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And how do I keep from getting ingrown hairs??
Christie
And how do I keep from getting ingrown hairs??
Christie
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For rashes from shaving my pits, I use the rock crystal deodorant - I haven't had a rash in years! Never had a problem with my legs, but I'm sure it would work as well.
I have used Silkepil & Epilady in the past & have recently started thinking about doing it again. After the first time (which I found very painful - like waxing only slower
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) it wasn't bad at all. From what I recall, it took a few times before it got them all & ingrown hairs were a BIG problem. Don't know what you could do about that.
HTH
I have used Silkepil & Epilady in the past & have recently started thinking about doing it again. After the first time (which I found very painful - like waxing only slower
HTH
Professional waxing doesn't leave those hairs. i'm guessing it's either the wax you're using or your technique. (no offense
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) I would go get the professionally waxed and watch what they do, ask for wax recommendations and tips.
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Veganmama, no offense taken.
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I tried my best to follow the instructions included, but who knows. Unfortunately, a professional wax isn't an option for me. I'm chemically sensitive and can't set foot into a salon without a real problem. Besides we live way out here, so it would be a headache. That's why I'm wondering about the epilator.
Christie
Christie
I feel your pain - my legs get all hard cystic-like zitty if I shave for too long. I have gotten waxed professionally a lot but it is way too expensive and depends on the skill of the esthetician working that day. Now I do it myself sometimes and then maintain it with the epilator (I have a Braun but they are all the same). You cannot really start with the Braun unless you are a masochist b/c it hurts sooooooooooooo
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: bad, but once you have waxed even a halfway decent job it is good for upkeep. As for waxing, if you have a beauty supply store anywhere near you, that is the place. Here they are called Sally Beauty Supply. Just a supply for salons. They have several types, including natural honey waxes. You microwave them and then use strips of muslin to pull them off. Depending on the way your hair grows, you might need a partner to do the backs of your legs. Make sure you lay the wax on thinly in the direction of growth and then rip of quickly in the opposite direction. Also don't pull the strip up, pull directly back parallel to your leg. Make sure legs are clean and dry - like 4 or 5 hours after a bath/shower but don't use lotion or oil. Very fine hairs will often break but you can't see those anyway.
Sorry about this weighty tome - HTH.
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Sorry about this weighty tome - HTH.
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