Review: Hair Care Down There Ultimate Shaving Kit
Saturday October 4, 2008
Most women opt for the razor on the bikini area because it’s quicker and cheaper than waxing. But this sensitive zone is much more prone to getting bumps, redness and ingrown hairs.
Ultimate Shaving Kit
© Hair Care Down There, Inc.The Ultimate Shaving Kit by Hair Care Down There was created using a three step shaving system to help tackle those issues, including everything else you could possibly need for shaving your bikini area- including stencils and jewels!
How did it rate with me? Read the review of the Ultimate Shaving Kit. If you want to try any of their products, make sure to use this code for 10% off any purchase on their website.
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Ultimate Shaving Kit
© Hair Care Down There, Inc.
How did it rate with me? Read the review of the Ultimate Shaving Kit. If you want to try any of their products, make sure to use this code for 10% off any purchase on their website.
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Tweezer for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Wednesday October 1, 2008
If you’ve read my Tweezerman Slant Tweezer review, you know that I love almost everything about them- from the flat body design to the hand-filed tips. With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I thought I’d share with you the new limited edition BCA Tweezerman Slant Tweezer (compare prices) decorated with the pink ribbon. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of these tweezers go to breast cancer awareness and research.
Photo Courtesy Pricegrabber
Waxing and Alcohol
Monday September 29, 2008
“Relax and Get Waxed.” That’s the slogan at The Wax Bar in Seattle Washington, not because they take you to a special aromatherapy room or give you a little massage to ease any pain. Beer is sold to help soothe your nerves. It’s legal, they have a permit to sell beer, but not wine.
I know waxing can sometimes be painful. So that got me thinking, would alcohol draw you in as a waxing customer? Please vote below:
I know waxing can sometimes be painful. So that got me thinking, would alcohol draw you in as a waxing customer? Please vote below:
Sugar Wax Vs Sugaring Paste
Friday September 26, 2008
Sugaring is becoming more popular for many reasons: being more gentle and less painful to the skin than waxing, and made out of natural ingredients. The real sugaring technique uses a warm paste to rid hair. So what about sugar wax, isn’t that the same? No, not quite. Read the real scoop in: Sugar Wax Vs Sugar Paste.
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Hair Removal Habits for Fall
Tuesday September 23, 2008
I absolutely love the Fall, and can’t get enough of the crisp air and try to take advantage of the peak of the season where the scenery of the beautiful foliage showcases the different hues of golds, oranges, reds, and browns. Always being drawn to those colors I picked my first cat because her coat had most of these beautiful colors blended throughout her fur- so I named her Autumn.
Depending on where you live, the Fall might mean a big change in weather to cooler days and chilly evenings. While you might be curling up and slowly bringing out sweaters, coats, and jeans, you need to also make sure you’re up to speed in the hair removal department so your skin doesn’t become overly dry.
As the weather cools, we lose the humidity in the air. Granted, humidity is awful for overly curly hair and makes us sticky mess, but does bring moisture into the skin. If you are a shaver, choose your gel or cream wisely. Stay clear of ones containing alcohol and sodium lauryl sulfate, both can be extremely drying to the skin. Shaving also exfoliates the skin, so be sure to apply a lotion to help replenish any moisture lost after coming out of the bath or shower. Dry skin is less pliable and can also cause ingrown hairs to be more prevalent, especially in the underarms or bikini area.
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Depending on where you live, the Fall might mean a big change in weather to cooler days and chilly evenings. While you might be curling up and slowly bringing out sweaters, coats, and jeans, you need to also make sure you’re up to speed in the hair removal department so your skin doesn’t become overly dry.
As the weather cools, we lose the humidity in the air. Granted, humidity is awful for overly curly hair and makes us sticky mess, but does bring moisture into the skin. If you are a shaver, choose your gel or cream wisely. Stay clear of ones containing alcohol and sodium lauryl sulfate, both can be extremely drying to the skin. Shaving also exfoliates the skin, so be sure to apply a lotion to help replenish any moisture lost after coming out of the bath or shower. Dry skin is less pliable and can also cause ingrown hairs to be more prevalent, especially in the underarms or bikini area.
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Male Body Waxing: Expert Interview
Friday September 19, 2008
Yes, guys are getting waxed. Just ask Loretta Wilson, owner of Just for You in Tempe, Arizona. She specializes in men’s waxing at her salon, but goes beyond that. Wilson also travels around the country teaching other waxing pros how to advance their techniques. So what are guys getting waxed these days? And what kind of men are waxing? I bet you're dying to ask, how do they handle the pain? Loretta answers these questions and much more in the male body waxing interview.
