A Brazilian wax is a hair removal method that involves the complete removal of pubic hair from the front of the pubic bone, around the external genitals, between the upper thighs, and even the hair that grows on the thighs or up toward the belly button. It is the most thorough hair removal option for the genital region, and it is preferred by many women for its soft and smooth results. The process can be done with either hot or cold wax, and the waxer may use different types of wax depending on where you go. A Brazilian wax is different from a bikini wax, which only removes hair along the edge of the bikini line, along the thigh, and below the navel. The process can be painful, but some salons use hard wax, which tends to hurt less than soft wax. A Brazilian wax can leave a small strip of hair on the mons pubis, which is the top of the pubic bone, but some customers prefer a triangle shape.