How to Use Veet Hair Removal Cream & Wax Strips on Your Bikini Area

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Safely remove pubic hair with this quick & easy guide
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Both Veet hair removal cream and waxing strips can be used on your bikini area, leaving your skin hair-free and smooth for date nights and beach vacations. These hair removal products are super easy to use, last longer than shaving, and prevent unsightly razor bumps and ingrown hairs. Read on to learn how to safely use Veet hair removal cream and wax strips on your bikini area, whether you’re going hair-free or perfecting your bikini line!

Things You Should Know

  • Apply a thick, even layer of Veet hair removal cream onto your bikini area. Let it sit for up to 6 minutes, then wipe and rinse the area with warm water.
  • Use Veet wax strips by rubbing the strip in the same direction that your pubic hair grows. Then, rip the strip off in the opposite direction of growth.
  • Patch test the Veet hair removal cream or wax strips on a small section of your skin to ensure it doesn't irritate or inflame your skin.
Method 1
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Applying Veet Hair Removal Cream

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  1. Trim your pubic hair to ¼ in (0.6 cm) long, then wash your bikini area. Depilatory, or hair removal, creams work best on short hair. Just sit in a comfortable position and hold a hand mirror to see your pubic hair. Then, cut your pubic hair ¼ to ½ in (0.6-1.3 cm) long with a clean pair of nail or mustache scissors. Wash your bikini area with soap and water and then pat it dry. [1]

    Warning: Do not use Veet hair removal cream on your bikini area if you have open cuts, scars, or sunburned or irritated skin. Also avoid using it if you have a skin condition like rosacea, eczema, or psoriasis. [3]

  2. Apply a thick, even layer of Veet cream over your pubic hair. Whether you’re cleaning up your bikini line or going entirely bare, squeeze the Veet onto the tip of the applicator that came with the cream. Then, smooth it over all of the pubic hair you want to remove. If your cream didn’t come with an applicator, just slather on the cream with your fingers, making sure not to rub it in. [4]
    • Read your product’s label to verify that it’s safe to use on your bikini area. Veet has different types of depilatory creams for different parts of your body. [5]
    • Do not place the cream on your genitals. This can cause an adverse reaction as this area is extremely sensitive. [6]
    • If you have sensitive skin, use Veet Cream for Sensitive Skin . This cream is only recommended for use on your bikini line.
    • Wash your hands when you’re done applying the cream.
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  3. Check to see if your hair comes off easily after leaving the cream on for 2 minutes. Just take a damp washcloth to wipe away a small spot of cream. If your hair comes off with the Veet, wipe off the rest of the cream. If your hair still isn’t budging, let the cream sit for 1 more minute, then check it again. [7]
    • Check the cream every 1 minute until you reach the maximum amount of time that you can leave it on your skin according to the label directions.
  4. The amount of time that it takes the cream to remove your hair varies. Simply set a timer to make sure that you don’t leave the cream on for longer than 6 minutes, even if your hair isn’t coming off. If you leave the cream on longer than instructed, it can burn or irritate your skin. [8]
    • Check the label on your product to verify how long to leave it on your skin.

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

  5. Place a dry washcloth over your palm. Then, slowly wipe the cream off your body, moving in an upward direction toward your waist. Just make several swipes to remove all of the Veet and your pubic hair. [9]
    • Alternatively, use the applicator that came with your product to remove the cream. Just rinse it off first and then swipe off the cream.
    • If you’re removing the cream in the shower, 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 off your washcloth in the shower or sink, get a new washcloth when the first gets covered with Veet and hair.
  6. To remove all of the Veet residue from your skin, splash warm water over the entire area where you applied the cream. Just use your hands or a clean washcloth to gently wipe down your skin. Then, grab a soft towel and pat your bikini area dry. [10]
    • Don’t scrub your skin right after you use Veet as it can cause irritation.
    • Apply a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer to your dry skin to help calm down any irritation.
  7. After removing the cream and cleaning your bikini area, you might see a few stray hairs that were left behind. Just grab a pair of tweezers and pluck the hairs out 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, gently shave off the remaining hairs.
    • Put on cotton underwear and loose bottoms after you use the hair removal cream to prevent ingrown hairs from forming. [12]
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Using Veet Wax Strips

