So...how does one get rid of all of the hair in the bikini area??? Let's have a poll here...Shave? Wax or not bother? I shave but hate having to do it all the time...waxing sounds painful and not sure that I want someone else in that area...any suggestions???

shaving with an electric razor and regular razor. waxing, no way!

bah... leave it. It's getting into the colder months and you need in insulation!!

I use an epilator. Hurts like heck, but I've gotten used to it. I can do bikini area and most of my pubic area, can't too close down there though or the hurt moves up to a completely different level!

I wax....although this pregnancy I've gotten a lot more sensitive...down there...the last time I went to the waxer, I cried so hard that she just did the sides and left the rest.

A lot of waxers can apply a topical anesthetic that makes it more manageable.

Electric razors do work well, especially the ones that spew out lotion...although DH does not appreciate me using his.

I apply finipil every day to help keep things bump free...a bumpy giner is SO not attractive.

A friend of mine uses a depilatory cream (like nair) on just her bikini area NOT on the..ahem..inner areas. She says it works fine and she doesn't get much irritation if any.

I use an electric razor. Its kinds small so it works well. I have recently thought about waxing but i am too chicken that it will hurt too damn bad

I didn't know they had that! I may try that before my wedding in April. Though, the thought still scares me!

I think this is a great question. I shave and I hate it (especially when it starts to grow back) It doesn't make me feel sexy. I think I just do it out of convienence. I love all the suggestions!

Thanks for asking it!

Wax. I get rid of it all, baby!

Then use TendSkin to keep the bumps away.

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If they don't have a topical anesthetic available, you can apply a topical OTC anesthetic before you arrive to your appointment. Orajel works fabulous - not just for teeth anymore, sister Also, Solarcaine works but since it is a spray you have to be VERY careful not to get it "inside".

Also, a shot of bourbon works as well....just make sure to shoot it and not rub it on.

The scariest part for me the first time was having some chick I didn't know seeing me at my absolute least flattering angle. It wasn't too bad though, she did a really great job at making me feel relaxed and comfortable. We're friends now and hang out regularly....which is a little odd.

Tendskin works really well as a pain reliever after the fact as well....it's so soothing!

Here's a thread we had a short while ago about waxing, too. It's got some information about the process:

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?t=145237

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I've been waxed a handful of times. Hollywood style....VERY painful!!! If you go regulariy and get waxed, the pain gets less and less each visit. I think because more fine hair tends to grow back and less course hair. Also...choose a really good esthetician!!!

If you have a high pain threshold...definately try waxing.
I've found professional waxing expensive so I only do it in the summer time. Winter...I shave.

I don't bother, ever. I can't swim and so never wear a bathing suit. Dh doesn't care one way or another.

Growing up my Mom didn't shave or wax anything, so I didn't have a "role model" in this area. I figure taking care of my legs (knee to ankle), underarms, and eyebrows is enough. Of course, I'm very blond, so my hair isn't very visible anyway. I guess that makes a difference.

My best friend is doing laser treatments practically everywhere, but it's very expensive and I don't think it's working well for her.

My mom just had laser treatments....It's expensive but there is definite improvement in just a short time. I may consider it sometime.

I just read that old thread....I would like to try this waxing thing but I am such a chicken...I should just suck it up and be adventurous....so how much should I plan on spending if I am going for a complete wax...and where does one go for something like this...???? I know...I am such a pathetic newbie at this...