New Jersey is showing a little too much concern for its citizens. The state Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling is moving toward a ban on genital waxing after two women reported being injured in their quest for a smooth bikini line.

Both women were hospitalized for infections following so-called “Brazilian” bikini waxes; one of the women has filed a lawsuit, according to Jeff Lamm, a spokesman for New Jersey’s Division of Consumer Affairs, which oversees the cosmetology board.

Bikini waxes would still be allowed under the ban. Genital waxing can be dangerous in that the hot wax can tear delicate skin, causing infections , ingrown hairs and rashes, according to skin care experts.

This is going to hurt the local Salon industry like never before. It’s also going to hurt customers, who will have to travel in order to satisfy their hair-free fetish. NJ is planning on legalizing marijuana, yet they want to make Brazilian waxes illegal…Can’t have your cake and eat it too.

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