How to Use Veet on Your Bikini Area

A hairy bikini line can be really annoying, especially if it’s ruining your look! Fortunately, it’s easy to clean up your bikini line using Veet depilatory cream or wax strips. Before you remove your pubic hair, trim it down to .25 in (0.64 cm) and exfoliate the area. Then, apply your depilatory cream or remove the hair with wax strips.

Things You Should Know

  • Prep your bikini area by trimming your pubic hair and exfoliating around your bikini region. Make sure that your pubic hair is only 0.25 in (0.64 cm) long.
  • Patch test the Veet on a small section of your skin to ensure it doesn't irritate or inflame your skin.
  • Apply Veet depilatory cream to your pubic hair and let it sit for 6 minutes. Get rid of any leftover hairs with a pair of tweezers.
  • Remove pubic hair with Veet wax strips by rubbing the strip in the same direction that your hair is growing.
Method 1
Method 1 of 3:

Preparing Your Bikini Area

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    Trim your pubic hair down to .25 in (0.64 cm) long. Depilatory creams and wax are easiest to use on trimmed hair. Sit in a comfortable position and use a hand mirror to see your pubic hair. Then, use a pair of nail or mustache scissors to cut your pubic hair. Trim your hair until it’s about .25 in (0.64 cm) long, but no shorter.[1]
    • You might want to sit on layered paper towels or a bath towel to catch the excess hair.
    • Wax strips won’t grasp hair that’s shorter than .25 in (0.64 cm) long.
    • Don't use regular-sized scissors to trim your pubic hair. It's safest to use small scissors, such as nail or mustache scissors. Additionally, be very careful when trimming your pubic hair. It's easy to slip and cut yourself.
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    Exfoliate your bikini area 24 hours before you remove your hair. Exfoliating removes dead skin cells and reduces your risk of ingrown hairs.[2] Before you exfoliate, wet your bikini area with warm water. Then, apply a sugar scrub to your bikini area and rub it into your skin. Finally, rinse your skin clean with warm water.[3]
    • To make a simple sugar scrub, combine 3 tablespoons (44 mL) of olive oil, 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of honey, and .5 cup (115 g) of sugar. Stir them until the scrub is consistent.
    • You can purchase a commercial sugar scrub at your local drugstore, beauty supply store, or online.

    Variation: Use an exfoliating glove to exfoliate your pubic area if you prefer. Put on the glove while you're in the shower, then wet the glove and your skin with warm water. Put fragrance-free soap on the palm of your gloves and rub your pubic area to exfoliate your skin.

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    Do a patch test on a small area 24 hours before you use the Veet. Both depilatory cream and wax can irritate your skin or trigger an allergic reaction. To make sure it’s okay to use on your skin, apply a small amount of depilatory cream or a wax strip to a small area 24 hours before you plan to remove your hair. Pick a spot that’s on the edge of your bikini line. Then, watch the area for a reaction over the next 24 hours.[4]
    • If you’re using wax strips, you may want to trim the strips to make it easier to test it on your skin. Use scissors to cut off a piece of a wax strip. Then apply it to your test area.
    • Test the product after you exfoliate your skin.

    Warning: If you notice extreme redness, itching, burning, or swelling, don’t use the Veet product to remove your hair. Your skin might be too sensitive for the product.

Method 2
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Applying Veet Depilatory Cream

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    Make sure you get Veet that's labeled for use on your bikini area. Veet has different types of depilatory cream for different parts of your body. Since the skin around your bikini area is typically very sensitive, it’s important to get the right type of Veet. Read the product label to verify that it says it’s safe to use on your bikini area.[5]
    • The correct cream will likely say “Bikini” on the front and may have a picture of a bikini area.
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    Apply the cream to your bikini area using the applicator or your hand. Your bikini area includes the skin on the outside of your panty line. If your cream came with an applicator, put a small amount of cream onto the applicator tip, then smooth it onto your bikini area. If it doesn’t have an applicator, squeeze a small amount of Veet into your palm. Then, slather the cream onto your bikini area. Be careful to avoid your genital area.[6]
    • Check that your entire bikini area is covered with cream.
    • Depending on the type of panties or bathing suit that you wear, you may want to remove hair that's typically within your panty lines, as well. If so, apply the Veet to the entire area you want to be free of hair.
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    Wipe away a small area after 3 minutes to test it. Wait at least 3 minutes for the cream to work. Then, use a washcloth to wipe off a small spot. Check to see if the hair comes off easily. When the hair comes off with the Veet, it’s time to wipe off the cream. If the hair isn’t coming off, let the cream sit for another minute, then check it again.[7]
    • Check the cream every minute until you reach the maximum amount of time that you can leave it on your skin.

