Getting a Brazilian bikini wax can be quite nerve-wracking. You lie there, fully exposed and vulnerable, wondering if the waxer can sense your discomfort and if they know intimate details about your personal life. During a Brazilian wax, the technician removes hair from the front to the back, including a strip for the butt. This service originated in Rio de Janeiro in the 1970s and became popular in the US in the ’90s thanks to the J Sisters, who ran a salon in New York City. The popularity of Brazilian waxing stems from its longer-lasting results compared to shaving, as it removes the entire hair follicle. However, it can be uncomfortable and create awkwardness between the client and the waxer. We spoke to professional waxers to discover what they can observe about their clients during a session, including their nervousness, pain tolerance, hygiene habits, and even their sex lives.
One way waxers can determine their clients’ nerves is by their questions about pain levels. Clients who ask about pain are usually anxious. Additionally, their inquiries about before and aftercare show their eagerness to be prepared for the waxing process. Waxers also pay attention to body language, such as clients gripping onto their belongings, as it indicates nervousness.
Even if you try to hide it, waxers can often sense the pain you experience during the session. Clenched hands, closed eyes, and silence are all signs of discomfort. Waxers are attentive to these cues and try to minimize any startling moments to provide a more comfortable experience.
Waxers can also make inferences about clients’ hygiene habits. They can tell if you have showered on the day of the appointment by the appearance of your skin and the amount of dead skin present. Unwashed or dirty skin can affect the waxing process. Waxers can even deduce what type of products clients use in their intimate areas based on signs of irritation, redness, and hyperpigmentation.
The evidence left behind on a used wax strip can reveal whether clients followed the instructions for cleaning before their appointment. Hygiene plays a crucial role in waxing, and waxers can tell if clients have properly prepared. They also understand that menstruation can occur during a session and handle it discreetly and professionally. Additionally, waxers may notice the presence of hemorrhoids during the back waxing process.
When it comes to clients’ sex lives, waxers can only guess if someone recently engaged in sexual activity. However, there’s no way for them to know the frequency of their clients’ sexual encounters. Styling choices for the hair down there can indicate a client’s comfort level and openness to experimentation in their intimate life. Waxers may also be able to tell if a female client is pregnant due to changes in the waxed area.
Despite their intimate work, waxers maintain a professional mindset and focus on removing hair rather than evaluating their clients’ anatomy. They are not concerned with what clients do after the service, but they do emphasize the importance of cleanliness to prevent bacteria and maintain hygiene.
If you’re interested in trying waxing at home, it’s possible with the right technique and products. However, it requires some bravery and preparation.