A ladies only question

actionfigurestepho · Post by **actionfigurestepho** » Sun Aug 21, 2005 4:40 pm

I have a question that's JUST for the ladies on the forum. I'm going to go ahead and waste some space so it doesn't turn up on the front page!!!

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Since the price of razor blades has gone up so much, I'm rebelling by switching to waxing. The problem is last time I did it, I got some comically bad results. I am assuming that is because I did it wrong.

1. Is there a hair length that makes the results less patchy?

2. Which product is the easiest to use and gives the smoothest results? I tried a roll-on wax last time---did NOT work. Has anyone tried Nads? What about those cold wax strips?

Suggestions? Advice? Please help! Thanks.

robinseggs · Post by **robinseggs** » Sun Aug 21, 2005 4:53 pm

First.............................................................................Where are you removing hair can I ask??? LOL.....

BabyRider · Post by **BabyRider** » Sun Aug 21, 2005 5:31 pm

Yes, the location of the hair is important. The longer it is, the easier it will be to remove. Short hair just doesn't latch on to the wax well. I do like Nads, although it is NOT painless as it claims. Not horrible, but not totally pain-free.

abbey · Post by **abbey** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 12:47 am

Far Rider wrote: I much prefer nair, but it stinks, I also recommend not leaving it on over night, it also burns your skin. One time while removing hair I tried to light up a cigar... and BOOM! the flash was bad, but after diving in the pool I felt better.

The best thing Ive found is lighter fluid and a match, this takes all the hair off quickly, best to have a pool nearbly as well.

Good luck ladies... *pokes tongue out*

Ladies only thread HUH! *stomps off giggling*:mad:You are cracking me up this morning Far:wah: :wah:

lady cop · Post by **lady cop** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 8:35 am

shave? shave what? wax? huh? i wear those 1930's bathing suits, the kind that come to your knees, like the hair. :p

actionfigurestepho · Post by **actionfigurestepho** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 9:09 am

I was actually just talking about my legs...the thought of waxing anywhere...ahem...else kind of fills me with terror! I didn't expect Nads to be pain free, but if it works better than the traditional stuff I'm ready to give it a go. I can't use Nair because I have extremely sensitive skin! It makes me break out in hives, which is infinitely LESS attractive than just letting the legs go au naturel.

babygirl · Post by **babygirl** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 10:30 am

hey well the only advice i can give you is do NOT use veet wax strips the ones for wax virgins, they are leathal and hurt like hell, do not take off any hair and leaves the skin brusied and very sore.:-5

abbey · Post by **abbey** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 10:45 am

What's Nads?

kmhowe72 · Post by **kmhowe72** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 10:45 am

I still have to use a razor . I was never really good at waxing either.

nvalleyvee · Post by **nvalleyvee** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 6:41 pm

i have always heard that "sugaring" is the best. It lasts about 6 weeks BUT your hair needs to be 1/4 inch long. I could never wait that long. Oh yeah - Far - you are not a lady..........

Wolverine · Post by **Wolverine** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 6:53 pm

Far Rider wrote: I much prefer nair, but it stinks, I also recommend not leaving it on over night, it also burns your skin. One time while removing hair I tried to light up a cigar... and BOOM! the flash was bad, but after diving in the pool I felt better.

The best thing Ive found is lighter fluid and a match, this takes all the hair off quickly, best to have a pool nearbly as well.

Good luck ladies... *pokes tongue out*

Ladies only thread HUH! *stomps off giggling*:mad:

yep. they recomend 10 minutes, and they mean it!!:eek:

nvalleyvee · Post by **nvalleyvee** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 6:59 pm

JAB wrote: Sugaring?? :-2

It is sooo much more gentle than the "ripping" action of waxing. Your hair isn't pulled out - it's released from the pores. You only need to get it done (after the first time of 6 weeks growth) every 3 months. Check it out!

Tan · Post by **Tan** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 7:01 pm

I thank my dad for the hairy beast genes he's given me

. I've waxed, shaved, plucked, sugared, creamed, etc...

