epilating pubic area? I am tired of shaving to stay smooth and looking at the apilator for this purpose. has anyone used the epilator for this purpose?
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I am a male and wondered about your gender and which areas do you use the Emjoi? I have an Emjoi, but hesitant about using it in those extremely sensitive areas. Any advice?
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I'm male, and I use an epilator EVERYwhere except a small patch above my *WHEE!* and my face. The trick is to pull the skin tight when you go over it. I use it on my legs, butt (including between teh cheeks), taint, scrotum, belly, chest, underarms. None of that actually hurts, believe it or not. The place I have to stay away from is just above the base of my penis (on the top/belly). Now there it HURTS! Everywhere else, though, is no problem at all; especially if you're used to using one. Its also a lot easier if you trim those hairs down a bit first. When they are long, it does hurt a bit. Hope this helps! I'm male, and I use an epilator EVERYwhere except a small patch above my *WHEE!* and my face. The trick is to pull the skin tight when you go over it. I use it on my legs, butt (including between teh cheeks), taint, scrotum, belly, chest, underarms. None of that actually hurts, believe it or not. The place I have to stay away from is just above the base of my penis (on the top/belly). Now there it HURTS! Everywhere else, though, is no problem at all; especially if you're used to using one. Its also a lot easier if you trim those hairs down a bit first. When they are long, it does hurt a... » Read More I'm male, and I use an epilator EVERYwhere except a small patch above my *WHEE!* and my face. The trick is to pull the skin tight when you go over it. I use it on my legs, butt (including between teh cheeks), taint, scrotum, belly, chest, underarms. None of that actually hurts, believe it or not. The place I have to stay away from is just above the base of my penis (on the top/belly). Now there it HURTS! Everywhere else, though, is no problem at all; especially if you're used to using one. Its also a lot easier if you trim those hairs down a bit first. When they are long, it does hurt a bit. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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I have used this epliator on my bikini area and it works great! I start with the sides first and work in small areas at a time. I use one hand to stretch my skin and hold the epilator with the other. The general bikini area was all fine...even around the inside of my legs! After I had all that done, I moved farther down to my more sensitive areas... This definitely stings more and you really need to make sure you are stretching the skin but it works amazing, just like the under arms and legs. This thing is powerful but as long as you use it correctly, it's like magic! :)
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You can certainly use an epilator for the bikini area and beyond. Just choose one that is smaller and easily fits into the area to be epilated. Also trim the area first and take some tylenol!
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I have the Emjoi Optima which I use, and that can get into every area if you can get it into the right position in places. I think the Optima may be better for the more sensitive, curvy areas because the head of the Optima is more rounded and more of the tweezers are exposed at the rounded sides. It definitely will hurt a lot for awhile, but if you stick with it, the pain lessens.
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I've definitely seen an increase with ingrown hairs from both epilating and waxing. Can't speak specifically to under my arms; that's far too painful area for me to try epilating! Exfoliating should help with ingrown hairs.
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Yes, it does replace a razor. I use the epilator head for some areas, and I use the razor for other areas that are too sensitive to use the epilator. Also, the epilator works best with hairs that are not very long. If you are just starting to use this unit for the first time, or have not been able to use it for a while, you may want to use the razor head first, then after several days, when the hairs are just starting to grow out, try using the epilator head. I've been using this brand for a number of years now, after having gone through at least 4 other similar epilators made by other people. This is the best brand of them all, by far. Yes, it does replace a razor. I use the epilator head for some areas, and I use the razor for other areas that are too sensitive to use the epilator. Also, the epilator works best with hairs that are not very long. If you are just starting to use this unit for the first time, or have not been able to use it for a while, you may want to use the razor head first, then after several days, when the hairs are just starting to grow out, try using the epilator head. I've been using this brand for a number of years now, after having gone through at least 4 other similar epilators made by other... » Read More Yes, it does replace a razor. I use the epilator head for some areas, and I use the razor for other areas that are too sensitive to use the epilator. Also, the epilator works best with hairs that are not very long. If you are just starting to use this unit for the first time, or have not been able to use it for a while, you may want to use the razor head first, then after several days, when the hairs are just starting to grow out, try using the epilator head. I've been using this brand for a number of years now, after having gone through at least 4 other similar epilators made by other people. This is the best brand of them all, by far. « Show Less
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There will always be ingrown hair issues with epilators (or waxing, or any other method of hair removal that removes the hair below the skin surface area) It is not specific to this model and will occur with all types. The amount of ingrown hairs is more determined by your skin and hair type. Regular exfoliation and scrubbing of the skin with a loofah after epilating will help reduce the incidence of ingrowns. Unfortunately there will probably always be some and they need to be managed appropriately. Personally Ive found the thigh area to be most prone to them, although again it depends on the hair type. There will always be ingrown hair issues with epilators (or waxing, or any other method of hair removal that removes the hair below the skin surface area) It is not specific to this model and will occur with all types. The amount of ingrown hairs is more determined by your skin and hair type. Regular exfoliation and scrubbing of the skin with a loofah after epilating will help reduce the incidence of ingrowns. Unfortunately there will probably always be some and they need to be managed appropriately. Personally Ive found the thigh area to be most prone to them, although again it depends on... » Read More There will always be ingrown hair issues with epilators (or waxing, or any other method of hair removal that removes the hair below the skin surface area) It is not specific to this model and will occur with all types. The amount of ingrown hairs is more determined by your skin and hair type. Regular exfoliation and scrubbing of the skin with a loofah after epilating will help reduce the incidence of ingrowns. Unfortunately there will probably always be some and they need to be managed appropriately. Personally Ive found the thigh area to be most prone to them, although again it depends on the hair type. « Show Less
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It works very good on underarms, just use any kind of powder before using the epilator, because the hair sticks because of sweat. Its actually a very good product.