    Tip: Wait 5 minutes if you’re using Veet for sensitive skin, as it typically takes longer to work.

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    Leave Veet for normal skin on your bikini area for up to 6 minutes. The amount of time that the cream will take to work varies. Use a timer to make sure that you don’t leave the cream on longer than 6 minutes, even if your hair isn’t coming off. If you leave the cream on for too long, it can burn or irritate your skin.[8]
    • Check the label on the product you bought to verify how long you’re supposed to let the cream set.

    Variation: If you’re using Veet cream for sensitive skin, let it sit for up to 10 minutes.

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    Use a washcloth to wipe the Veet and your pubic hair off your skin. Place a dry washcloth over your palm. Then, position your hand at the lower end of your bikini line and slowly wipe up toward your pelvis. Make several swipes to remove all of the Veet, which should take your pubic hair with it.[9]
    • If you’re in the shower, you might rinse off the washcloth between swipes. If you trimmed your pubic hair, this shouldn’t clog up your drain.
    • If you don’t want to rinse your washcloth in the shower, get a new washcloth if the first one is covered with Veet and hair.
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    Wash off the residue of the cream using warm water. Splash warm water over your bikini area to wet the area. Then, use your hands or a clean wash cloth to gently clean the area with warm water. Make sure you remove all of the Veet.[10]
    • Don’t scrub your skin right after you use Veet because it might cause irritation.
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    Use tweezers to remove any stray hairs that remain. You may have a few stray hairs left on your bikini area. If this happens, pluck them out with a pair of tweezers to get your bikini area totally smooth.[11]
    • Wash your tweezers after you use them on your bikini area.
    • If you have a lot of stray hairs, it might be best to try a different hair removal method. For instance, try shaving the remaining hairs.
Method 3
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Using Veet Wax Strips

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    Lay out a towel for you to sit on while you wax. Drape a clean bath or beach towel over your bed or the floor. Then, sit in the center of the towel while you do your waxing. This will protect the surface of your bed or the floor.[12]
    • Choose a towel that you don’t mind damaging. While it’ll probably wash clean, it’s best to avoid getting wax on a towel that you really like.
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    Sit in a comfortable position with your legs spread open. Sit down and lean slightly back. Then, spread your legs open so that you can see your bikini area. Adjust your body so that you can easily access your bikini area without being uncomfortable.[13]
    • Use a hand mirror to help you see your bikini area more easily.
    • You may need to change positions while you work so that you don’t get uncomfortable and your legs don’t go to sleep.
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    Rub a Veet wax strip between your hands to warm it up. Place a wax strip between your palms. Then, rub your hands together for 5-10 seconds to warm up the wax. This makes it easier to pull the strips apart and activates the wax.[14]
    • It’s okay to rub the wax strip for a little longer if it still feels cold.
    • The wax should feel about room temperature or slightly warm. It won’t be hot.

    Tip: You don’t need to rub Veet Easy-GelWax strips unless you just prefer to warm them up. They will work even while they’re cold.[15]

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    Peel the strips apart and set them on the towel wax-side up. Grasp the ends of the wax strips with 1 side in each hand. Then, slowly pull on the strip tabs to separate them. After they’re separate, lay the strips on your towel with the wax facing up.[16]
    • Each of the wax strips in the package is actually 2 wax strips that are stuck together. You will need to apply each of the strips 1 at a time.
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    Apply 1 of the strips to your skin. Grasp the end of 1 of the wax strips to pick it up. Then, place the wax strip over the outer edge of your bikini line. Make sure the strip is straight, then press it down onto your skin and hair stubble.[17]
    • If you prefer to start on the inside of your bikini line, you can do that if you prefer.

