Can we discuss waxing?

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I'm tired of paying $60 every 4 weeks for a brazillion. Can I afford it, technically yes. I have other goals though that the money would be better applied to. I've tried shaving, ever day and every other day, both end up hurting and with nasty red bumps despite creams that help. I gave it two weeks. I am now using an electric razor, but it's not a close shave, do I need a more expensive one? I have sensitive skin and hair removing lotions scare me in that area, but are they a good option? Help me MM!

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Jul 27, 2014 13:48:41 GMT -5 @sfgal530 said:

What color hair and skin do you have?

If you have dark hair and light skin, you're a perfect candidate for laser hair removal. I did it and love it.

I'm blonde and very fair skinned or I would totally do laser hair removal everywhere.

[h]

I wax my own bikini line. I know that most people think that's crazy, but I don't find it that hard.

[hbomdiggity]

Jul 27, 2014 13:55:31 GMT -5 h said:

I wax my own bikini line. I know that most people think that's crazy, but I don't find it that hard.

Same here. It's really not that hard, it's a fraction of the cost, and takes maybe 15mins vs having to make an appt around so done else's schedule (why I am way overdue on my brows).

ETA: I do more than bikini line. It's not always a perfect Brazilian, but I don't really leave anything but the landing stip.

[Raggedeannie]

I have an epilator that I use down there. If you are ok with a little ouch, it works fine. I use on the bikini line only, not allllll the way.

[ddi741]

I only do a bikini wax. $30 every 4 weeks. Could you do something like that in lieu of Brazilian?

[sunnysally]

Do you have an European Wax Center near you? Their prices are lower and you can buy in bulk reducing the price even more. I find their wax to be more comfortable than at other places, as well.

[Deleted]

I need it totally clean. It's my preference by far. I think it goes with my need to keep everything clean and orderly. I'll check into DIY and if there is an European Wax in my area.

[starburst]

I DIY. I bought a Gigi hard wax kit off of Amazon for $30-$40. There's definitely a learning curve, but it gets easier. It's so much cheaper than going to the salon.

[LoveTrains]

Can you push it out a little longer than 4 weeks? When I used to get waxed in that area, I went every 6 weeks and it was fine.

[gumi]

Am I the only one who uses an epilator? I think it gets just as smooth and after the initial purchase, it's free.

ETA: Guess I should mention I leave a strip though. 

[starlily]

Jul 27, 2014 16:44:43 GMT -5 LoveTrains said:

Can you push it out a little longer than 4 weeks? When I used to get waxed in that area, I went every 6 weeks and it was fine.

This is what I was wondering as well. After getting into a routine, you should be able to stretch it out to 6-8 weeks.

[lasagnasshole]

Jul 27, 2014 14:57:20 GMT -5 @ruralrabbit1 said:

I need it totally clean. It's my preference by far. I think it goes with my need to keep everything clean and orderly. I'll check into DIY and if there is an European Wax in my area.

I hate to be nitpicky, but please say you need to keep it bare, not clean. 

I don't care what people do with their pubes, but can we please stop with the idea that they're dirty? 

[LoveTrains]

Jul 27, 2014 16:54:23 GMT -5 starlily said:

Jul 27, 2014 16:44:43 GMT -5 LoveTrains said:

Can you push it out a little longer than 4 weeks? When I used to get waxed in that area, I went every 6 weeks and it was fine.

This is what I was wondering as well. After getting into a routine, you should be able to stretch it out to 6-8 weeks.

Now that you mention it, I might have even gone every 8 weeks. But whatever it was, it wasn't 4 weeks. It's much more MM that way! 

[Mushe]

Jul 27, 2014 17:12:25 GMT -5 LoveTrains said:

Jul 27, 2014 16:54:23 GMT -5 starlily said:

This is what I was wondering as well. After getting into a routine, you should be able to stretch it out to 6-8 weeks.

Now that you mention it, I might have even gone every 8 weeks. But whatever it was, it wasn't 4 weeks. It's much more MM that way! 

Same here! I do 6 weeks now, and it's fine. I've bought the 12 pack to European Wax twice now. I think it works out to ~$35/visit, and then I tip each time.

[DirtySouth]

Definitely look into places that do only Brazilian Wax. My first Brazilian was $60 at a spa, then I learned about a waxing place in a strip mall that does a good job for $30. Waxing places like this are all over Atlanta now, and I'd imagine most metro areas have them. I get a $30 Brazilian (plus tip) every six weeks.

[azurely]

Ditto the others who suggested going less often. I go every 5-6 weeks and I'm trying to push it out to 6 each time to save $$. I'm sure I could do it at home, but it's just so much easier to pay someone else to do it who knows what they are doing. And now that I'm pregnant, I'm not sure DIY would be an option for a few months.

[azurely]

Jul 27, 2014 19:29:02 GMT -5 DirtySouth said:

Definitely look into places that do only Brazilian Wax. My first Brazilian was $60 at a spa, then I learned about a waxing place in a strip mall that does a good job for $30. Waxing places like this are all over Atlanta now, and I'd imagine most metro areas have them. I get a $30 Brazilian (plus tip) every six weeks.

This is a good suggestion too. I go to a local place and it's only $38 plus tip.

[Deleted]

I've used Nair a handful of times and it worked just fine. They have different kinds intended for different parts of the body, so just make sure you are getting the right one

I transitioned to shaving and it's been working out fine. I used to always have razor burn/ingrown hairs when I did that, but I think your skin adjusts after a while and I don't have that issue anymore. I just make sure to keep up with it (which sometimes means 1-2 times a week, not daily) so I do get some stubble in between but keeping up with it cuts down on irritation I think. I just use a regular razor, I can't recall what it's called, but it's one where you can get refills at Costco if that helps.

I've only been waxed once and got a lot of ingrowns from that too, so I think your body adjusts to whatever you do.

[orangeblossom]

Jul 27, 2014 16:48:02 GMT -5 gumi said:

Am I the only one who uses an epilator? I think it gets just as smooth and after the initial purchase, it's free.

ETA: Guess I should mention I leave a strip though. 

I have one, but I'm scared to use it. I just use the shaver attachment instead

I will say I did try using the epilator part once, but didn't get very far.

[jennistarr1]

What about Bikini waxes, runs about 25 to 35 in my area, maybe alternate those and Brazilians...

Also, check out groupons and such

I've found places in my area that sell waxing packages...so like 3 Brazilians would be $100 if you pay upfront.

[pbutter]

Also, watch for Groupons. I have found a lot of good deals that way.

[calico]

I've used my epilator on the bikini line and the upper area, but I would never even try to do the lower more sensitive areas. Hell no. I'm also not a good candidate for laser removal, so I just suck up the $50 every 6 weeks.

[mcfelix]

@sfgal530 - how many sessions did it take? I reeeeeally want to get laser hair removal and when I think of how much I spend on waxing, it's more cost effective in the long run to get lasered...