Grooming Question

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• ME

  Member

  Jun 16, 2016

  I use Majic shaveless hair removal cream.  I found it to be less irritating.  I havnt tried it on my chest though.  But it is made for beards so it may be an option for you.

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• MU

  

  MusicGuy1

  Jun 18, 2016

  I used to totally shave chest, arms, and legs. It's too much for me now though, so I just let it be. For the face though I do Afta pre-electric+electric razor and it makes shaving the face so much easier and cheaper. Bladed razors are expensive unless you are buying the super cheap ones.
  
  This isn't really the topic, but in my opinion the topic of body hair is all subjective. From that thought there if you are single and questioning if body hair is okay you can go read some blogs where people praise body hair. However, if you partner has a preference that you shave parts of your body smooth, I suppose that changes things. Good luck.
  
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• AN

  

  Andy

  Jun 22, 2016

  I have my chest and back waxed. It can be a bit painful but lasts longer and there's no stubble. Laser hair removal only works in you have dark hair. Lighter, gray, or blonde hair can't be removed as easily.

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• ME

  Member

  Jun 22, 2016

  Another plug for the Majic shaveless hair removal products.  I bought all 3 of their types and also the powder. They make a creme in standard, for bald heads, and extra strength.  I tried the standard first all over and it did not do anything anywhere except my armpits.  Next the Bald head with same results.  Maybe a little off my belly or legs.  Then the extra strength was tried and left the full max 7 minutes.  It worked but left some burning on my nut sack. I have used it a few more times and left it only 5 minutes with good success.  I then tried the powder. Man what a good product. Not really hard to mix and goes on much better and has a bit less of the funky smell.  5 minutes and it works all over  .I like to be smooth so I use it every 4 or 3 days depending where the weekend shows up.  Cheaper also!  Give it a try.  Good luck
  
  

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• ME

  Member

  Jun 23, 2016

  Thanks.  Never tried the powder.  Guess i will though now.

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• JA

  Jay

  Sep 29, 2016

  [quote]This morning before taking a shower I figured it might be a good idea to nair the hair on my chest. Sometimes it's a razor other times nair. Well for the second time I got pretty bad chemical burns. Previously, for the last decade or so I've used Nair for Men with no issues. Anyone have any suggestions on other options? I've thought about waxing but have no idea how that works, if it's really painful or how long it might last. Considering Lazer Hair Removal but haven't made a final decision on it yet. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated...[/quote] https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nair-Men-Shower-Power-Hair-Remover-5.1-oz/17619370 I use this on my chest, belly, crotch, and balls. I've never had any irritation wit it.

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• DE

  

  DesertRat

  Sep 29, 2016

  I've never really had a problem with my chest hair. In fact some women have said that they love it because it's so soft. My problem is on my back and the backs of my upper arms. I have a difficult time reaching some of those areas for satisfactory hair removal. I'll have to try some of these items to see if I can get better results.

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• JA

  Jay

  Oct 1, 2016

  I use an electric razor once a month to the chest, stomach and legs. Then a razor once a month to the pubic area with a bi weekly touch up for the boys. It works out perfect and razor burn is never an issue.

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• ME

  Member

  Oct 5, 2016

  [quote]I'm sticking with waxing. It lasts 5-6 weeks and even that last week before a follow up treatment, the hair is quite fine and barely noticeable and doesn't feel like the stubble from shaving.
  
  I recently had a treatment and added my upper arms and my back. My wife loves the smooth back and so do I. I like what my aesthetician did with my upper arms as well. I had patches of hair and she removed them and I like the fact that I don't have those patches of hair that I was occasionally pulling at.
  
  In about a month, I'll return for another wax treatment and I will add my butt and upper thighs to my hair removal routine. One thing I have noticed is that, when I had back hair and some hair on my upper arms and butt crack, the towel glided much easier over those parts after a shower. Not a big deal. I prefer the smooth skin and don't mind patting myself dry now! :D
  [/quote] How painful is waxing? I don't mind having body hair, but I don't like having back hair, specifically. Since you get waxed regularly, is it cost effective compared to just shaving, or is this more of a "you get what you pay for" quality of life decision?

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• BR

  

  Brett Rapley

  Jun 13, 2017

  [quote]This morning before taking a shower I figured it might be a good idea to nair the hair on my chest. Sometimes it's a razor other times nair. Well for the second time I got pretty bad chemical burns. Previously, for the last decade or so I've used Nair for Men with no issues. Anyone have any suggestions on other options? I've thought about waxing but have no idea how that works, if it's really painful or how long it might last. Considering Lazer Hair Removal but haven't made a final decision on it yet. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated...[/quote] The problem with hair removal creams for men is that you MUST be completely clean before using them, as in showered or bathed. Like yourself, I used Veet for men (same as Nair), and it reacted with my body sweat and will also react with deodorants as well, as silly as it sounds, you must shower first, put the cream on then shower again. The only other thing I can think is that they have changed some of the components of Nair and that your body is sensitive to that. Waxing is fine, but can be a little painful, depending on where your being waxed. Electrolysis and Laser removal are expensive, so the alternative is to see if there is another hair removal product for men or go with the waxing.

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• RI

  

  Richard

  Jun 15, 2017

  C'mon guys, man up and get waxing! I have a full Brazilian wax (crack, sack, shaft) every six weeks. If your hair is at the right length (needs to be about the length of a rice grain) it will not be too painful - and, the more you do it, the easier it becomes. It's not cheap, but it's so much cleaner and smoother than shaving. It helps that I use a lovely lady who lets me get completely naked for the wax (and last time, there was a cute apprentice sitting in). I actually look forward to the sessions.

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• TR

  

  Travellingbizguy

  Jun 15, 2017

  I've had full brozillians done. Pubic hair brings a tear but the rest is manageable. I had my back lasered years ago so I only have a few strays. I am not that hairy on my legs but I do like smooth legs in the summer. I've tried Nair for Men and had no success, I seem to have best success with Veet Sensitive.

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  traveler5

  Jun 17, 2017

  Try an electric body groomer. I think mine is a Schick. It's like an electric shaver & comes. It's gentle on the scrotum, doesn't nick or cut. Mine came with several groomers for different lengths of body hair. Lasts long enough on a charge to do most of your body. Mine has an extension handles so you can shave your back. Much better than a safety razor or regular shaver.

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  Dane

  Jun 23, 2017

  I shave from my neck down to my knees, almost every morning before I shower. It does increase sensitivity in addition to being cooler during the hot summer. I use a bladed razor, a 4 or 5 blade type, and have no irritation, I use plain liquid shampoo which keeps good visibility on what you are doing. Once you have a smooth area, if you need a quick touch up--some (not all) of the foil-type-head electric razors do work without irritation.

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