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GROWTH INHIBITORS The deal: "Shave-minimizing lotions" claim to slow growth so you shave less often. Some use botanical/plant extracts (Bliss Get Out of Hair!, $35 (pictured) and Completely Bare Completely Smooth, $42). Others use soy Aveeno Positively Smooth Moisturizing Lotion, $7.99).
The bonus: They moisturize, which is key to a close shave, something Barredo, Vanoosthuyze, and Barshop all agree on. And many exfoliate using ingredients like willow bark, which can prevent ingrowns.
Best for: Reluctant shavers.
Avoid if: You're not a gambler, as many experts and consumers are skeptical of these creams' effectiveness. But since moisturized skin equals closer-shaved skin, they can't hurt.
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The bonus: They moisturize, which is key to a close shave, something Barredo, Vanoosthuyze, and Barshop all agree on. And many exfoliate using ingredients like willow bark, which can prevent ingrowns.
Best for: Reluctant shavers.
Avoid if: You're not a gambler, as many experts and consumers are skeptical of these creams' effectiveness. But since moisturized skin equals closer-shaved skin, they can't hurt.
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i usually wax at a salon or at home for easy-to-reach areas. i have started the laser treatments for underarms and bikini - i am very lucky that i have very white skin and very dark hair. laser works, but as the hair grows in cycles, sometimes there is more coming back than some other times after a treatment.
by AstridB Friday, April 12, 2013 at 07:42AM Report as inappropriate
This is a decent article, but obviously very old since some of the products listed have been discontinued. I also disagree with the recommendation of the Sally Hansen waxing kit--Bliss makes a much better kit! It's more expensive, but worth every penny.
by tallredamanda Friday, January 25, 2013 at 08:58PM Report as inappropriate
good tips!
by aishak55 Sunday, December 23, 2012 at 04:06PM Report as inappropriate
I prefer waxing over shaving.
by TBjunkie Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 07:56PM Report as inappropriate
Razoe burn is the worst.
by beautybody Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at 11:29PM Report as inappropriate
Educational!
by tallredamanda Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 07:33AM Report as inappropriate
cpoool
by Nicole2814 Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 09:32PM Report as inappropriate
Does anyone really change razor blades after 5 shaves?
by lazorc Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at 07:49PM Report as inappropriate
I've tried Sally Hansen depilatory cream and it works well.
by grass Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 11:05PM Report as inappropriate
i believe waxing is really good and more over the only solution for south asian women
by lisamasud Saturday, November 26, 2011 at 01:58AM Report as inappropriate