Bikini Waxing

[Monkeymagic85]

Lycon is a type of hot wax, it’s just the brand. Although I think it’s got more essential oils in it and doesn’t have to get as hot as other brands so more comfortable.

I know that, just meant it's different in the sense it's also the strip itself

 

[CherryAcid]

My advice would be get someone else to do it….

Right!! I can wax my bikini line and a bit more but I cant get a good enough angle to wax anything else and its painful.

 

[milkywaymelon]

So I'm going for a Brazilian tomorrow, the first time in about 3 or 4 years after a bad experience. Any tips on making this less painful girls?

 

[HumphreyB]

Did they use strip wax on you? Having some red bumps under the skin can be quite common for some people post waxing and typically can go away in a few hours. Its hard to know if you had folliculitis or a hive type break out.

For any intimate waxing Id advise using hot wax. As above lycon is an amazing wax. Also love waxperts hot wax, they use a barrier oil on the skin before applying the wax. Causes less trauma to the skin.
Make sure you have a patch test, wear loose clothing including underwear.

 

[Icbaaaa]

I know it varies from person to person but roughly how long can you get from in between waxes? Is it just the more you go, the longer it'll take for the hair to grow back?
I've been getting my legs waxed for a few months now and still having to go monthly due to how fast they're growing

 

[MrsBsDayOff]

Has anyone tried the new Gillette razor for pubic hair? I'm reading mixed reviews online, considering trying it but wondering is it genuinely any better than the regular Venus razors

 

[soph30]

Sugaring is where it's at these days less harsh, natural ingredients etc. Check that out instead of normal wax. I will be using this my method. It also doesn't pull the skin like normal wax, just pulls it the hair only.

I find sugaring more painful as it drags the hair really slowly

 

[louderforthecheapseats]

I’m genuinely wincing thinking about it and I’ve had one done monthly for about the last 20 years

 

[Kim Mild]

Has anyone tried the new Gillette razor for pubic hair? I'm reading mixed reviews online, considering trying it but wondering is it genuinely any better than the regular Venus razors

I've not tried it , but it could just be a different shape from the razors aimed at legs . Like so it's easier to do the harder to get to bits.

 

[lurkingaround123]

Has anyone ever given themselves a bikini/thigh wax?

I've just been reviewing my finances and realised I'm spending a few grand on beauty treatments per year, which I need to cut back on.

I can't decide whether to buy a wax kit and brave trying to do it myself/getting my boyfriend to do it for me, or cut back elsewhere.

 

[Lazarus]

Same for me. I’m having laser now and that’s made a real difference

I’d like to have laser on my neck (hormone imbalance means I have hair growth on my neck and chin). Previously had it on the NHS about 12 years ago and they won’t do it now. The thing that puts me off is having to shave in between sessions and sessions being 6 weeks apart. Is it the same with bikini, I assume?

 

[Chedranian Girl]

I don't suppose anybody here is based around the South West that could recommend a good salon? I've had two waxes ever locally and both times they made me keep my knickers on AND hold my own skin tight which I'm guessing isn't the done thing from a good salon, judging by the comments here! I'd love to have a proper pamper in the new year!

 

[BettyCrockerr]

Sensitive question: is waxing ok for *ahem*, mature women? I'm 57, and I'm heartily sick of shaving. I like swimming, but I'm very dark-haired and it's a nightmare trying to remove it from everywhere. I'm fairly "bendy" for my age, but trying to shave right underneath is getting more awkward as the years pass. Not to mention that my eyes are going and I can't see what I'm doing in the shower!
(Sorry if it's TMI, but this seems like a safe space! )

Anyone can have a wax. Not sure what you think being 57 would stop you??

 

[Rosie878]

I really want to get a Brazilian bikini wax post lockdown. Previously I’ve had quite tame bikini waxes with underwear left on and have experienced angry red spots in the areas that have been waxed. I’ve got fair, freckly skin and wonder if I’m just not the right skin type to tolerate such an invasive wax. Or would a specialist bikini waxer (using Perron Rigot wax) be ok?

Would really appreciate hearing others experiences!

 

[CherryAcid]

So you know if it’s longer than a grain of rice, do they trim before they wax?!

Mine was longer than that and it definitely hurt more because of that. It was bearable but I was sweating a bit ha

 

[MrsBsDayOff]

Likely a really stupid question from me here but... Do you wear no knickers while they do the wax, not even disposable ones?
Does the therapist see your vagina?

I've always shaved in the summer pre bikini, but I inevitably get angry red bumps and sick of it. I'm very hairy and dark - must be my Mediterranean heritage

 

[JupiterRising6]

Ooh I've just stumbled across this and have a question as a waxing novice... I really want a decent Brazilian wax however I can be a bit jumpy and when I went for a wax about 10 years ago the therapist had me hold my skin taut but my jumpiness made me let go is it the norm to have to hold skin taut or is there any way around this?

I know this may sound ridiculous but it's stopped me going back for the last decade, the therapist stopped part way through last time because I just (involuntarily) letting go of my skin.

 

[MrsBsDayOff]

I’m going to assume it’s just a razor? And the whole “it’s for public hair” thing is just marketing spin?

Yep that's what I'm cynical about. They have launched some new lotion with it and marketing it heavily. Still too scared to get a brazilian so dreading using a razor again for my hols, nasty red bumps on bikini line

 

[louderforthecheapseats]

I've never had hot wax so can't comment, what I would say is go somewhere that uses lycon waxing, the wax becomes the strip and I have never had any problems with soreness or anything afterwards (I go the whole hog and get a Hollywood).

Perhaps try some cortisone cream or one of the products specifically for irritation from waxing.

Wishing you and your foof a speedy recovery

Lycon is a type of hot wax, it’s just the brand. Although I think it’s got more essential oils in it and doesn’t have to get as hot as other brands so more comfortable.

 

[it’s not been changed?!]

Reigniting this thread. I want to have a bash at giving myself a Brazilian. I’ve only ever used the pre waxed strips before. Please can anyone give any advice and pointers on what to wax to buy etc