- Does it hurt?
Yes. Having hundreds of hairs ripped out by their roots all at once with hot wax? Yes. It hurts. But there is a reason I have done this twice. It hurts, but it is worth the pain. The pain is quick! and temporary (assuming your waxer knows what she’s doing.) The results are long lasting and (insert any choice of inappropriate innuendo type adjective here.)
- Rate your pain in relation to childbirth.
No where near childbirth because you don’t leave stitched up and swollen with a side of hemorrhoids. You leave slightly tender with a spring in your step. I’m not kidding when I say your clothes fit better. But do try to avoid doing it the week before your period, it actually does hurt more then. (P.S. I actually enjoyed giving birth if that says anything. If they sold epidurals on the street I would buy one for all of my friends.)
- What about when it grows back?
Did you ever shave your mono-brow in Jr. High like I did? Remember when it grew back in two days later thicker than your dad’s whiskers and then someone took pity enough on you to teach you how to tweeze? (Thanks sissy.) They take a really long time to grow back, and when they do they’re lighter and not as course because that little hair follicle had to start from the very beginning in order to pop back between your eyes. Same goes for curlies. When you have the little buggers yanked out by the root all at once those little follicles have to start all over again. Instead of blunt cutting your hair like a razor does (read, itch), waxing starts the process of hair growing all over again, therefore, no itch. (for me at least, maybe you’re an itchier person than I am.)
- How long does it last?
Long enough that you forget what it’s like to have a bushel full of hair. Since hair grows in cycles, after your first wax it’s suggested you go back after 4-6 weeks to have the second string of hairs submit to the mercy of the wax. After your second time around you can go eight weeks without fearing a bathing suit. (Also, hair grows slower in the winter.) The Naked Monkey will tell you “do it twice and you’ll be sold.”
- If you had the means to maintain it constantly, would you?
Yes. And I’d pay for all of my friends to maintain it constantly too. It just feels cleaner, your clothes fit better and um, yes, the whole making out part is quite lovely, on both accounts. Hooray for monogamy!
- Isn’t a hairless (or nearly hairless) monkey kind of like admitting you want to have s@% with a prepubescent girl?
Valid question. But not so much in my opinion. No part an average woman’s body resembles that of a prepubescent girl. We have hips, we have curves, we have boobs. Last time I checked most every woman I know could out curve a prepubescent girl without any effort.
- How much does your husband love it?
He’d love to answer you but he’s too busy blushing.
- How many times do you get “ripped” before it’s over?
There’s probably about five big mama rips that will cause you to gasp and make a “WHOO HOO HOO” type sound. The whole process takes about 20-30 minutes with maybe only a minute consisting of actual ripping. I actually think that the tweezing of the strays hurts more (BTW, they tweeze the strays.)
- Do they apply and “after waxing” cream/gel to cool things down?
Before I forget, wear loose pants to your appointment. Loose undies too, maybe borrow your husband’s boxers. Just sayin’. Yes, they’ll clean you of stray bits of wax, close your pores with a cooling spray and slather you up with an ingrown hair treatment. (The Naked Monkey uses Oprah’s obsession, Prince Reigns. (which I think is a really dumb name) Apparently for those prone to ingrowns it is a miracle. Tend Skin is another popular after wax goo.) If you are prone to ingrowns spend the extra money on an ingrown treatment, because zitty red whiteheady ingrowns down there? You looked better hairy.
- Do you get all gussied up prior to the wax? Like cleaning before the cleaning lady comes over, so she doesn’t think you’re a slob?
Do a courtesy trim if you’re worried. But you will need about two weeks worth of hair growth for it to come out well. Shower as close to your appointment as possible and carry around a personal wipe if you’re really worried (You will generally be provided with one.) You don’t have to do any of this stuff, but I’m guessing it’s appreciated by the waxer, and if it calms your fears, wash away. I’d like to think the waxer takes the amount of hair you have as a personal challenge. Or not. Whatever.
- Someone was telling me that using hard wax instead of using regular wax+strips is way less painful. Which do you use?
I don’t use either, I pay for someone else to use them on me. Heh. I’ve only had the wax and strips on the outer areas and the hard wax in the crannies. I prefer the hard because it doesn’t stick to your skin, just your hair. I think the strips are kind of stingy personally.
