The five best Brazilian waxes in London

As the heat wave is looking like it’s here to stay, don’t get caught short in your swimsuit. We’ve tried and tested the most efficient, pain-free hair remover pros in the capital that strip celebrities and mere mortals, all without the ouch. You’re welcome.

1. Emily at Strip Wax, Hot BK Hollywood Wax, £52
Where: 112 Talbot Road, Notting Hill, London W11 1JR
Tel: 020 3733 5442
With decor worthy of The World of Interiors and TV screens that play Sex and the City, means you don’t have to partake in small talk with legs akimbo. Plus, as their name denotes – they’re masterly at stripping all those stray hairs.
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2. Nadiya Bekar Hill at Four London, Brazilian/Hollywood £50
Where: 62 Conduit Street, Mayfair, London W1S 2GB
Tel: 020 7297 9600
Supermodels turn to Nadiya before bikini shoots, but she also tends to us regular people too. Her USP? She is FAST. She can perform a bikini wax in less than 15 minutes, so fits perfectly into your busy, busy schedule.
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3. Otylia Roberts at Gielly Green, Brazilian Hot Wax, £54
Where: Gielly Green, 42-44 George St, London W1U 7ES
Tel: 020 7486 5537
She’s the woman who brought Brazilian bikini waxes to the UK – and the person who first waxed us back in the 90s. Her highly trained team efficiently remove every stray hair, so you’re bikini ready in a flash with minimal discomfort.
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4. Renata at The Ned Club Spa, Brazilian / Hollywood, £54
Where: The Ned Hotel, 27 Poultry Bank, London EC2R 8AJ
Tel: 020 3828 2050
The spa is located in a bank-turned-hipster hotel, and has the same individual and kitsch vibe. Therapist, Renata’s friendly demeanour means waxing is always a pleasure, plus you can stay for a glass of Prosecco and use the pool (at extra charge). The most blissful hair-pulling we’ve ever encountered.
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5. Wax in the City, Brazilian / Hollywood, £47
Where: 370 King’s Road, London SW3 5UZ
Tel: 020 7352 4777
The beauty of this salon is you don’t need to schedule an appointment, you can simply download an app, and check when the next free slot is available. Plus it’s no-nonsense Germany efficiency in the de-fuzzing department; hygienic looking treatment rooms and their pain-free honey-based formula is all highly appreciated when laid on our backs.
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