Ultimate Guide to Bikini & Brazilian Wax Shapes
Not sure whether to ask for a Landing Strip, a French, or a full Hollywood? This visual guide walks through every bikini and Brazilian shape we offer at Magical Waxing® Atlanta — what gets removed, what stays, and which style fits your lifestyle.
Bikini Wax Shapes
Classic Bikini
MildJust the panty line — nothing more.
- Removes:
- Hair outside a standard bikini bottom (sides and top).
- Leaves:
- Everything inside the panty line untouched.
- Best for:
- First-timers, anyone who only wants a clean swimsuit line.
- Upkeep:
- Every 4–6 weeks.
Extended (Full) Bikini
MildClassic + an inch or two deeper on the sides and top.
- Removes:
- Panty-line hair plus extra width on the sides and top triangle.
- Leaves:
- The labia and back fully covered.
- Best for:
- High-cut swimwear, smaller underwear, low-rise leggings.
- Upkeep:
- Every 4 weeks.
Brazilian Wax Shapes
French Bikini
ModerateBrazilian with a landing strip — nothing taken from the back.
- Removes:
- Front, sides, and labia.
- Leaves:
- A vertical strip in the front. Back is left alone.
- Best for:
- Clients who want a clean front but aren't ready for full back removal.
- Upkeep:
- Every 3–4 weeks.
Brazilian (Landing Strip)
ModerateEverything off — except a thin vertical strip in front.
- Removes:
- Sides, labia, perineum, and buttocks.
- Leaves:
- A neat 1–2 inch strip above the pubic bone.
- Best for:
- The most-requested Brazilian — clean, low-maintenance, still a little hair.
- Upkeep:
- Every 3–4 weeks.
Brazilian Triangle
ModerateLanding strip's wider cousin — small triangle on top.
- Removes:
- Everything except a small triangle of hair on the pubic bone.
- Leaves:
- A trimmed triangle in front.
- Best for:
- Clients who want a touch more coverage than the strip.
- Upkeep:
- Every 3–4 weeks.
Hollywood (Full Brazilian)
Intense100% bare — front, back, everything.
- Removes:
- All pubic, labia, perineum, and gluteal hair.
- Leaves:
- Nothing.
- Best for:
- Maximum smoothness, athletes, hot weather, sensitive skin prone to ingrowns.
- Upkeep:
- Every 3–4 weeks.
Custom Shape
ModerateHearts, lightning bolts, initials — your call.
- Removes:
- Whatever you ask for.
- Leaves:
- A custom design (we'll sketch it first).
- Best for:
- Special occasions, bachelorette parties, anniversaries.
- Upkeep:
- Every 3 weeks to keep the shape crisp.
How to Choose the Right Shape
- Match it to your underwear. Thongs and high-cut swim? Go French or Brazilian. Briefs and boyshorts? A Classic or Extended Bikini is plenty.
- Decide how much hair you want left. Bare is bare — there's no in-between with a Hollywood. The Landing Strip and Triangle keep a small amount of hair if going fully bare feels like too much.
- Factor in pain tolerance. The labia and back are more sensitive than the front. If it's your first wax, a Brazilian with a Strip is the gentlest entry into full Brazilians.
- Plan your maintenance. Brazilians need a visit every 3–4 weeks to stay smooth. Bikini lines stretch to 4–6 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a bikini wax and a Brazilian wax?
A bikini wax only removes hair outside your underwear line. A Brazilian removes hair from the front, labia, and (usually) the back. The Brazilian is more thorough and longer-lasting between visits.
Which Brazilian wax shape is most popular?
The Brazilian Landing Strip is the most-requested shape at Magical Waxing® Atlanta — it's clean, low-maintenance, and leaves a small amount of hair so it doesn't feel completely bare.
Can I change my Brazilian wax shape between visits?
Absolutely. Tell your esthetician at the start of your appointment — they'll adjust before the first strip goes on. You can also grow it out and reset entirely.
Does the Hollywood (full Brazilian) hurt more than a landing strip?
Slightly, because we're removing more hair — including the more sensitive labia and back. But with Italian hard wax, most clients rate visit one a 5/10 and visit three a 2/10.
How do I choose the right Brazilian wax shape?
Think about three things: how much hair you want left, your underwear style, and your pain tolerance. Start with the Landing Strip if you're unsure — it's the best balance of clean and comfortable.
Ready to book your shape?
Tell your esthetician which shape you'd like at the start of your appointment — we'll confirm before the first strip goes on.