- What’s the difference between a bikini and a Brazilian?
If I called you to go to the beach with me right now a bikini would be the maintenance you would do in order to wear your bathing suit without fear of escapees. Basically your inner thighs and outside pelvic area. A Brazilian is butt bare naked in and out, front and back. You can also leave a “landing strip” if you’d like, a little patch of hair just to remind you what used to be there.
- How awkward is it?
Repeat after me, “The person who is about to do this to me does this for a living. If she thought the idea of waxing stranger’s lady parts was disgusting and offensive she would find a different line of work. She sees dozens of these a week.” Okay? But yes. WAAY awkward. You will be given a towel for your own benefit but it won’t be on you hardly at all. But they are just doing their job. So chat it up about movies, local restaurants, celebrity gossip. Because I can promise you it will be way more weird with silence. Thankfully there is also a code of ethics if you will amongst waxers, they will not discuss you, your parts or what you’ve had done to anyone. Not even your best friend. If you never tell anyone what you had done, you can be assured no one will ever know. The first waxer I had said she never even mentioned the fact that she did Brazilians because people are so ignorant about it. Amen.
- What’s the healing time on that? Follicular torture and salt water? Not so much with the happy happy.
It will be strictly look only for 24 hours. And it will look bad. You’ll wonder why the heck you did that to yourself. There may even be blood. After 24 hours it will still be tender, but don’t neglect the exfoliation, otherwise you’ll have a whole new problem on your hands. Keep it clean, keep your drawers loose and BRING IT ON after about 48-72 hours. Not a worry until your next appointment (as long as you keep up with the exfoliation.) You’ll find yourself sitting in positions in your bathing suit you never thought possible.
- Do they really wax your butt crack?
Yes. If you want them to. At The Naked Monkey they call it your “baboon.” (har!) I say go for it. You’ve made it this far, why go home with hair? You’ll either be asked to hold your leg up by your head or told to flip around on all fours. One yank and your baboon is done.
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So there you go. How many of you are calling to make your appointment now? You should be. The main reason for doing doesn’t even have to be se*ual (take that google search.) It can be as simple as you spend your summer by the pool or are going on a week long tropical vacation and don’t want to be bothered with upkeep and itch. It can also be done simply because you don’t like the stuff down there. Dr. Oz said the main reason to have hair down there is to serve as a nest for your pheromones. Pardon me but that’s kind of icky, personally.
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By mpotter on 10.07.08 10:56 pm | Permalink
very informative. and brave. me? notsomuch i doubt….
but if ever i do—- this was a great way to “try before you buy”.
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By Desiree Fawn on 10.07.08 10:59 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @sofawned
I WANT ONE.
Would I be crazy to try it pregnant?
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By Kami's Love on 10.07.08 11:02 pm | Permalink
Well said!
By Nicole on 10.07.08 11:02 pm | Permalink
I’ve actually been contemplating a Brazilian for awhile. This was just what I needed. Thanks for giving it to me straight. I think I’m willing to give it a try.
By designhermomma on 10.07.08 11:02 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @designhermomma
I’ve been waxed once and only once. 6 months pregnant. My advise, don’t be a virgin waxer right before you give birth.
BAD, BAD, BAD, BAD.
But, if I do say, my grandma did have something there when she would tell me and my sisters to “wash our Monkey” in the tub.
Alway listen to grandma, she’s so right…
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By Kate on 10.07.08 11:04 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @k8sor
I think this is my 2nd favorite of your posts to date! Funny and informative! And I may be just daring enough to try it…
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By Velma on 10.07.08 11:05 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @Velma
Wow. I’ve never even considered this before, but you make it sound way un-ickier than I imagined. I still think I’m on the “Old Dog/New Tricks” curve of this particular spectrum, but this was really informative and good to read about!
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By Kimberly on 10.07.08 11:21 pm | Permalink
Goodness. Haven’t popped by in ages and look what I come across! I didn’t even know such a thing existed.
Feeling very pondersome all of a sudden.
Fabulous post though. Amusing and informative all in one go. Kudos.
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By Desiree Fawn on 10.07.08 11:22 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @sofawned
Fair enough, all that shaving makes me light headed — I might just give up for the next few months
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By Jane on 10.07.08 11:29 pm | Permalink
So, your post on “Jesus jammies” made me a teeny bit uncomfortable, and the proximity to this one. Hmmm.