It's all the same. It all grows back. Unless you spend hundreds or thousands in those lazer hair removal or electrolysis sessions it will disappear. But then you're too old to care or you've spent every cent and effort on that specific part of your body and neglected everywhere else. I don't know, it's winter soon. Yay for pants.

nvalleyvee · Post by **nvalleyvee** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 7:04 pm

Yeah well guess what.........this is sooo

I can't believe I'm going to say it. After I got done with chemo - I started growing chin hair!!!!! Not much but enough to make me feel on the manly side. :-5 :-5

actionfigurestepho · Post by **actionfigurestepho** » Tue Aug 23, 2005 5:59 am

nvalleyvee wrote: Yeah well guess what.........this is sooo

I can't believe I'm going to say it. After I got done with chemo - I started growing chin hair!!!!! Not much but enough to make me feel on the manly side. :-5 :-5

Don't be ashamed! I'm on monoxidil becaues of the kidney stuff and for the first time ever I'm struggling with that, too! I thank the lord it grows in white! It's rather hard to feel feminine when you're plucking your chin.

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Thu Oct 13, 2005 7:01 am

I don't know why I didn't think of this before. Why waste time and money on waxes, sugar, and chemicals. Two words ladies:

Duct Tape!

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Thu Oct 13, 2005 12:05 pm

ACC, You try it first let us know how it feels..!!

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Thu Oct 13, 2005 12:41 pm

Come now. How could it be worse?

Never mind. I don't think I want to know.

orangesox1 · Post by **orangesox1** » Thu Oct 13, 2005 3:04 pm

Goodmorning:-6

I shaved my legs for years and found that works fine for me, I wax other areas, such as top lip and arm pits, but I have wondered why I pay so much for the stips when a roll of duct tape would probably be just as good. I'm going to try it one day and see.

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Thu Oct 13, 2005 7:23 pm

Good ol Duct tape.. used for every thing but DUCTS... I also hear models use it around their waist, and boobs to keep it all tight and in place.. go figure..!! :-3

actionfigurestepho · Post by **actionfigurestepho** » Fri Oct 14, 2005 9:34 am

OUCH! Although now I'm wondering if duct tape might be the one thing on the planet capable of giving me cleavage...

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Fri Oct 14, 2005 5:24 pm

actionfigurestepho wrote: OUCH! Although now I'm wondering if duct tape might be the one thing on the planet capable of giving me cleavage...

*sigh* your lovely ! *shakes head*

actionfigurestepho · Post by **actionfigurestepho** » Sun Oct 16, 2005 11:07 am

Oh come on! Cleavage is like nature's pocket. I'd never lose my car keys again.

Oh and btw, I had to do a Marilyn Monroe impersonation thing today for an event and it's true...duct tape IS very useful for the purpose of shapliness. Not sure I'd use it on my legs though. Leaves a residue.

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Sun Oct 16, 2005 11:10 am

*tsk tsk* The things women put themselves through.

abbey · Post by **abbey** » Mon Oct 17, 2005 10:15 am

The thought of putting duct tape anywhere near my knockers fills me with dread! :-3

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Mon Oct 17, 2005 10:43 am

abbey wrote: The thought of putting duct tape anywhere near my knockers fills me with dread! :-3

Specially if it's that stiff wide silver tape you're talking about...I don't know about 'hair removal' .....I should think it strips your skin off...

minks · Post by **minks** » Tue Oct 18, 2005 7:49 pm

Far Rider wrote: knockers? googling definition....:-3

certainly not what you would find hanging on your front door dear Farlie

Wolverine · Post by **Wolverine** » Wed Oct 19, 2005 6:05 am

oh, to be a roll of duct tape

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Wed Oct 19, 2005 6:33 am

:yh_rotfl

Kathy · Post by **Kathy** » Wed Oct 19, 2005 6:40 am

Ya'll are crackin' me up with the duct tape! OK, you do not apply it directly to your boobs! Put your bra on first and THEN wrap the duct tape onto that.

As far as the hair thing, check and see if any of the salons in your area do waxing. I did my legs for the first time this summer and yes, it hurt, but it was done and over with and I didn't have any stubble until around September (did it in June). It shouldn't cost more than $50.

Accountable · Post by **Accountable** » Wed Oct 19, 2005 12:30 pm

Kathy wrote: Ya'll are crackin' me up with the duct tape!
Duct tape can fix that! :yh_rotfl