When you decide to get laser hair removal for your bikini area, you’re suddenly faced with a menu of options: Brazilian, Hollywood, Bikini Line… what does it all mean? It’s one of the most common areas of confusion, and you’re not alone in wanting a simple, clear explanation.
At Illusion Laser Clinic, we believe in making sure you feel 100% confident and informed about your treatment choice. To cut through the confusion, we’ve answered your top questions one by one, giving you the definitive guide to bikini laser styles.
At Illusion Laser Clinic, clients often pose this query, unaware that a Hollywood includes the removal of all hair. A Brazilian includes almost everything but leaves a small strip or triangle on the front. According to skincare specialists at Illusion Laser Clinic, both treatments cover the entire intimate area, including the labia (inner lips) and the perianal area (bum).
The only anatomical difference is the small patch of hair left for aesthetic preference on the Brazilian.
Skincare experts at Illusion Laser Clinic often explain to clients that the only difference is the small shape of hair left at the front with a Brazilian. A Brazilian leaves a “landing strip” or triangle. A Hollywood leaves nothing. Both treatments typically include removal from the labia and the area between the legs (perineum and around the anus). Basically it all comes to your choice, according to skincare experts at Illusion Laser Clinic:
The Hollywood is total removal, whereas the Brazilian allows for customisation according to skincare specialists at Illusion Laser Clinic. Many clients ask: What’s the difference between Hollywood and Brazilian laser? It comes down to maintenance.
With a Hollywood, there is zero maintenance required at home. With a Brazilian, you will still need to occasionally trim the small strip of hair left on the front to keep it neat, even though the rest of the area is hair-free.
The major difference between bikini area and Brazilian laser hair removal is the scope of the area treated. Bikini treats the outside of the panty line; Brazilian treats everything inside the panty line (excluding a strip).
In terms of area covered, our expert practitioners often point out to clients that Brazilian covers 90% of the area; Bikini covers about 15% of the area. When asking what’s the difference between Brazilian and Bikini laser hair removal, think about coverage.
A Brazilian is a comprehensive treatment that takes longer (usually 20–30 minutes) because we are treating sensitive skin with precision. A Standard Bikini is very quick (5–10 minutes) because we are simply treating the coarse hair on the thigh crease.
According to skincare experts at Illusion Laser Clinic, Bikini Line matches standard knickers; Full Bikini matches a G-string or high-cut swimsuit.
According to skincare experts at Illusion Laser Clinic, the “bikini line” is the area of hair that grows just outside the crease of your upper leg where it meets your torso. For laser hair removal, a standard bikini line treatment typically covers a 2-3 inch area along this crease on both sides, plus sometimes a small amount from the top of the pubic area, to ensure no hair is visible when wearing standard underwear or a bikini.
At Illusion Laser Clinic, when considering a bikini line, our experts strictly confine to hair that would be visible if you were wearing a standard-cut pair of bikini bottoms. It does not involve thinning out the hair on the pubic bone itself; it just cleans up the messy edges.
Often when asked about this, skincare experts at Illusion Laser Clinic underline the importance of the underwear rule. Bikini = On. Brazilian = Off. At Illusion Laser Clinic, for a standard Bikini treatment, we simply tuck paper towels around your knickers to protect them and treat the exposed skin.
For a Brazilian, because we need to access the perianal area and the labia, you will need to remove your underwear completely. If you are shy, start with a Bikini and work your way up!
We hope this guide clears up the confusion. Whether you choose a Standard Bikini or the full Hollywood, our technicians are medical professionals who perform these treatments all day, every day. There is nothing to be embarrassed about.
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