Wondering if you’ll be guest posting on Seriously, So Blessed next.
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By EmilyPie on 10.07.08 11:30 pm | Permalink
Sadly, it didn’t work for me… and nearly *ruined* my honeymoon (in the stereotypical sense). I believe it was a problem with my sensitive skin, or not enough slack when waxing a certain area. But, my experience has not left me hating the idea. As bad as my experience was, I think women should try it if they are interested! And I know I’d still go back for a regular bikini wax… and I’m looking into laser hair removal .. the brazilian way!
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By Rachel on 10.07.08 11:45 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @rduraz
I can honestly say I had never considered a Brazilian before. But this post…hmm…got me thinknig.
By Liam Craig on 10.07.08 11:49 pm | Permalink
i might actually do it asa treat for my hubby, i’ll keep you posted
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By MommyTime on 10.08.08 12:09 am | Permalink
Twitter: @MommysMartini
I have to say that this is very informative and makes it sound manageable — and yet, I am cringing, cringing, cringing at the bare idea. (har!) Sorry. You are very persuasive, but I’m a very hard sell on this one, my friend.
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By Debbie on 10.08.08 12:36 am | Permalink
Twitter: @debbiefriesen
Two comments, made out of love and concern, I SWEAR:
1. If your clothes now FIT better, what the frack were you growing down there? REALLY? Or, on the flip side, how freaking tight are your undies and pants? hahahaha!
xoxoxo
2. YOU FORGOT THE MOST IMPORTANT PIECE OF ADVICE REGARDING THE BUTT HAIRS:
LADIES. Once you are hairless in the ass-crackle region, you will no longer be able to fart silently. THIS. IS. A. MUST. KNOW.
I personally have had three brazillians in my life, and decided after the third that there is just NO reason to be hairless on my labia. Just no reason – if I keep it trimmed right down to the skin – to cause myself that kind of pain and humiliation. So I do regular itsy bitsy bikini waxes and leave the rest trimmed, neat, and tidy – primed for my husband to overlook. BECAUSE LAWWWD KNOWS I AM GENEROUS WITH HIS BACK HAIR, and, um, those other spots whereupon hair is simply not… um… palatable.
By Hippo Brigade on 10.08.08 1:48 am | Permalink
I’ve done it once, and the waxer got 2 good pulls in before I lifted up my drawers and ran for the door! I was scarred for life with the amount of pain that lady inflicted on my hoo haa. Granted, I was preggers at the time, and now have experienced child birth, so maybe I will drop my pants and try again…maybe.
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By Camels & Chocolate on 10.08.08 3:22 am | Permalink
Twitter: @lunaticatlarge
I started getting Brazilians about a year and a half ago, and now I go every 4-6 weeks, simply b/c the more often you go, the less it hurts (except your bank account!).
And I agree the stray tweezing hurts like a mofo. The rest is fine, though I wouldn’t say it’s actually pleasant. Finding a waxer (waxist?) you’re comfortable with is key. Mine is super cute and a runner like myself, so we frequently talk about races and kick boxing while she rips away downstairs!
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By Lindy on 10.08.08 3:39 am | Permalink
Twitter: @Lindy_
OMG I just peed my pants laughing- damn you weak bladder!! Har- I’ll take my monkey AND baboon nice and hairy. HA!
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By Kim on 10.08.08 4:54 am | Permalink
Twitter: @kimsueellen
I have never tried it…I am SUCH a wuss. You almost have me convinced. Thanks for the 411.
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By Kimber on 10.08.08 6:42 am | Permalink
Absolutely hilarious. I’ve never had one, not sure if I would survive one either.
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By Katie on 10.08.08 8:48 am | Permalink
Twitter: @kdswisher
WAXED BUTT CRACK? Whoa…I had no idea. I’ve thought about Brazilians before, but never got up the nerve. I’d have to go with my sister or something to be brave enough!
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By Andrea in IN on 10.08.08 8:53 am | Permalink
Oh. Muhgosh… that was so funny. I have a tatoo, so I have always likened it to possibly feeling like that being done, but quicker LOL I have not been brave enough yet. YET!