    Tip: Apply 1 strip at a time and remove it before applying another strip. This will help you manage your discomfort since you won't be pulling all of the strips off at once. Additionally, it's best not to leave the strips on your skin for too long because they can stick to your skin, which might cause skin damage when you remove them.

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    Rub the strip 3-4 times in the direction of your hair growth. Once the wax strip is on your skin, press down on the strip with your palm. Then, make 3-4 passes over the strip in the direction of your hair growth. This will help the wax stick to your hair.[18]
    • The strip should feel securely attached to your skin after you rub it.
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    Hold your skin taut so that it’s easy to pull off the strip. The strip won’t come off as easily if your skin is loose. Additionally, it might be more painful to remove the strip if your skin isn’t tight. Use your non-dominant hand to pull the skin near your bikini area taut before you remove the strip.[19]
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    Grasp the end of the wax strip and rip it off. Use your dominant hand to grab the end of the wax strip. Then, quickly remove the strip in the opposite direction of your hair growth. Pull the strip backwards rather than upwards to remove your hair without damaging your skin.[20]
    • The strip needs to come off in 1 quick motion to effectively remove your hair.
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    Continue applying wax strips until your entire bikini area is hair-free. After you remove the first wax strip, move to the area next to it and apply a new strip. Rip off that strip, then move to the next hairy spot. Work your way around your bikini area to remove all of the hair.[21]
    • Some people reuse the same wax strip 2-3 times. This works best if the strip isn't full of hair.
    • It's okay to put a wax strip over an area that you've already waxed. In some cases, you might even want to wax an area twice if some hair remains. However, don't apply another wax strip to an area that's red or irritated.
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    Wipe off the excess wax using the cloths provided in the box. Veet waxing products typically come with wet wipes that remove excess wax. After you’re finished waxing, use the cloths to remove any wax that remains on your skin. Then, rinse the area clean with warm water.[22]
    • If you run out of wax removing cloths, use olive oil to remove any wax that remains. Soak a cotton swab in olive oil, then wipe the area that still has wax.

Expert Q&A
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  • Question
    How can I prevent and treat ingrown hairs on my bikini area?
    Melissa Jannes
    Melissa Jannes
    Licensed Esthetician & Brazilian Wax Educator
    Melissa Jannes is a Licensed Esthetician and the owner of Maebee's Beauty Studio in Philadelphia, a single practitioner space providing quality services with individualized attention. Melissa is also a National Educator for Universal Companies. She received her esthetics degree at The Beauty School of Middletown in 2008 and is licensed in both New York and Pennsylvania. Melissa won the "Best of Beauty" award from Allure magazine in 2012 for the quality of her bikini waxing.
    Melissa Jannes
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    At home, what you can do is keep the area clean and dry, exfoliate a couple times a week, and maybe use a specialized serum or cream specifically for ingrown hairs.

Warnings

  • Veet might cause an allergic reaction. If you notice redness, swelling, and itching, rinse off the product immediately and call your doctor.[27]
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  • Avoid scented moisturizers, tanning, and swimming for 24 hours after you use Veet products.[28]
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Melissa Jannes
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This article was co-authored by Melissa Jannes and by wikiHow staff writer, Danielle Blinka, MA, MPA. Melissa Jannes is a Licensed Esthetician and the owner of Maebee's Beauty Studio in Philadelphia, a single practitioner space providing quality services with individualized attention. Melissa is also a National Educator for Universal Companies. She received her esthetics degree at The Beauty School of Middletown in 2008 and is licensed in both New York and Pennsylvania. Melissa won the "Best of Beauty" award from Allure magazine in 2012 for the quality of her bikini waxing. This article has been viewed 135,936 times.
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