Epilators

[Mulholland Drive]

I am thinking of going "bald" down below, but am not sure of the best method?

Currently I keep my pubic hair trimmed with an epilator, which is great as it's easy and doesn't create itching.

But now I'd like to be go hairless for awhile, but am unsure about using the epilator. Neither do I want to try a razor as I'm not all that confident about being able to see where I need to cut so to speak.

Really don't fancy waxing either, unless there's no other choice.

Has anyone tried an epilator for that bald look? And will it cause itching/rashes (should I use a moisturiser afterwards?)

Thanks

 

[petitspois]

I think the epilator would be too painful to get it all done tbh. Plus you would risk possible injury at the 'danger zone' area if you know what I mean. I would suggest laser at a reputable salon or wax. There are loads of salons now that just do body waxing so they are experts.

I go to a waxing salon and the poor women there seem to be eye to eye with foof all day waxing and have seen it all!

 

[Greencatfysh]

Brazilian or Hollywood wax - in and out in 10 mins. I cannot imagine how long an epilator would take down there and how painful it would be!

 

[Hendrix]

I use Veet which takes the hair right down to a few mm. Probably not supposed to use it all over your noon but I do and have had no issues with the sensitive Veet.

 

[OutrageouslyScarlet]

I’d bite the bullet and find a really good waxer. There’s very different waxers and types of wax. It’s your best option.

 

[Mulholland Drive]

Okay, looks like I'll seek out a waxer. Although given where I live in the Lake District they're in short supply, especially ones that are still closed due to lockdown.

No huge rush really. But thanks for the tips

 

[Scorpihoe]

so as someone who has been removing my hair for years, this is my verdict.

Shaving - painful and annoying, leaves razor bumps and ingrown hairs. It grows back literally within the hour and my boyfriend said as it was growing back (quote), “it feels like I’m bleeping a cactus”

hair removal cream- good for a quick job, leaves you smooth, smells a bit, grows back quick too (but longer than shaving)

epilator - the most painful thing ever. Honestly my eyes water when I use it on my legs, so I could NEVER use it on my vag

waxing - best option for temporary hair removal. Leaves you total smooth for about 4-5 weeks for me. Only downsides are: lockdown, no places are open. Also it can get expensive if you go to a good place and they use hot wax (not strip wax). Also it’s painful sometimes
im currently considering laser hair removal because if I keep getting waxes, itll end up being the same price as laser

good luck!!! X

 

[Greencatfysh]

so as someone who has been removing my hair for years, this is my verdict.

Shaving - painful and annoying, leaves razor bumps and ingrown hairs. It grows back literally within the hour and my boyfriend said as it was growing back (quote), “it feels like I’m bleeping a cactus”

hair removal cream- good for a quick job, leaves you smooth, smells a bit, grows back quick too (but longer than shaving)

epilator - the most painful thing ever. Honestly my eyes water when I use it on my legs, so I could NEVER use it on my vag

waxing - best option for temporary hair removal. Leaves you total smooth for about 4-5 weeks for me. Only downsides are: lockdown, no places are open. Also it can get expensive if you go to a good place and they use hot wax (not strip wax). Also it’s painful sometimes
im currently considering laser hair removal because if I keep getting waxes, itll end up being the same price as laser

good luck!!! X

Love your bf’s reaction!
I would say though with laser, I did a series of it on my underarms and was taken in with the whole “permanent” nature of it. It’s not permanent - I had my course of it done and was probably hair free for 3-4 months. You’d then need to have another course and then another so it would add up hugely especially if you want a more expansive area done. I bought a home laser kit but couldn’t get on with it as it takes ages. I’ve settled with shaving my legs and underarms and getting a Brazilian wax every 6-8 weeks (in normal times) and that seems the best way to stay smooth!

 

[Scorpihoe]

Love your bf’s reaction!
I would say though with laser, I did a series of it on my underarms and was taken in with the whole “permanent” nature of it. It’s not permanent - I had my course of it done and was probably hair free for 3-4 months. You’d then need to have another course and then another so it would add up hugely especially if you want a more expansive area done. I bought a home laser kit but couldn’t get on with it as it takes ages. I’ve settled with shaving my legs and underarms and getting a Brazilian wax every 6-8 weeks (in normal times) and that seems the best way to stay smooth!

I wax my underarms, and shave my legs. Right now with lockdown I’m using hair removal cream down there while I figure out if I want laser long term.

omg darn hair removal companies, selling me fake advertisements and claiming it’s permanent is it true if you keep getting waxed, eventually the hair just thins overtime? If so, I can get on board with that lol!

 

[CherryAcid]

I have epilated for over 15 years now and although I epilate the sides of my bikini area, theres no way I would use one to take it all off, i think your bits are way to delicate for it. I would buy brazillian wax but if youre not used to doing it you could bruise yourself quite badly. Could you book yourself in for a wax after lockdown? There is that hair removal cream I keep seeing specifically for the delicate areas down there thats got good reviews, the name escapes me but I know Superdrug sell it.