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By Loving Danger on 10.08.08 9:22 am | Permalink
Twitter: @lovingdanger
I would love to get one done! I ahve been thinking about it for along time cause dammit it’s a lot of work to keep things under control down there! I’m sooo awkward though!! SOO incredibly awkward. Yep that’s me I’m not so much concerned with the pain as I am with my lady parts all out there cause let me tell you after the whole child birth thing the lady parts they just don’t seem as pretty as before. TMI? maybe
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By Shawna on 10.08.08 9:32 am | Permalink
I’ve been on the fence about getting a Brazilian for YEARS. Thanks for allaying all of my past fears (and creating new ones!). I’m off to make an appointment . . .
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By Holly on 10.08.08 9:47 am | Permalink
oh my good golly! I am sending this to ALL of my friends. I had my first “wax” the other month and I head back this weekend. Not full Brazilian but man, WAXING IS WORTH IT!!!
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By Stacey on 10.08.08 10:03 am | Permalink
My excuse? No Naked Monkey. Let me know if you hear of a good place in SLC.
By kris on 10.08.08 10:16 am | Permalink
Good call. The aftertweezing is reason enough to make me never let anyone near my nether region again.
By ali on 10.08.08 10:23 am | Permalink
Twitter: @alimartell
i meant what did you have done TO you…i would never recommend anyone actually doing it to herself! gah!
yes! the afterplucks are the WORST part for sure.
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By Rhea on 10.08.08 10:45 am | Permalink
OMG, A baboon?!
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By Domestic Goddess (In Training) on 10.08.08 11:40 am | Permalink
Wow, is The Naked Monkey paying you for this? Because you should get some serious endoresment money.
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By Sara on 10.08.08 1:11 pm | Permalink
I live 3 hours from Indy but am considering heading on down to the Naked Monkey on my next trip through there. You should write ad copy for the, uh, more personal things in life!
By Melanie @ MelADramatic Mommy on 10.08.08 1:13 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @ADramaticMommy
We have a very popular place here in my city. I may give it a try now that I’ve been thoroughly educated! Thanks, Casey!
By Maggie on 10.08.08 1:32 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @Magdeline28
I’m more intrigued than I ever have been before on this topic. But back up a minute here–you mention exfoliation, but that wasn’t one of your explanations…you have to exfoliate “down there” in between waxes? Is there a special kind or does, say, St. Ives Apricot Scrub work? And HOW often in between waxes? Thanks Casey…and boyfriend may be saying thanks in the next month or two, too!
By Mamasphere on 10.08.08 1:55 pm | Permalink
We visit my in-laws in Brasil ever year, and my MIL runs a waxing business out of her home. It’s so strange to see gaggles of girls coming over and disappearing into the back room, knowing that they’re getting stripped of every last god loving hair. They never make a peep, either (the one time I had it done, and no, not by her, I screamed like a baby). Every single girl in Brasil does it (well, you know, not EVERYONE, but almost). I guess I need to hop on the bandwagon again.
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By Camille on 10.08.08 2:30 pm | Permalink
Oh, I’m still so scared. I will have to go out of town to have it done, I’m sure. But thanks for the info. We appreciate your research!
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By jennie on 10.08.08 4:16 pm | Permalink
Hey there, I read you on feed every time you post – I just lurk though, not really a commenter. Anywho…. I’m from Utah and a while back I remember you said you had a friend who takes pics. My usual photog just bailed on us for our Christmas Card pics and so I went a lookin’ for someone new. That’s when I remembered the great shots she took of you and the moosh and some of your fam (I think). Anyway, shoot me a note if your friend still is in the biz and interested in some work. Thanks! Jen
By HeatherPride on 10.08.08 4:31 pm | Permalink
Yuck, nesting!! Bleh.
Well thanks so much for this tutorial. I might even have the nerve to try it soon. I’m getting closer…
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By Mrs. Wilson on 10.08.08 4:36 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @heymrswilson
I REALLY want to get one now! Seriously!! I won’t have a hard time convincing my husband.
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By Katie on 10.08.08 7:07 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @katiekillian
OW OW OW! I read parts of that aloud to my friend and we both agree that it sounds scary and painful. Maybe someday I’ll have the cajones to do it, but I doubt it. Although, I guess if I can get tons of injections in my underarms, I can probably do just about anything. We’ll see….
