I need advice/see below. But what was your first time getting waxed like?

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I am fckin terrified lol.  I normally just shave bare but I’m going to try getting waxed soon and my tummy just hurts more and more everytime i think about it.  I’m going to get a brazilian wax and I’ve already booked at this nationwide chain. But now I see this local place that does sugaring/sugar waxes which sound less painful.  However the lady sounds very complicated with how she wants people to go about paying/booking.  Still, I’m wondering if I should cancel the chain and book locally instead?  Like all of the local lady’s reviews are 100% and include vajacials whatever tf that is while this chain that I’m going to has mostly good but also some bad recent reviews . Someone at the chain said “It is my first time, why tf am I pouring blood like this? You literally ripped my skin off!!”. And then a lot of the reviews are saying they went through all that pain just for a lot of the hair to not be removed.  I’m fckin terrified  😩 I don’t drink but should I take pain meds beforehand? How should I prepare before going? I keep hearing something about exfoliating? I really think I just rather keep shaving 😭🙈 What if my cooch is too swollen to have sex later that week  😂💀 #FeelFreeToList

Finchie40 · Accepted Answer

It’s definitely going to hurt and more than likely make you shed blood , you are ripping hair out of your skin , so it’s definitely something you should really consider if that is worth it to you , Are you doing this for yourself or doing this to appease your boyfriend? If it’s to appease your boyfriend than don’t do it , it has to be your decision , everyone has different textures of skin , if your skin is sensitive then you will be taking a higher risk of suffering skin irritation and possible ingrown hairs etc. which suck big time and hurt like hell , I have sensitive skin. So I just stick to shaving or trimming , so to really know what your outcome will be , is hard to say. Only you can determine that , based off of your experiences from shaving. I know people that had waxes and they all told me it wasn’t that big of a deal and they were glad they did it , and I heard others say completely opposite. So it has to come down to your decsion if it’s something you really want to do , if your boyfriend is telling you he prefers you to have a waxed vagina , then tell him you prefer waxed balls as well and see what his reaction would be. Me personally thinks shaving is better than waxing , cuz it doesn’t hurt compared to having hairs ripped out of you. It’s your call and your decsion and your vagina lol

BoopBoopBeep · Accepted Answer

Why not go with nair? Same result, way less painful. Then you can put the brazillian money aside for laser treatment, which is way cheaper in the long run.

electromagnetic · Accepted Answer

I bc won’t lie to you; girl, that shit hurt! But the smooth silky feeling that follows, AMAZING. Up until hair starts to grow. Personally I like resin wax that dries up and doesn’t require strips. I find sugaring to actually be more painful.
But just have headphones in and listen to your favourite stuff.

The burn should subside after an hr but if you have sensitive skin, be sure to wear close clothes and panties that won’t shafe? Is that the right spelling? Noooo thongs. Your persona should be able to recommend you something for your post op.

also vagifacials are fantastic. It’s like a regular facial but for your kitty. They extract ingrown, put fancy shit to calm the kitty and prep the skin before the next waxing appointment.

IconicPenguin · Accepted Answer

I would book with the local place. I don't know if sugar would be less painful, but it would likely be a person with more experience and a higher motivation to not get any bad reviews. Also you'd be supporting a local business! 🤗💀

If you're very scared you may be able to ask them to start with just one strip, too. I've never gotten waxed but when I got my first tattoo I was so scared, and the artist offered to start with just a short line and if that hurt too much I could stop there (though obviously you would still have to pay regular).

Oliverlogan263 · Answer

Don't stress about it too much luv, I'm sure it won't be that bad. From what I've heard it does hurt for a sec but then it’s over quick. A girl I knew first time getting waxed wasn't too bad, just listened to some music to take her mind off it. Yeah it pulls on the hairs but only for like 2 seconds each spot. Then it’s smooth after!

As for what you should do, I'd say go with the local place if their reviews are that good. Sounds like they know what they're doing more than the chain. And sugar wax is supposed to be less painful too. Maybe give them a call back and see if you can pay and book with them still.

Definitely exfoliate before to make the hairs easier to remove. And don't worry about being swollen or sore after, just take it easy that night with some ice or a heating pad. You'll be all good by the next week for sure!

It's tough the first time cause you're nervous, but honestly once you do it you'll realize it's not THAT bad. And it lasts longer than shaving so less stress in the long run. You got this girl! Just take some deep breaths and relax as much as you can while they do it. You'll be so smooth and happy with the results.