 

[petitspois]

I did have a Philips Lumea at one point and, despite the amazing reviews, it did absolutely nothing for me.

 

[Mulholland Drive]

so as someone who has been removing my hair for years, this is my verdict.

Shaving - painful and annoying, leaves razor bumps and ingrown hairs. It grows back literally within the hour and my boyfriend said as it was growing back (quote), “it feels like I’m bleeping a cactus”

hair removal cream- good for a quick job, leaves you smooth, smells a bit, grows back quick too (but longer than shaving)

epilator - the most painful thing ever. Honestly my eyes water when I use it on my legs, so I could NEVER use it on my vag

waxing - best option for temporary hair removal. Leaves you total smooth for about 4-5 weeks for me. Only downsides are: lockdown, no places are open. Also it can get expensive if you go to a good place and they use hot wax (not strip wax). Also it’s painful sometimes
im currently considering laser hair removal because if I keep getting waxes, itll end up being the same price as laser

good luck!!! X

Gosh, that made me laugh!!

I will probably go with waxing as I have been able to source a couple of places that are open (or will be open after tomorrow I think) and do muffs. Am not bothered about cost, although the idea of the pain is always what makes me wince.

I only took an interest in going smooth quite recently because my g/f had hers done a couple of weeks ago by wax, and it looked really quite "fetching", shall we say.

I will ask her on Zoom tonight if her muff has now become a "bleeping cactus!" yet

Thanks, ladies

 

[CherryAcid]

Let us know how you get on, I have been wanting a wax for ages but keep wimping out at getting my bits out.

 

[Scorpihoe]

Gosh, that made me laugh!!

I will probably go with waxing as I have been able to source a couple of places that are open (or will be open after tomorrow I think) and do muffs. Am not bothered about cost, although the idea of the pain is always what makes me wince.

I only took an interest in going smooth quite recently because my g/f had hers done a couple of weeks ago by wax, and it looked really quite "fetching", shall we say.

I will ask her on Zoom tonight if her muff has now become a "bleeping cactus!" yet

Thanks, ladies

you have to come back and update us how you found it!! In my opinion hot wax is way better than strip wax, it’s less painful and apparently lasts longer, and it’s only a bit extra

It is painful at first but you get used to it after a while! I hope your girlfriend loves it!

Let us know how you get on, I have been wanting a wax for ages but keep wimping out at getting my bits out.

this used to put me off too, but a lady told me she sees multiple vaginas a day and has seen it all before lol, so that made me feel a bit more comfortable

 

[CherryAcid]

you have to come back and update us how you found it!! In my opinion hot wax is way better than strip wax, it’s less painful and apparently lasts longer, and it’s only a bit extra

It is painful at first but you get used to it after a while! I hope your girlfriend loves it!



this used to put me off too, but a lady told me she sees multiple vaginas a day and has seen it all before lol, so that made me feel a bit more comfortable

I know this and I know I will be fine once I've done it but I'm so awkward I'll probably have a whole conversation planned in my head about what to say as she spreads my bits out

 

[Scorpihoe]

I know this and I know I will be fine once I've done it but I'm so awkward I'll probably have a whole conversation planned in my head about what to say as she spreads my bits out

oh to avoid this I say “do you mind if I go on my phone and play a game to distract myself? Just to not focus on the pain!” But it’s really because I don’t want to make awkward conversation

 

[Mulholland Drive]

I know this and I know I will be fine once I've done it but I'm so awkward I'll probably have a whole conversation planned in my head about what to say as she spreads my bits out

I will try to imagine it will be just like having a smear test. Actually, do they put you in stirrups with legs in the air? I also hope we go into a private room? And do they go anywhere near your bumhole? Not that I have any hairs down there. (Jeez, am I really talking about this at tea time? lol)

 

[CherryAcid]

I will try to imagine it will be just like having a smear test. Actually, do they put you in stirrups with legs in the air? I also hope we go into a private room? And do they go anywhere near your bumhole? Not that I have any hairs down there. (Jeez, am I really talking about this at tea time? lol)

See I find smears awkward too but its over in like a minute. Its that initial moment you spread your legs that gets me haha I've never had my legs in stirrups thankfully.
From the people I know who have had it done they do everywhere so yes they check your bum too.

 

[Mulholland Drive]

this used to put me off too, but a lady told me she sees multiple vaginas a day and has seen it all before lol, so that made me feel a bit more comfortable

So the lady can quite categorically say to her friends she sees lots of c**ts and arseholes on a daily basis

 

[Scorpihoe]

I will try to imagine it will be just like having a smear test. Actually, do they put you in stirrups with legs in the air? I also hope we go into a private room? And do they go anywhere near your bumhole? Not that I have any hairs down there. (Jeez, am I really talking about this at tea time? lol)

no they just make you so funny poses sometimes lol. One woman I want to made me get on all fours, and spread my ass cheeks with my hands if you don’t want your back door doing just tell her and it’ll be fine. I like it all gone though

but yes you go into a private room! Enjoy your tea