Just like all other aspects of our bodies, our treasure chests need grooming and some TLC. Aside from proper cleansing methods (from the way we wipe to the way we wash), there are ways to keep the hidden do pretty. To tame the hidden mane there are two major methods known to me; shaving (although I'm not really with that) and waxing.

Let's talk method one: Shaving.

Shaving is easy, budget friendly, and takes little to no time. You are able to "touch up" when need be and take off as much or as little as you'd like. Shaving lasts a few days or so depending on hair growth.

A few things to be mindful of:

1. Using disposal razors only once when grooming below.

2. Shave in the direction of hair growth.

3. Be gentle!


Method Two: Waxing.

Waxing may sound painful, and depending on your pain level can be, but it is so worth it! Beauty is pain. Although it can be pricey, if you are like me and not willing to learn to wax yourself, the results are pretty awesome. Waxing can last a few weeks depending on personal hair growth.

1. If going to an esthetician seek a salon that is reputable, sanitary and has history! (You want someone clean and who has some experience in this field)

2. Don't be afraid to do research! (I have personally read reviews, called salons, gone in to take a look around - especially watching eyebrow waxings if out in the open to and looking at restrooms)

3. If you do go through with a waxing don't be afraid to speak up about what it is you want or how it may feel. In this process make sure your technician isn't double-dipping (that's a BIG no no, GERMS!)

Both processes can be achieved safely and both are acceptable grooming tactics. It's all about preference.

Hi, I'm Viola. I was raised to openly communicate about all things aside from family business with outsiders. I have a vagina and do not mind talking about things that have to do with vaginas, be it health care, grooming, sex . . . well I'm sure you get the picture. So recently, I had a discussion with a friend about Vagisil products. The discussion arose from us being given the wash products along with other women. From some of the statements my friend made I got the impression that she felt the products represented something nasty and she did not want to be associated with it at all. Immediately I reacted. So you mean to tell me you think Vagisil and its' products are a negative thing? I mean hello you have a vagina and I'm sure you take care of it (at least I'd hope). I went into how I understood they have vaginal itch creams and that is something most, if not all of us, are familiar with. I get that the cream kind of has a negative rep for whatever reason. What gave the cream more negative "shine" was the Love & Hip Hop Hollywood episode where Ray J dumped out Teairra Marí's things which included Vagisil cream. That show and scene, ratchet I know, but still it helped my point. The episode prior to that one Ray J's girlfriend Princess tried to put Teairra on blast about having to use the cream as though she were nasty (which it later came out that she used it due to messing around with Ray). However, there wasn't a rise of women backing Teairra and properly caring for her lady parts. Yes I did go there in conversation with my friend.