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This is not a razor, it is an epilator. Do not use water or shaving cream or lotion before use.
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I use this from neck to thighs. Much better on the scrotum and anal area than Epilady
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I've had this epilator for just over 2 years now and it still works great. I just clean it with the little brush that comes along with it. It's very easy. I try to clean after every use but that doesn't always happen but that's okay. I clean it with the brush then blow it out. Also, I try to use it after showers or in the morning. Just making sure you're clean whereever you plan to use it on ie armpits etc.
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I only ever use this, i hate the stubble of shaving and over time the hairs get thinner and less. I am not sure how to help but I don't shave my legs at all now, ever just use an epilator. It has to be 90 degrees against the skin and go slow and multiple times...that's all i can advise. It will rip some of the hair, that's just the way it is it will never be perfect but for me it's so worth it because the hair come back thinner and less visible if you miss some. The issues with ingrowns is also there so a exfoliating scrub helps. I wax in the winter too and I will never go back to shaving. I hope it works out for you. I only ever use this, i hate the stubble of shaving and over time the hairs get thinner and less. I am not sure how to help but I don't shave my legs at all now, ever just use an epilator. It has to be 90 degrees against the skin and go slow and multiple times...that's all i can advise. It will rip some of the hair, that's just the way it is it will never be perfect but for me it's so worth it because the hair come back thinner and less visible if you miss some. The issues with ingrowns is also there so a exfoliating scrub helps. I wax in the winter too and I will never go back to shaving.... » Read More I only ever use this, i hate the stubble of shaving and over time the hairs get thinner and less. I am not sure how to help but I don't shave my legs at all now, ever just use an epilator. It has to be 90 degrees against the skin and go slow and multiple times...that's all i can advise. It will rip some of the hair, that's just the way it is it will never be perfect but for me it's so worth it because the hair come back thinner and less visible if you miss some. The issues with ingrowns is also there so a exfoliating scrub helps. I wax in the winter too and I will never go back to shaving. I hope it works out for you. « Show Less
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Yes, it does. I use it on the peach fuzz right under my lower lip and it works great. Granted, it does hurt, but obviously that's going to be the case with anything that rips out multiple hairs in a second. Though, I have extremely sensitive skin, too. I'm not sure if it's supposed to be used on the face; my old epilator was advertised for facial use and since they appear to be almost exactly the same, I just went ahead and used this without looking into it. It's gentler than what I was using before. I haven't had any problems aside from red bumps that last a couple of hours that come up occasionally which I expect are unavoidable with the process (at least in my case). It may be a concern that using an epilator on the face can increase the risk of ingrown hairs (from what I have read). I've not had a problem with ingrown hairs on my face, though I have had the problem everywhere else I've used an epilator, so I expect this is very accurate. This may be something to think about if you have not used an epilator on your face previously.
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No, please don't try either. It isn't precise enough to be able to give you a straight enough line. Maybe try a smaller epilator made for smaller areas or stick to thread or electric shavers.
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Are you using the guide on the epilator? This will make sure that you touch the epilator at the right angle to your skin and will be more successful at removing the hair
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I used to shave by chest/abs with a razor and I often got ingrowns, and then I started using the Norelco I use for my face and found that I got an even closer shave and less possibilty of ingrowns. I looking to buy the bodygroomer because I doubt shaving my body with my face shaver is good for the blades. How "bad" is the stubble? If I'm looking for a clean, hairless look do you recommend this or should I just continue shaving with my face shaver? Thanks.
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thanks for asking: I really love my epilady haven't shaved my legs or arms in I don't know when, I would recommend one to anybody. there is not much difference but ,some of the epiladys are much better in quality than some. I think mostly its prefence what you want. I hope I answered your question. thanks jacquie
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Works very well, I prefer it to shaving. I use it about every 2 weeks on the entire region. I'll keep it PG... I use a generous amount (like icing on a cake) and I do 9-10 minutes for "the waist to the groin" and 8-9 minutes on "the boys," "the undercarriage," and "the rear." Armpits for about 9-10 minutes. Wash all areas well immediately after you remove hair and cream with the squeegee tool. Applied areas might be a little sensitive for a few hours after use but will recover in less than a day. Some baby powder helps to keep sensitive areas from rubbing one another.
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YESSSSS!!!!! Thats why I only used it once! I'll keep it for the trimmer aspect, but I won't used the epil part on my legs ever again. I have thick coarse hair on my legs, almost all of them came back ingrown and it took forever to get rid of those red bumps. It works well for me on the face though.
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I just got rid of my Braun 7681 because it's massaging head would not allow proper extraction of the hair..I had to go 5-6 times over the same area and eventually had to take off the massaging cap to be able to pull the hair out. Also Braun gave me a lot of ingrown hair by breaking them at extraction...I had owned 3 other Brown epilators before. I am switching to this one in hopes it will do a better job for me