wax or shave?

Question

I need some help , tried the wax an it killed ,but shaving left load's of red marks an a rash on my privates.

Answer 1

I tried a bit of both i found that worked better ,lotions are great when you not meeting no one you can shave even though i got sore an get a rash no one to see, but when I going out an about an I'm shopping i have gone for a quick wax bikini an sides perfect ,an no rash or bumps .

Answer 2

Do you like the great feeling that comes from body waxing but shudder at the thought of what you have to go through to get it?

Body waxing is an economical, effective hair removal method which leaves the skin feeling wonderfully smooth.

But it comes at a price. Depending on your level of sensitivity there can be considerable discomfort or even pain.

Thankfully there are simple precautions you can take which can significantly reduce the "Ouch!" factor. Here they are:

1. Pain Killers

Take a pain killer 30-60 minutes before the waxing procedure. Look for tablets like Advil that contain Ibuprofen which controls mild pain and inflammation.

2. Deep Breathing

Do some deep breathing exercises just before your waxing session. Draw in breath deeply through the nose, hold for a few seconds, exhale slowly and fully through the mouth. This relaxes the body and it also has an effect on hair follicles so they are not so constricted, thus making hair extraction less painful.

3. Numbing Spray

Use a numbing spray a few minutes before waxing. These can numb the skin to a degree (not completely) so waxing doesn't sting. GiGi for example market an anesthetic numbing spray.

4. Press Immediately

Press hard on the affected area IMMEDIATELY after the strip is pulled off. This is very important. Applying pressure with the cushion of the finger on small areas or the palm of the hand on larger areas can result in a dramatic reduction in pain. The key is doing this right after the hair is removed.

5. Ice

Rubbing an ice cube over the affected area can greatly reduce inflammation and swelling and sooth the protesting nerve endings.

Apart from these five main ways to reduce the discomfort associated with body waxing, keep these further precautions in mind:

Hard wax rather than soft wax is better for sensitive parts of the body like the pubic area.

Pregnant women or women approaching their period will generally have a higher level of sensitivity.

Individuals with coarse hair are likely to feel more pain and waxing may be accompanied by a little bleeding.

Anyone on medications such as Retin A, Accutane, Tetracycline or Glycolic Acid should avoid waxing altogether as skin may lift off with the hair causing acute pain.

Wait 6 or 7 days at least after a thorough skin exfoliation to avoid skin being lifted off with the waxing.

Do not wax over moles or other skin conditions.

Finally, using a hair inhibitor can slow down hair re-growth and cause the hair that does grow back to be softer and finer thus making subsequent body waxing sessions much less painful. See the resource box below for details.

Body Waxing: How To Dramatically Reduce The "ouch!" Factor

So, is body waxing worth it? Many will respond with a resounding YES. It not only makes you feel great, it is also very hygienic, especially in the genital area.

Using the simple guidelines above, you can now enjoy all the benefits of body waxing without the "Ouch!" factor.

Answer 3

I have waxed and I have never been satisfied with the results. There always seems to be hairs left somehow. Beside I dont like having to let them grow before waxing again!
Shave with hair conditioner. If you cannot tolerate the idea, mix the conditioner with your shaving cream. You would be supprised what a difference it makes. If you do end up with rashes from shaving buy some baby rash cream, but be cafeful some of the creams are hard to wipe off.

Answer 4

OUCH!
If you want to wax, get it professionally done. Its totally worth the money. Shaving is a pain and I get red spots too which is totally not sexy. I've had pretty good luck with Veet (which is one of those no shave lotions. It comes in a number a varieties depending on wear youre planning to use it. Just make sure to do a skin test first (and wait the 24 hours or however long it says) cause skin reactions from that aren't pretty and they aren't going to show up right away either. Good Luck!

Answer 5

Most waxing kits now contain the bonus of both a pre-waxing cleansing lotion and a post-wax soothing lotion in addition to the wax itself. After heating it in the microwave, it's a good idea to test the wax's temperature by dabbing a bit on your inner wrist. It should feel warm -- not scalding or cool -- to the touch. If you spot any stray hairs after the treatment, resist the urge to give it another go with the wax; you'll risk seriously bruising the area. Reach for a tweezer instead.

Answer 6

Definitely wax at a professional salon. The first time is the most painful and then your body kind of gets used to what's coming and it seriously doesn't hurt anymore. I have friends that pop paracetamol before their waxes and they don't feel a thing (although it's much better NOT to take drugs - makes you stronger!).

Waxing looks better, feel better, regrowth is much much softer, all areas can be done. I would absolutely NEVER shave my private area.

Answer 7

Very tough question but speaking from a guy's standpoint I shaved at least every other week and my method is applying a warm towel to the area followed up by a heavy moisturizer.
Ensure that the razor if used id a new one each time.
Triple blade works great, work with the grain, across the grain and against the grain with short even pressure.
Follow this up with a cool towel and some heavy lotion.

Answer 8

Here is the 411, there is a product out there called "Tender Skin", you can get it from almost any salon that has waxing available, and it is something that you can put on your skin to reduce/get rid of the red bumps. This product can be used if you wax or shave.

Answer 9

LOL! At work I made the silly mistake of asking a female colleague why men don't wax their chins instead of shaving as I'm on anti - coagulants and bleed allot if I'm cut. The next day surprise surprise a experiment was done on one of my legs to let me know why men don't and I can totally agree that it's very painful!

Ive now got an electric razor and no longer get cuts:-)

Answer 10

The more you shave the thicker the hair grows back, the more you wax the thinner the hair grows back!

The more you wax, the less painful it becomes, take 2 painkillers before you go for a wax, it lessens the pain!

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