How do I prepare myself for my first bikini wax?

I have never had a bikini wax before (have shaved) and am about to go on holiday's. Can anyone tell me what I need to do to prepare for getting a bikini wax. Should I trim my hairs? How painful is it. Some people have told me to take painkillers before hand does this help?

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1) Make sure you have enough hair to wax. 2cm and above is good. The waxer will let you know if its not (call beforehand).

2) Pulling out hundreds of hair follicles is bound to hurt. Yes, it hurts, but its bearable and when its done, you will realise how much it is bearable.

Taking pain killers beforehand is silly. If anything, take them after.

The only thing that hurts when I get it done, is if the hair is too long. Make sure you let the waxer know that its your first time, and you are worried it will hurt.

You need to have 1/4"-1/2" of hair (generally about 2 weeks growth), so if it's longer than that do trim it. It's pretty painful the first time. Don't get waxed just before or during your period. And it doesn't hurt to pop some aspirin about half an hour before your appointment.

The lady who does mine has a good info section on her site: http://www.bellabrazilspa.com/brazilian-wax-faq.html

one word. ALCOHOL.