In this post, Pinoy Guy Guide contributor, Tim, shares his own experience on bikini wax.

Gone were the old tales when the art of waxing was only reserved for the opposite sex for that hair-free baby feeling. In today’s time, even men – yes, as in us guys – are now opting for a hair-free feeling, ahem, down south.

We do not usually discuss such topics to our guy peers whenever we talk about vanity. But did you know that going hair-free down south has its own advantages? In terms of health, it reduces sweat down south especially when you are exposed to the sun therefore, making you feel more comfortable than ever. Also, in terms of aesthetics, no unwanted hair would be seen when you are wearing just your underwear or swimming trunks. You will look clean, neat and soft. Best of all, it will give emphasis down there.

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Bikini wax only covers hair above the jewel and those that are in our inner thighs. If you want, you can suggest to have all the hair above completely removed, or leave just a little, or have the treasure trail hair waxed or not. In my case though, I refused having my treasure trail waxed.

My experience of Bikini wax was caused by pure curiosity on how it feels like. For first-timers, the typical “ouch and &@*#@” are inevitable. As a matter of fact, I even suggested a minute break from the therapist for each waxed area. It took me almost an hour for the session, and several breaks in-between in order to restore myself.

Words to describe the results thereof are: clean, smooth, soft, and neat.

Note that bikini wax is different from Brazilian wax. Bikini only covers the hair above and that in our inner thighs, while Brazilian covers all hair beneath down under, including those which we are unaware of.

For the PGG readers out there, would you dare to have a bikini/Brazilian wax in order to save yourself from trimming?

Tim is a 19-year-old Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management student, who considers himself as a modern Pinoy, and a great appreciator of male fashion. Tim hopes to share his experiences, and help the timid guys to get out of their old comfort zones in order to experience the zest that comes within a modern Pinoy.

*The contributor had his treatment done in Lay Bare. www.lay-bare.com

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They’re everywhere.

In Hollywood, in basketball games, on MTV and even in Pinoy reality shows.

Its the return of the FACIAL HAIR fad. Yes. I call it a fad because I can’t imagine it going on for a couple more months. I know, I know. Some of you might argue that its the look that best suits the weather in the US these days. But I’ve seen this look since the start of last year. It might be a long enduring fad because it requires time for you to grow a beard! But for now, yes – its the latest fashion trend for men and I still consider it a fad.

Goatee, or a full beard? Moustache or simply semi-scruffy shaven?

Regardless of how you shave your facial hair – you have to consider a few basic rules to pull it off: Soft jawlines should be flattered with a beard or goatee shape, while rounded stubble will disguise a strong chin. If you have a very round face (read: fat), beards and carefully maintained moustaches should do the trick.

But one thing I noticed though, not all Filipinos have the genetics to actually grow one. Maybe I should conduct a survey to find out. But one thing’s for sure, its a trend in the US these days and soon enough, Filipinos who are capable of growing beards will follow suit.

Here’s a bunch of guys who is rocking them pretty well:

Ryan Reynolds
Justin Timberlake
Robert Downey Jr.
Lebron James
Kanye West
Johnny Depp
Hugh Laurie a.k.a. Dr. House
Patrick Dempsey of Grey’s Anatomy
Ryan Seacrest
Jake Gyllenhaal
Heath Ledger
Christian Bale
The guys from HBO’s Entourage

So, do you think Pinoys would also try to achive this look in the near future?

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