OMG, I had no idea that waxing was such a crazy (and let's be honest, gross) profession. These poor ladies are dealing with some serious stuff: insane clients, dirty butts and more. I wouldn't have believed it, except I heard it straight from the waxers' mouths: Jodi Shays of Queen Bee Waxing in Culver City, Calif., Cindy Barshop of Completely Bare Salons in New York City, and Leah Nacion of The Waxing Co. in Honolulu all spilled the darkest secrets of waxing. Check them out here, and pray that you haven't committed one of these faux pas (ew!).

• Did we traumatize you into waxing at home? Use these tips to avoid disaster.

• Or are you now shunned into shaving? Then you'll need this guide.

• Not sure if waxing is for you? Take this quiz to find out.

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