WhiteSteve · Answer

When my girl was in esthetics school like ten years ago, I went in and let her practice by waxing my chest. It was…something, lmao. The pain was new to me, but it was tolerable…. but it was also just my chest, to be fair.

I guess I can’t speak too much on the pain aspect, but I do know she said they ask you to get in some crazy positions while you get it done. Like they might put you on all fours, or have you on your back/side while you hold one leg up…. they get ALL UP in your business, haha. So be prepared for that part, that would be what I’d want to be ready for if it was me😂

BlissfullyCurSed · Answer

So... it's not going to hurt as much as you think but it's not going to be painless; however, it's bearable, and I don't recommend sugaring mainly because some say it might stimulate hair follicles that are in the resting state which can cause the increase in hair growth on the surface of the area that has been waxed.

SamIam96 · Answer

I've been getting brazilians for years. Not surprising, some estheticians are better than others. Early on, I thought that ripped skin was part of the process. Eventually, I had a treatment that was relatively painless and no tears. She treated me until she retired.

Pay attention to the reviews and avoid anyone that rips skin. Also, over time, the pain lessened to the point that it wasn't uncomfortable at all.

DM if you want more info.

DJB72 · Answer

Have you considered Veet/Immac or whatever it's called these days?

I have - on occasion - used the stuff. It's not the most comfortable experience, but it sounds better than the alternative...

Of course there's the odd negative experience - as this review suggests...

Veet Review...

RavVid · Answer

First I want to make clear I have had no direct experience but I think pain killers mostly work on ongoing pain rather than YOUCH that hurt sudden pain. I have heard of blood stories too.

I'm a bit surprised waxing is still a thing when there is laser hair removal. A girl had her armpits done and she told me it just felt like she had sunburn. Might have been bad sunburn :)

Why not just put some razors in your carry on and if they confiscate the razors just buy some on the other end? Hotels tend to supply complimentary razors, though they are crappy. Save the money and pain I think.

strateguy632 · Answer

Before shaving, tweezing, or waxing, make sure to prepare your skin by washing it with warm water.

Paradiseequeen · Answer

my cousin wife does them and she said the first time it may hurt if you’re pain intolerant but afterwards it won’t really hurt that bad. Self-care afterwards will make the process well worth it. I know people told me that they can’t wear underwear or anything over the area for some weeks. However, it all depends on who’s doing your wax as well. I always wanted to do this wax but I just will stick to shaving lol I’m scared! I even went to YouTube

Pink2000 · Answer

I get a Brazilian wax pretty often. I am actually getting another one tomorrow. I also got my first wax at a nationwide chain. You have to be careful because sometimes they don’t know what they’re doing. The lady I had was amazing and it was painless. It’s important to exfoliate before your wax as well. The pain definitely depends on how good your waxer is.

ChicoFromThe305 · Answer

Pain meds? You need damn amnestesia, best of luck on the hair yanking lol

kellytheman · Answer

I would never get waxed and I am guys so it’s not really a problem. To me it’s scary and looks like it would hurt like a motherf**ker. I just stick to shaving but I heard waxing will make it very smooth and don’t have to shave for a while. Props to women who do waxing.

Wiredone · Answer

Take something that you can bite on while you're having it done so you're not tempted to use the person's finger or ear. I've never had it done so I don't know anything about it. All I can say is good luck with it

Apple1996 · Answer

It hurts real bad but I've only ever waxed myself. Maybe another person doing it wouldn't be as bad

mandyfire98 · Answer

It hurt a bit but nothing horrible. It definitely gets way easier the more you do it. I get waxed often. You'll be ok I promise you.

exitseven · Answer

"Pain is a state of mind and the mind can be controlled " Mr. Spock  Just bring a bullet to bite on. It will be over in a second.

Miristheiss · Answer

LOL,  Are you going to have a woman do it or are you willing to get spread eagle in front of a strange man for 10 minutes?

Agape93 · Answer

It's not too bad unless you're getting your crotch done. But afterwards use olive oil to remove residue and moisturize your skin

Joshydavid25 · Answer

It seems like the local lady is the better choice here.. Might as well cancel that other one and go to the local lady just to ease your nerves.. Haha..

Jerre · Answer

I was waxed in 2020 and love it. It did not hurt that bad, I have had it done about every 5-6 weeks through mid 2023 and now hardly any hair growth at all.

laly520 · Answer

make sure they use numbing creams plus it doesn't hurt as bad as u may think

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