Hair removal can significantly enhance your femininity and attractiveness, especially in the bikini area. After all, who doesn’t want to feel extra pretty in their panties?
In this blog post, I’ll share everything you need to know about bikini hair removal for crossdressers and trans women.
We’ll explore the best hair removal methods, their pros and cons, and important tips you won’t want to miss.
So, let’s get started on achieving a smooth and flawless bikini area!
Shaving
Shaving is a simple and affordable method of removing hair from the bikini area, allowing for convenient at-home hair removal.
Pros:
- Quick and easy hair removal method
- Inexpensive compared to other hair removal methods
- Conveniently done in the comfort of your own home
Cons:
- Potential for razor burn, ingrown hairs, and razor bumps
- Hair regrowth can happen quickly and feel coarse or stubbly
- Requires frequent upkeep to maintain smooth skin
Tips:
- Start with exfoliation: Gently exfoliate the bikini area before shaving to remove dead skin cells and prevent ingrown hairs.
- Use a sharp razor: Ensure you’re using a clean, sharp razor blade to minimize irritation and achieve a closer shave.
- Shave in the direction of hair growth: Shave in the same direction as hair growth to reduce the likelihood of razor burn and ingrown hairs.
- Moisturize afterward: Apply a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer after shaving to soothe and hydrate the skin.
Waxing
Waxing is a popular method for MTF bikini hair removal, offering longer-lasting results compared to shaving. It can be done at home or by a professional.
Pros:
- Results last longer than shaving
- Slower hair regrowth, often resulting in finer hair
- No more shaving nicks or cuts
Cons:
- Can be painful, especially for those with sensitive skin
- Can be expensive, particularly when done at a salon
- Risk of ingrown hairs, especially in the bikini area
Tips:
- Trim hair to a suitable length: Trim bikini hair to about a quarter-inch before waxing for more effective results.
- Test wax temperature: Check the wax temperature on a small area to avoid burns.
- Stretch the skin: Hold the skin taut while applying the wax strip to minimize discomfort and ensure a cleaner removal.
- Apply soothing products: After waxing, apply a soothing gel or aloe vera to calm the skin and reduce redness or inflammation.
Depilatory Creams
Depilatory creams, also known as hair removal creams, dissolve the hair at the skin’s surface using chemicals.
Pros:
- Can be done at home
- Quick and easy hair removal method
- Slower hair regrowth compared to shaving
Cons:
- Chemicals in the cream can cause skin irritation
- Results may not last as long as other methods
- Strong odor
Tips:
- Patch test first: Perform a patch test on a small area to check for adverse reactions or allergies before applying the cream to a larger area.
- Follow the instructions: Read and carefully follow the instructions on the depilatory cream packaging for safe and effective use.
- Apply an even layer: Use a spatula or applicator to apply a smooth, even layer of the cream for full coverage.
- Remove with caution: Gently remove the cream at the specified time using a damp cloth or the provided spatula, avoiding rubbing or scraping the skin.
Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal offers a long-term solution by targeting and destroying hair follicles using laser technology, resulting in reduced hair growth over time.
Pros:
- Long-lasting results
- Less painful than waxing
- Eliminates ingrown hairs
Cons:
- Can be expensive
- Multiple sessions required for optimal results
- Not effective on all hair types and skin tones (especially light hair and dark skin tones)
Tips:
- Consult a professional: Seek a consultation with a licensed professional to determine if laser hair removal is suitable for you and discuss the specific treatment plan.
- Avoid sun exposure: Minimize sun exposure to the bikini area before and after laser sessions to reduce the risk of skin damage or pigmentation changes.
- Shave before treatment: Shave the bikini area a day or two before your laser session to enable effective targeting of hair follicles without burning surface hair.
- Follow aftercare instructions: Adhere to the recommended aftercare instructions provided by the professional, which may involve avoiding hot baths, exfoliation, or specific skincare products to protect the treated area.
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)
IPL is similar to laser hair removal, but it uses a different kind of light. Instead of a concentrated laser beam, IPL uses a broader spectrum of light that isn’t as focused.
Because of this, IPL can cover a larger treatment area, but it takes more sessions since the light is less powerful.
Pros:
- Faster than laser hair removal since it covers a larger area
- Good availability of at-home devices
- Usually less painful than laser hair removal
Cons:
- Requires more sessions compared to laser hair removal
- More risk of irritation due to the broader light spectrum used
- Can only be used on lighter skin tones / darker hair tones
Tips:
- Choose the right device: Invest in a high-quality IPL device that is suitable for your skin and hair type. (The Braun Silk Expert Pro 5 is popular choice among my blog readers.)
- Prepare your skin: Before using IPL, shave your skin to ensure that the IPL light targets the hair follicles directly.
- Follow the treatment schedule: Consistency is key for effective IPL hair removal, so be sure to follow the treatment schedule provided by the manufacturer.
- Protect your skin: After IPL treatment, your skin may be more sensitive to sunlight. Apply sunscreen to the treated areas whenever they are exposed to the sun.
Now let’s hear from you …
As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Take my Bikini Hair Poll and share your favorite transgender / crossdresser bikini hair removal method in the comments below.
Love,
Lucille
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You effectively didn’t speak about epilator machine. It’s something I use and I like.
Another way I use never seen document anywhere is wear latex glove and epilate them manually. The hair grip well on latex glove, so you just pinch them and pull them out. You can also pinch blindless between the thumb and the side of the index and remove fastly by twisting the hands.
In the past , i have used cremes , which burn and smell bad for days.
Then i bought an ipl gun, and used that on my whole body, including my genital region. I only use it about once every two months now a days, as my dark hairs have turned to fine fair hair, and grow much slower, It’s now really easy to epilate the pubis, and inner thigh, and shave my junk.
One method you should mention is sugaring, which is better for your skin than waxing. I go to Humble Bee and get full body sugaring and Alexis, my technician, is obsessive about removing every single hair, and she does Brazillians and the butt crack too, leaving me completely hairless.
I am unable to find or purchase sexy lingerie and panties that are capable of holding my male born genitalia. I am in need of help.
Vee-strings or silicone vagina panty is the best way to keep the male parts hidden. They come in all different styles. I like the silicone vagina panty because they usually include butt enhancements.
Other then LeoLines on Etsy which are for everyday use with out having to do extra tucking. Most of them aren’t sexy but they do the job in holding the bits. Well from my past experience as a trans women when I was pre-op.
I use my epilator on my mons, it keeps it smooth very nicely. I’ve been able slowly to go further and further down with it.
Rikki went for full body laser including face, and worth every penny, if you have.I worked a lot of extra hours for this
What about electrolysis?
Best combined with laser or IPL for the difficult to get hairs.
Pros:
The most permanent option.
Works on all hair and skin types
Cons:
It can really hurt!
Take quiet a few sessions because it is hair by hair
Hi Clare! Good question! Electrolysis generally isn’t recommended for the bikini area since it’s a larger area. However, it could definitely be combined with laser or IPL for hairs that are harder to treat.
Lucille,
I voted full Brazilian, and just upgraded to full body laser hair removal at http://www.milanlaser.com tired of shaving. Tried waxing in the past but found it to be more painfull than laser treatments.
Kristin
You won’t regret it. Hurts a bit at first