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Originally Posted by NightGoddess This is directed to the women who shave the labia (not just trim, but shave)...how do you manage to do this without the use of a mirror and lots of luck? [having shaved both men and women's genitals immediately before surgery, I know this takes time, 2 or 3 single use razors, careful attention to detail, warm water and soap] ...how often do you touch up the shave-job? Your secrets to success?
Is there any hope for women who opt to keep the hedge neatly trimmed, not shaven?
....Or are we considered hopelessly declasse'? |
I found this thread interesting as I have been a faithful shaver for years. About 12 years ago a guy friend of mine was surprised to hear I didn't shave. He was aghast--"Shave that box, girl!" and I've been doing it ever since. So, to answer one of your questions, quite frankly I know my equipment well enough at this point that I can pretty much feel my way around using the other hand. I check all areas to make sure things are smooth, etc. and haven't needed to use a mirror in many, many years.
So, yes! ladies, it can be successfully done! I am an Irish redhead and have rosacea and all kinds of skin issues, so the fact that I can shave is a true testament, BUT, there are some rules to follow that I have collected over the years. Everyone's different, but here's my advice:
1) I use a thick, over-the-counter ladies shave gel for sensitive skin. I have also heard of a shave cream called Coochie Cream. A friend of mine used it and has trouble finding it outside of a porn store, but highly recommends it. She says she didn't get any irritation at all... if I ever find some I'll let you know.
2) Always use a brand-new razor! This is important. When I shave, I typically get all areas at once--armpits, legs, genitals. I had a friend recommend this years ago, and bless her heart it's true. When the razor starts to dull, that's when you get shave burn and nicks and all the other unpleasantness. For special nights, you might also want to consider the area that gets shaved first (for the freshest blades).
3) I use pure, organic aloe on the area afterward. If you're not allergic to aloe, then I highly recommend it. In addition to acting as a soothing, cooling, healing layer of moisture (which gets lost in shaving) it also acts as a natural "steroid" to calm and shrink any swelling. Sometimes I even use fresh aloe from my plant.
4) Change your underwear up. When I am freshly shaven, I find it helps to wear thongs or other undies that do not run through the crevices between gentials and thighs for a day or two so that the skin isn't getting constant friction as the hair begins to grow back in.
Yes, I shave ALL areas, except for the patch above the "business" area as Mrs Spoo mentioned. On average, I shave about once every three days.
Hope this helps,
~Tempest