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What is bikini art and how safe is it?
Last reviewed: 01.07.2025
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Intimate design originated in ancient times, for example, Egyptian women made patterns in intimate places using henna, and Roman women dyed their pubic hair.
In Europe, the art of intimate design appeared in the 60s and has since become increasingly popular.
Nowadays, there are many ways to decorate your intimate area, but how safe is it? Let's figure it out together.
Vajazzling
The latest fashion trend. During this procedure, after waxing, the bikini area is decorated with Swarovski crystals. Unfortunately, the sparkling stones only last for a day or two, gradually falling off, so after a few days, it is better to wash off the half-fallen picture.
How dangerous is it? It is unknown how your delicate skin will react to rhinestone glue immediately after waxing. Allergic reactions, rashes and redness are possible. Some doctors advise spending money on sexy lingerie rather than experimenting with your body, especially in such a place.
Painting
You don't have to remove hair in the intimate area, but rather dye it. In this case, you can choose any palette.
How dangerous is it? The skin on the pubis is much more sensitive than on the head, so if you decide to try this experiment, try to find a specialist who will do the job with natural dyes, and be sure to test the reaction to the dye by applying it to other areas of the skin.
Bleaching or bleaching
How dangerous is it? First of all, the idea itself is not the smartest, let's be honest. There are other ways to surprise your partner in bed. But some women still resort to this service. If you are also thinking about it, be careful! This procedure can cause irritation and even chemical burns to the skin.
Brazilian waxing or simply brazilian
Deep epilation in the bikini area. This procedure got its name from the place where such removal of unwanted hair is the norm. This is understandable, because every year we see the bright carnivals of Rio de Janeiro, where girls dance in tiny pieces of material called panties.
How dangerous is it? First of all, it is very painful. Not every man would endure such torment, but what won't you do for the sake of beauty. The most harmless thing that such a procedure can entail is irritation. The next thing is better: skin injuries, ingrown hairs and infections. Choose the salons where the procedures will take place very carefully, because first of all, you are risking your health.
Piercing
Typically the clitoral hood is pierced, but piercing the outer and inner labia is also common.
How dangerous is it? Piercing any part of the body is always risky due to the possibility of infection in the wound. Be sure to react to redness, swelling or puffiness after the procedure and contact a doctor immediately if you notice anything wrong.