By gorillabuns on 10.08.08 7:53 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @gorillabuns
I’m big and pregnant and really don’t care about my business downstairs at the moment. Maybe when I feel like doing the deed again, I’ll try it but I really can’t imagine the baboon.
By Dawn on 10.08.08 7:59 pm | Permalink
I just posted about my friend’s attempt at a brazilian. I was terrified after her email and now I’m intrigued.
By Auds at Barking Mad on 10.08.08 8:20 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @Barking_Mad
Wow, this is quite the education and to be honest I was right there with you until you said the dreaded word…TWEEZERS! Ain’t nobody coming near my nether regions with tweezers! A speculum is bad enough, thankyouverymuch.
By wrongshoes on 10.08.08 8:35 pm | Permalink
I just waxed my legs today! Myself! And when I ran out of strips, I tried duct tape and it didn’t work!
Personally, I gotta keep some hair in my nether regions, otherwise things chafe. I do like to stay neatly trimmed, however.
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By Michelle on 10.08.08 9:00 pm | Permalink
See, I would require more wax than the average woman. I know everybody probably thinks that (or not?), but I am hairy front, back, up, down… I’d rather just get out the beard trimmer and keep it short than worry about ripping it all out.
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By Jessica Gottlieb on 10.08.08 9:40 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @JessicaGottlieb
My waxer found a mole.
It was humiliating.
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By Kate on 10.08.08 10:45 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @KateRawlins
This is now the funniest thing I have ever read – Why ? Because when you’re my age – and I know it’ll be a while for you, Casey – your monkey, and yes, it’s corresponding banana, will have been nakkid for years!
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By Anissa@Hope4Peyton on 10.09.08 12:20 am | Permalink
Twitter: @AnissaMayhew
Ok, now I’m just curious, I might torture myself just to indulge my inner masochist. you are big with teh brave tho. BIG BRAVE!
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By Kellie Buckner on 10.09.08 11:02 am | Permalink
I’m a wuss. A very big wuss. Me and pain (for however short a time) just don’t mix well.
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By sam {temptingmama} on 10.09.08 3:14 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @temptingsam
I can be spread eagle on a bed giving birth to babies, yet something about this irks me.
Ali’s trying to talk me into it. I’ve written about it, yet I’m still scared. I want to… but… I… just… can’t. Dunno why. I may just have to throw caution to the wind and just do it. *sigh*
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By mamacrow on 10.09.08 5:11 pm | Permalink
brilliantly written, well researched, nicely ordered argument, fab post.
am i now going to go have a brazilian?
not in a MILLION years.
sorry.
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By Amber on 10.10.08 10:52 am | Permalink
Twitter: @Silveramberz
apparently i’m the only person in the world that doesn’t really think waxing hurts. I liken it to having a bandaid ripped off you repeatedly in the area. Only one spot hurt for me and that was just because of the way the skin folded there making it difficult. But I HAD THE BEST GAY WAXER GUY EVAR! And I suppose he just knew a few tricks to take the sting out of it. Plus we’d talk the whole time so it was a nice distraction.
And i certainly adored how I’d be bald as an egg for nearly a month and it would grow back softer, so each time I went seemed less painful since we were pulling out thinner hairs. I used to do it every month when I could afford it. And it MOST CERTAINLY was worth it!
Have fun at Disneyworld! I’ve never been either.
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By Lara on 10.12.08 1:14 am | Permalink
Twitter: @laradavid
oh my gawd, thank you SO much for this! i’ve always wanted to ask this stuff and never knew who to ask. this was so helpful!
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By heidikins on 10.17.08 5:11 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @heidikins13
Thank you for posting this, I am a member of the Brazil-nation and absolutely love it!
Enjoy Disneyworld!
….that sounded a little too wierd….but I still whole-heartedly agree with both statements….
xox
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By Ceci on 10.24.08 6:41 pm | Permalink
I’m so late in the commenting on this but… HA! Amen sistah friend!
Oddly enough I had an appt. for mine 2 days later! I can’t say enough about Brazilian ‘kini waxes!
To quote Samantha from Sex and the City: “I was mugged! She took everything!”
By Jane on 10.24.08 6:47 pm | Permalink
Twitter: @jugglejane
Long time lurker coming out of hiding to say you have convinced me to try this again (the last time was 4 years ago). Although, I have to agree – the tweezing is worst than anything else.