NBR: Bikini wax?

shanatait2be · October 2010

So, I have always wanted to get a bikini wax. I have coarse, black hair and always, always get razor burn and ingrown hairs. NO MATTER WHAT. Plus, in some areas, even after I shave, there are still black "roots" that show under the skin. I have tried all the different lotions, creams, etc out there. None of it does anything to really help. And will NEVER again try Veet. That was pretty brutal. So, on to my question...

For those of you who have had one or get them regularly, how much does it hurt? I get my eyebrows waxed and it doesn't really hurt at all, but I know that is a much more sensitive area. Does it get easier each time? Does it make your hair finer over time?

(BTW, sorry if that was too descriptive about my lady parts. LOL!)

kensbride08 · October 2010

U sounds like we have very similar hair issues, coarse black hair that is still there even when I shave! I used to get regular bikini waxes. It definetly hurts like a mother f-er but I think its worth it. Beware though you may get some ingrowns which are super annoying. It definetly makes the hair finer over time if you keep it up.

I have switched to laser hair removal (pre-pg) and I would totally recommend it over anything else.

Fryday37 · October 2010

thanks for asking this. i also have coarse black hair that is difficult to remove and have been thinking about waxing once i cant see my parts any more. but the pain seems intense! i acidentially pulled a hair out down there and that was bad enough! lol.

KyleTrigger · October 2010

I got the brazilian wax pretty much every 4-6 weeks for 7 yrs and they are the best thing since...coffee. Not sliced bread cause I don't like bread.

For me the pain is not the worst part, the cost is. I will admit the few pulls on your actual "lips" hurt for a sec, or sting actually. But shaving is probably more painful.

I also get ingrown hairs and bumps, etc. I hate shaving! The best part about waxing for me was that after getting it done regularly, my hair was softer, lighter and sparser(sp?)

I would do it if you have the money. It is about 60 dollars per time + tip here in Northern CA.

heartnurse06 · October 2010

I have been waxing for years now, and will NEVER go back to shaving. I swear by it and its honestly addiciting! It may hurt the first few times, esp. now being pregnant, but after a few sessions you get used to it. (Being Italian, I hear you about the course dark hair!)

Even preggers I continue to go monthly. Hope this helps

Quesera · October 2010

It def. hurts like a mofo but it's totally worth it. It will get rid of more hair than your average shave and it's longer before it starts to grow back, plus it's not itchy and painful when it does. I second the pp tho who suggested laser hair removal. This is the way to go if you can afford it.

pamalerjean · October 2010

The pain is way more intense than the eyebrow wax. Especially right before your period. And I got more ingrown hair than I hoped. I switched to laser too.

Kensbride: did you stop the laser for your pregnancy? I've heard from my midwife that it's safe to continue but I would love other opinions...

momatheart · October 2010

I definitely recommend laser hair removal. Who wants to wax for the rest of their life? It does hurt like a mofo! When you figure what you would spend on waxing forever or laser hair removal a few times, it's worth it. I have lasered my face and it's wonderful!

silvermoon2386 · October 2010

I have the same issue, and I'm about to go get waxed. Especially since it's getting harder to see past my belly. It hurts some, but nowhere near as bad as getting a cut down there because I can't see what I'm doing!

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