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Tria Laser at Home Now Available In Stores and Online
Wednesday September 17, 2008
When Tria first launched, it was only available at aesthetic physician's offices. Now it’s available at Bergdorf Goodman in New York City, Fred Segal in Santa Monica, and select Bliss Spas. For the full, list go to the Tria store locator. Curious how it works and looks? Any retailer will give you a live demonstration. If you don’t live close to a Tria retailer, purchase online at Tria’s website. $995 gives you the system and free Ground Fed Ex shipping.
Those with dark skin tones cannot safely use the laser hair removal system at home. But if you aren’t sure if you fall within the safe range, simply contact Tria by phone or email and they will send you a free skin tone chart. I've been using Tria, and very happy with my results.
Photo © Chris Roy
Leery of Epila Laser at Home Device
Monday September 15, 2008
Last month I asked for reviews of the Epila laser at home device selling for $199 after getting an email from a reader, and curious myself on if it worked. After checking out the Epila website I found some pages that were unavailable, including no direct contact information, and the go ahead to use their diode laser on dark skin tones. A big no-no for diode lasers because they can burn, scar, and blister those that don’t have light skin. A comment was posted about Epila’s confusing, and somewhat arrogant return policy.
What I didn’t tell you in the blog post is that I contacted Epila (through an email form) asking to try their laser to review on this site. I know they received the email, because I got one of those automated reply messages. It’s been one month since my email, and no word from the company. That really makes you wonder if they stand behind their product. So if you have tried Epila, please post your review in our hair removal forum.
Quite the contrast with two other companies that have FDA cleared devices (Epila isn’t FDA cleared), like Tria Beauty Company which makes Tria, and HomeSkinovations that makes Silk’n. Both have complete contact information and have always called or emailed me back, answering all of my questions. Tria Beauty took me up on my request to try their home laser, which you can read about in Testing Tria Part I and Testing Tria Part II.
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What I didn’t tell you in the blog post is that I contacted Epila (through an email form) asking to try their laser to review on this site. I know they received the email, because I got one of those automated reply messages. It’s been one month since my email, and no word from the company. That really makes you wonder if they stand behind their product. So if you have tried Epila, please post your review in our hair removal forum.
Quite the contrast with two other companies that have FDA cleared devices (Epila isn’t FDA cleared), like Tria Beauty Company which makes Tria, and HomeSkinovations that makes Silk’n. Both have complete contact information and have always called or emailed me back, answering all of my questions. Tria Beauty took me up on my request to try their home laser, which you can read about in Testing Tria Part I and Testing Tria Part II.
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Save on Shaving Bikini Area
Friday September 12, 2008
Last month I asked readers through a poll “Where Do You Hate Having Hair?” Right now facial hair is in the lead, but the bikini area is trailing behind by one vote. Not surprised in the least because ways to rid bikini hair is a very popular search in this hair removal site.
Ultimate Shaving Kit
© Hair Care Down There, Inc.Here's a company serious about ridding hair in the bikini zone- Hair Care Down There. Specializing only in products for shaving your bikini area. If you think I'm kidding, let me tell you what's in their Ultimate Shaving Kit. The groundwork is a 3 part shaving system: clear non-foaming shaving cream (so you see exactly where you’re shaving), a soother to prevent ingrown hairs, and moisturizer. Other tools included in the kit: stencils and body jewels for designs, an ultimate shaving guide, two sided comb, brush, double-sided mirror, high visibility razor, and safety scissors. Oh yeah, and it comes in an adorable carrying case.
Right now you can save 10% at Hair Care Down There. Find the coupon code you need in the hair removal forum to get your discount.
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Ultimate Shaving Kit
© Hair Care Down There, Inc.
Right now you can save 10% at Hair Care Down There. Find the coupon code you need in the hair removal forum to get your discount.
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Laser Hair Removal Gone Bad
Wednesday September 10, 2008
As with a lot of laser hair removal centers, you pay up front for the series of treatments. Erika Malast did just that, paying over $2,400 at Speed of Light, in Largo Florida. While laser hair removal doesn’t claim to rid all hair forever, there should be a large reduction in hair. After eight months of treatments, Erika claims her knees and legs still had light blond hair.
The clinic closed back in April of 2007 and never re-opened. So Malast couldn’t take advantage of free touch-ups for two years that she saw in the company’s advertisement. The owner claims all treatments were refunded, and Erika says she hasn’t received a dime.
Beware of when you had over a big chunk of change up front to a spa or laser hair removal center. Know exactly what you are signing up for, and read the fine print. Read the full laser hair removal story from, Tampa Bay’s 10 News.
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The clinic closed back in April of 2007 and never re-opened. So Malast couldn’t take advantage of free touch-ups for two years that she saw in the company’s advertisement. The owner claims all treatments were refunded, and Erika says she hasn’t received a dime.
Beware of when you had over a big chunk of change up front to a spa or laser hair removal center. Know exactly what you are signing up for, and read the fine print. Read the full laser hair removal story from, Tampa Bay’s 10 News.
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