, you can get it done when on your period (as long as you use tampons or menstrual cups). However, we strongly advise against it: Your skin is extra sensitive during this time which will make the experience more painful.

You also shouldn't do it three days before or after either because your pain tolerance is generally lower at this time — and lord knows we don't want the pain to be any worse than it already is.

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