When it comes to hair removal products, the usual pluck and shave solution just won’t cut it – literally speaking, those method are so old news. Unless you were born yesterday, you’re probably still stuck with your trusted razor and tweezers – like me. Until I discovered Completely Bare. With all honesty, I really think it is safe to assume that I have spent countless hours to date trying to remove my unwanted lady pit hair. All I ever want is to have fresh, silky-smooth skin and free from stubble.
PIN IT! Sometime last year, a trend/hype surfaced where more and more women are embracing their armpit hair. As much as I want to say it doesn’t bother me, it does. I can’t live with mine. Doesn’t matter how short. It’s itchy, it’s prickly … and it sure makes me feel like a cactus or a porcupine. I respect other people’s space and perspective, but on a personal level I just can’t do it. It may be psychological, but somehow I (kind of) associate my unwanted lady pit hair to body odor. Which obviously is a big turn off! So if you’re in the same boat as me and are looking for a product that you can truly rely on without having to nick and cut your skin with razor or spend so much time plucking each strand one by one – you’re on the right page!
While taking a trip to a favorite salon or spa seems fun and pampering, it’s not always attainable. Obviously it isn’t practical, plus the fact that appointments don’t really work well with most of our work flow or schedule. Even so, that doesn’t stop us from keeping up a good-hygiene. Enter: Completely Bare – offering a range of products for a spa-quality professional grade hair removal at the convenience of our own home.
Relax & Wax – Ready, Set, Wax
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I have to be very (very) honest with all of you … I was quite skeptical to give it a try at first. I have been so used to my traditional method that I wanted to cower down and back out. I have only waxed a few times with a professional and I didn’t want to mess anything up. To top it all, my underarm was just recently shaven so the length isn’t long enough to be waxed. I was too chicken to try on my lady bits … so I went for my legs. You know what? It went waaaay better than I thought. The hair on my legs were gone before I could even say goodbye or yelp for help. It didn’t hurt like crazy neither. It was like a mild slap/sting and that was it. There’s a few redness afterwards but eventually went away.
How about on my lady bits? I have never waxed there before. I tried on a small corner. Given that I have low tolerance of pain – I wasn’t completely ready for what’s to come. I pulled, and yep – just as I thought, it hurts! Then again, I did say I have low tolerance of pain. I have to get use with the wax strip pulling more than one hair at once instead of one by one. Did I finish the whole area? No. I got discouraged. I left things as is and you know what I noticed after? That area remained really smooth and no ingrown neither! Next on my to do list is to take care of the rest.
Tips for the waxing newbies:
- Please don’t wax your face or any parts of your body that you have applied any other treatment. I am not an expert but I highly doubt mixing things would be a good idea. I personally use a product with AHA and will never try using that product if I am planning to wax my face. Remember, precaution is better than cure.
- Also, do not wax on any areas of the skin that is sunburned (especially now that summer is just around the corner), scratched or compromised in any way – it’s best to avoid damaging your skin further and let it heal first.
- Last but not least, always make sure to pull the wax strips off in the opposite direction of the hair growth. If it’s pointing towards the left, pull towards the right. Going against the growth direction guarantees a better pull of the hair without pulling the skin along.
Be a Beauty, Not a Beast – Don’t Grow There
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This moisturizer is an instant favorite! Normally my underarm hair grows quite fast (by that, I meant within a week or so when tweezing and a couple of days when shaving) and I’ve decided to put it to a test given that I just shaved the day I got these products. Guess what? My hair growth after a few days was less itchy and thick? Or at least that’s what I think I’ve noticed.
Needless to say it was super easy to use as I only had to apply twice a day. When used in conjunction with the other products, my hair didn’t grow as fast as it usually does … additional 4 days in my count.
Keep it Smooth, You’ll Never Lose – Bikini Bump Blaster
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Despite saying “Bikini” on its hero label … this product does more than what it seems to do. That’s because these pads aren’t just meant for the “bikini” area and in fact can be used on the face and body to get rid of the appearance of bumps. To top it all, its’ fast and effective formula also help prevent and eliminate the growth of ingrown hairs. Personally I had those on my lady pits and bits and they’re annoying, dark, itchy and painful to get rid of! You bet I am ecstatic to finally have a fix for that dilemma.
