Today, I tried shaving my bikini area for the first time. I ended up cutting myself several times. I now have impressive razor burn, and it's incredibly painful to even wear pants. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, it turned out the razor I used for manscaping wasn't as new and sharp as I'd thought. My entire crotch is now overcome with an unfathomable amount of razor burn. FML
Today, I shaved my legs for the first time in three weeks. It took half an hour, three disposable razors, and I cut my legs up so badly they look worse then they did when they were hairy. FML
Today, while shaving my nether regions, I slipped and sliced myself in three separate places. They won't completely stop bleeding. I'm virtually having a second period, and it hurts to close my legs. FML
Today, I accidentally cut myself with a razor blade on my toe. Not only does it sting really badly, but it reinforces the fact that I have abnormally hairy toes that need to be shaved. FML
Today, I was in a rush to get ready for work so I quickly shaved my legs. In my haste, I accidentally nicked myself in a very sensitive area and had to spend the day simmering in discomfort and checking my crotch every so often to make I wasn't bleeding through my pants. FML
Today, I decided to conquer my fear of blades, and tried shaving my legs with a razor. I sat on the side of my bathtub and wet my legs, but some of the water splashed. I slipped on it and fell back, hitting my head on the tile wall and slicing my leg open at the same time. FML
Today, my fiancé asked me to do some manscaping. I got a little overzealous and now I look like a 12-year-old boy with razor burn. FML
Today, I decided to take a relaxing shower. My face mask made my face break out in hives. While exfoliating, my nipples became chafed. Then I slipped and cut myself while shaving. FML
Today, I was going to bleach my bikini line, as I have not been able to shave there due to some ingrown hairs, and I also have to lifeguard every day. As it turns out, I'm allergic to the bleach. There is now an angry red, burning rash on my crotch that you can see around my swimsuit. FML
Today, I was shaving my underarms, when I heard a noise. I quickly turned my head to see what it was and got the razor caught in my hair. I'm now sporting a very attractive bald patch. FML
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henrylikestreats 22
Try shaving cream next time.
haileyrows 26
If your razor was dull that could have caused it- otherwise you should invest in higher quality razors and shaving cream. Your comfort is worth a few more dollars.
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henrylikestreats 22
Try shaving cream next time.
doctorhook86 25
Don't forget hot water. Seriously, soak a rag in water as hot as you can stand, then rest lay it on your skin. Every few minutes as the rag starts to cool off, wring it out and soak it in the hot water again and reapply. After about ten minutes of this, your skin will be hot and your pores wide open. This is how old-time barbers would do those really close, super smooth face-shaves that last for days.
brunettesara5722 17
shaving cream or research types of razors for sensitive skin.
smokecloud_ 37
I once bought this stuff called Cootchy. It was the best shit I'd ever used. I got it from Hustler. Zero razor burn. zero discomfort.
priyaaaa124 22
Or cheap conditioner, it works surprisingly well!
Arwen_Evenstar 37
Cheap conditioner (the big bottles from a supermarket/drugstore etc. for a dollar) are easier and cheaper than shaving cream. An electric shaver is even safer though.
Gamera_fml 14
Hi
wvcheesehead 13
They make a product called beaversoft that supposedly eases this discomfort.
captain_mal 19
I use those electric hair clippers and it's the best idea I've ever had. It may not be a smooth shave considering it leaves about 1 or 2 centimeters of hair but it's a thousand times better than razor burn!
z3r0d4z3 22
If you have some baby powder use it. It helps with friction from clothing and keeping the iritated area dry.
Miss_Moody23 19
Baby powder can cause infections and also increases your risk of getting cancer. Bad idea. As everyone else has said, over-the-counter products and even conditioner works okay. Honestly, I have found time to be the only thing that makes it better. The longer you do it, the more your skin gets used to it - will definitely be trying the hot compress though!
Arwen_Evenstar 37
My electric leaves a few mm, not cm. The upside of a less close shave is no itching when it regrows.
sabrinawho 15
YES! Pure Romance consultants sell them! I highly suggest it for ANY parts of the body. All you need is a dab! ;))) get it op!
Llama_Man2000 26
We all learn from our mistakes, unlucky OP.
Dlzq 22
I keep doing that same ****-up every time. Guess I don't learn.
icekitten14 12
Um, better luck next time?
mct_1087 27
Solution: Shaving Cream.
Llama_Man2000 26
We all learn from or mistakes, unlucky OP.
connortheconifer 9
Shaving cream.
oliviajnance 8
This sounds weird but after shaving put deodorant on your bikini area and you won't get razor burn. It really works!!
WattledParsley 11
Don't think that'll be good for the cuts.
igive 29
it should be powdered basef deodorant.
Enslaved 38
#8 is right. I use Dove for sensitive skin. It should be fine if the OP has small abrasion but not huge gashing cuts. I've even used Chapstick for paper cuts before and that worked great.
rhysfucker 24
Also never use Nair on your ballsack. Just saying...
icekitten14 12
Um, I think OP is female.
SystemofaBlink41 27
So, what? Men can't wear bikinis now?
nataliewby 25
#29, some world this is. What's next, women can't wear jock straps?
BigC_from_Bama 16
and what about bras? There's some dudes that REALLY need one!
irishmaiden78 23
Personally, I recommend a good conditioner and doing after soaking in a warm bath. The hair is softer and easier to shave. Also, use a mirror if you have one...
Steve95401 49
The worst part is that the hair will grow back too soon and you'll have to go through this all over again.
sweetnsourrr 11
Nah the worst part is when the hair grows and you have this awful itch.