For this reason, some people choose to go the waxing route.

Waxing lasts longer than shaving (viaElle), with results lasting weeks rather than days.

Bikini or Brazilian?

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The remainder of the hair on the pubic area is generally left alone.

Instead, a Brazilian wax removes all the hair, leaving a fully-bare pubic area.

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