From what I gather, over time these products when used properly together will eventually decrease the growth of my hair, its density and length. Of course, every body is different and we all respond to products differently. Overall, I would definitely recommend these products to try out. Everything I have shared on this blog post feature/review is based on how these products made me and my skin feel after using them regularly. In fact, I just discovered that they also have a product called “razor bump blaster” which I will be getting for my hubby. Got to keep him well-groomed too you know! If you have any questions feel free to ask using the comment box below or send me a direct message. Until next post. xx
Belle
This is awesome! I’m always in the look out for great hair removal products. I need to check this out.
Belle
Janel
I’m a bit of a chicken when it comes to waxing, I’ve never done it. I’ve been wanting to give a try just haven’t found the right product yet. This looks worth a try, atleast on my legs.
Silvia
This product sounds great! Anything that makes it easy to remove hair is a thumbs up in my book.
Nicole Feliciano
I used to go to Completely Bare salons in NYC. I had no idea they made home products.
Bill S
This sounds like a great way to remove hair! I know my wife hates to shave it can become a pain to do.
Debra
Not sure I would ever use this product but I am sure there are lots who would like this.
Alix Maza
Ooh so interesting! Love your hair also.
Alix
Cynthia @craftoflaughter
I absolutely hate to shave so need to give this a try! I would love smooth skin all year long.
Nikko arnold
Ohh these products look awesome!! I’m def going to need some of them for summer.
Heather
I have never tried this product, but it sounds very promising. I have a very low tolerance for pain too so thanks for keeping it real on that point! LOL! I do my eyebrows, but I would have to get up the nerve for other areas!
Karen
Good job on this waxing mission. Great tips, but I am still going to pay the big bucks and have someone else do it for me. I cant handle it! haha…
Rachel
Glad it was a good product for you and your hair is awesome! Thanks for sharing.
Debra Schroeder
I’ve never waxed. I’ve tried hair removers, Epilady when it first came out, decades ago, but had so many ingrown hairs it wasn’t worth it.
Terri Steffes
I loved reading about it and your review, but I am so afraid. I don’t have a low pain tolerance, in fact it is high, but I hate pain at all. Such a baby.
Jennifer (JenuineMom)
Your skin looks really smooth! I’ve never even tried waxing, though — I think it would hurt too much and my skin is too sensitive. But I think I am in the minority. Looks like a good product for the brave!!
Cassandra
I don’t think I’d have the nerve to do this myself. I’ll stick with going to the spa!
Krystel @ Planning The Magic
I’m liking this! Very handy. I wonder how my skin would react to this.
Divya @ Eat. Teach. Blog.
I should look into this! The closes place to getting my lasering done is 70 miles away!
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh
Oh great! I am always looking for an easy to use at home hair removal system. I’ll have to check this stuff out.
@ Hip Mama’s Place
i really need a new method of hair removal because i can’t take shaving everyday anymore! I would definitely give this a try.
Blythe Alpern
I’ve tried a few products from Completely Bare and I really liked them. I have the hair inhibitor but I forget to use it. When I do remember I have noticed the difference in makes in hair growth time.
Angela Tolsma
Your photos are lovely! I have been wanting to find something other than shaving because it is getting so frustrating so I will definitely check this out!
amber
I’ve never used a hair removal product… I think I’ve read/heard/seen too many horror stories involving it to give it a go! lol!
Rose Sahetapy
I always be careful to use hair removal products, but your review quite convinces me. Thank you for the tips.
Dawn McAlexander
If it is one thing that I detest it is shaving. If I can get the hair off my legs without doing it, then I am all about it. I need to try this.
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife
This is so helpful because I will need this before we go to Mexico! I haven’t ever tried any at-home products so it’s great to have your recommendation. Thank you!
Orana Velarde
I am the biggest chicken when it comes to hair removal. I waxed a couple times, hated it. I’m a trimmer more than a full on get rid off everything kind of gal. Here in Sri Lanka if you don’t shave your legs for a month no one will even notice. There are some serious bear legged ladies here. jajajaja. Great photos btw.
Courteney Noonan
Completely Bare sounds amazing! I’ve never waxed before and had bikini bumps so I’m thinking of giving this a go x
Di Hickman
Love this review! Always looking for good hair removal products. Like you I appreciate everyones right to choose but I cannot have hairy armpits! Summer is coming!!!!
irina
Oh girl I need this product. I shave my legs every day. I hate shaving. You looked amazing in these pictures dear.
Keren Charles
I could never do this at home. I have low tolerance for pain. I have to go to my bikini wax salon. Thanks for sharing your review.
Amanda Love
This sounds like an awesome way to remove hair without having to leave the house too! I’m definitely convinced and it would be nice to give it a try! Thanks for introducing me to the brand.