Removing hair in, ahem, sensitive areas ...

[dontneednoaccuser]

I am thinking about getting this professionally done (usually just Veet it)

Does it really hurt, and is it embarrassing or are beauticians well used to this request ... ?

[PettsWoodParadise]

I only ever used to do it via a ladyshave then this summer, first holiday in aaaaaages and I plucked up the courage to go into a local salon and explain it was an untamed wilderness that hasn't been touched since my c-section ten years previously. They didn't bat an eyelid! They recommended a hot wax and seriously it didn't hurt except a little bit when I flinched expecting pain. It was more pricey then the regular wax they advertised but I think for a first time that worked for me.

[Goodbetterbest]

It's so common now, they won't bat an eyelid.

It hurts where it's dense hair, but that's just the first time. Keep it up and you barely notice it.

[Chicinwellies]

See, I read these threads and think yes but what if I'm different, ie I'm not the perfect shape, and at 37 I've never had anything waxed.

[travertine]

Trim things down a bit, and stop worrying. Go in for a half leg wax or eyebrow first so you can feel more comfortable with them.

[Goodbetterbest]

I'm 45 and started to go all off a few months ago. I've had 4 kids and the beautician hasn't recoiled/flinched at what she's seen.

I worry more about how it would work if I got piles again.

Honestly, it isn't a big deal anymore. Be brave. Or don't go the full monty yet. Build up to it.