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  1. To help the wax adhere to your skin and remove your pubic hair, trim it to about ¼ to ½ in (0.6-1.3 cm) long. [13] Just use nail or mustache scissors to cut and a hand mirror to help you see. Then, wash your bikini area with soap and warm water and dry it off with a towel. [14]
    • Wax strips can’t grasp hair that’s shorter than ¼ in (0.6 cm) long.
    • Patch test and exfoliate your skin 24 hours before using Veet wax strips.
  2. To prevent sticky wax and pieces of hair from dirtying your floor, spread out a clean bath or beach towel that you don’t mind getting dirty. Then, sit in the center of the towel and spread your legs open so you can see your entire bikini area. [15]
    • Use a hand mirror to help you see your bikini area more easily.
    • Adjust your position while you work to ensure you stay comfortable and can see the area you’re waxing.
  3. Rub a Veet wax strip between your hands to warm it up. Place a wax strip between your palms and rub your hands together for 5 to 10 seconds to warm up the wax. This activates the wax and makes the strip easier to pull apart. [16]
    • Read the label on your wax strips to ensure they’re safe to use on your bikini area.
    • If you have sensitive skin, use Veet Wax Strips for Sensitive Skin .
    • If the wax still feels cold, rub it a little longer until it feels warm.
    • When the wax is ready, it should feel room temperature or slightly warm, not hot.

    Tip: Veet’s cold wax strips work even while cold, so warming them up is optional. [17]

  4. Each packaged strip contains 2 strips of wax that are stuck together. To wax your bikini area, you apply and remove 1 strip at a time. Just grasp the ends of a wax strip and slowly pull on the tabs to separate them. Then, lay the strips on your towel with the wax facing up. [18]
  5. Pick up the end of the wax strip and place the wax face down over the hair on your inner thigh. Make sure the strip is straight and then press it down onto your skin and hair. [19]
    • Choose to start waxing in a different area, if you prefer. The inner thigh is typically less sensitive than your private areas, so it can help you get used to the feeling of waxing.

    Tip: Applying and removing 1 strip at a time helps you manage any discomfort since you aren’t pulling all of the strips off at once. Plus, it prevents you from keeping the strips on too long and potentially causing skin damage when you remove them.

  6. Press the strip down onto your hair with your palm. Then, make 3 to 4 strokes over the strip in the direction of your hair growth. This helps the wax stick to your hair. [20]
    • The strip should feel securely attached to your skin after you rub it.
  7. When your skin is loose, the strip might be difficult to remove or come off less evenly. Plus, it can make waxing feel more painful. Just use your non-dominant hand to pull the skin below the wax strip taut. [21]
  8. Use your dominant hand to grab the bottom end of the wax strip. Then, quickly pull on the strip in the opposite direction of your hair growth to remove your hair. [22]
    • Rip off the strip in 1 quick, fluid motion to ensure all of your hair is removed.
    • Use your hand to press down on the area you just waxed to help relieve any pain or discomfort. [23]
    • It’s normal to feel some slight stinging when you rip off the strip. This is because the wax is removing your hair at the root, which is just below your skin. [24]
  9. Apply a new strip to the area next to the spot you just waxed. Rip off that strip and then move to the next hairy spot. Simply work your way over your bikini area until all of the hair you want removed is gone. Just avoid waxing the same spot twice, as you can irritate or damage your skin. [25]
    • Cut the strips into smaller shapes that better contour your body to wax hard-to-reach areas.
    • If your wax strip is still sticky and not full of hair, reuse it 2 to 3 more times.
  10. Veet waxing products typically come with wet wipes to remove the excess wax from your skin. Just take a wipe and swipe it gently over your skin. Then, rinse your bikini area with warm water. [26]
    • If you run out of wax removing cloths, use olive oil to remove any remaining wax. Soak a cotton swab in olive oil and then wipe the area that still has wax.
    • Wear loose, cotton underwear and clothing after waxing to prevent any ingrown hairs from forming. [27]
    • Apply a gentle, non-comedogenic moisturizer on your bikini area to help soothe your skin. [28]
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    How can I prevent and treat ingrown hairs on my bikini area?
    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
    Licensed Esthetician & Brazilian Wax Educator
    Expert Answer
    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.
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      Warnings

      • Follow the instructions on the label of your Veet product. Directions can vary from product to product, so consult your label to ensure you’re using Veet correctly.
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      • Do not keep Veet hair removal creams on longer than the recommended time on the label.
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      • Do not use Veet products if your skin is broken from wounds or scars, or sensitive from acne, sunburn, or skin conditions like rosacea, eczema, or psoriasis. [31]
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      • The ingredients in Veet products can cause an allergic reaction. If you notice redness, swelling, and itching, rinse off the product immediately and call your doctor. [32]
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      • Avoid using scented moisturizers on your skin or going tanning or swimming 24 hours after you use Veet products. [33]
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