I’m doing this for the first time, took a hot shower before.

And it hurts LIKE HELL.

I have a Braun Silk epil 7. So yeah if you have any tips on how to make this hurt less do tell.

  • birdwing@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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    5 days ago

    I’ve tried it only once or twice and stopped immediately, went to laser instead. Still hurts like a mofo but it’s more effective.

    One tip for afterward: put aftersun or any cream that helps your skin hydrate etc., in the fridge before you epilate, then apply after epilating/lasering.

    When lasering, getting a cold compress on the skin immediately after each individual laser helped a ton.

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      5 days ago

      Laser hair removal has gotten much better in a short amount of time. Go somewhere with newer machines and it does not hurt at all. I’m getting it done right now. The only discomfort is the cold gel they use on you.

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        Hmm, def doesn’t not hurt. I got 8 sessions done and it hurts like a mofo each time.

        That said, each succeeding session on the same areas is less painful than the former.