Average Rating:
(3.89 out of 5)
Total Reviews: 201 Write a review about the GiGi Brazilian Bikini Wax Microwave Kit | |
Best Stuff Ever!!!
Reviewer:
J. Clark
from Florida Thu Jul 23 2009
Always went to the salon for Brazilian's until I had enough paying someone $80 to torture me. Tried cheap, at-home kits from Wal-Mart and CVS and they were nothing but a sticky mess that weren't good enough for my legs let alone my bikini region. I bought the Brazilian hard wax as well as the GiGi adjustable wax warmer, muslin strips, and after-epilation relaxing cream. IMPORTANT!!! The "no-strips needed" aspect only works for the inner thighs and directly below navel regions. To get the more 'intimate' regions, apply the hot wax to small sections of the muslin strip and then apply the wax-strip to unwanted hair. Relatively painless that way!! I found that if you try it the other way--wax on skin first and then muslin stip on top of wax-- the muslin strip will pull and the wax remains on your skin for you to pull off by hand....NOT FUN!!!
Works well, but needs warmer
Reviewer:
Leeann
from Sacramento, CA Fri Jun 19 2009
I used this product for the very first time. I have had the whole brazilian waxing done a few times in a salon before, but decided to try it myself.
The kit has everything you need, however I would reccommend buying the waxing strip cloths, it is easier to pull the cloth rather than the hard wax. If using strips, when you apply the wax, immediately apply the cloth strip to the wax. It is much easier to pull this way, and it removes all of the wax.
I would also recommend getting a wax warmer if you are planning on continuing to do it yourself. It takes about an hour or so to heat up the wax, rather than about 30 seconds to about a minute if you are using the microwave. However, when using the microwave, you have to pause to reheat the wax, which was a pain.
It is very time consuming, I would say about an hour, more or less.
This is very painful! It is a very sensitive area, so if you cant put pain upon yourself, I would not reccommend it. Otherwise good product!
Amazing!!
Reviewer:
Kitty
from Toronto, Canada Tue Jun 09 2009
This product is amazing. It was my first time doing it, I have never done it in a salon or by myself before. I tried shaving it off years ago and it's such a nightmare. Got the Gigi wax based today and it's not as messy and difficult to apply as I thought it's gonna be. The best thing is the wax only stick on the hair but not on my skin, so I didn't really have to use the wax off lotion. It's painful because it is such a sensitive area, but it's all worth it. I am now nice and smooth and all ready for the special occasion.
Excellent Product!
Reviewer:
Irish in NYC
from NYC, NY Thu May 28 2009
Love this. Heats up in a few minutes in the microwave and easily removes stubborn bikini line hair. It's as good as going to the salon, end result brilliant! One thing is that it can be messy but not a big problem if you just throw old rags on the floor first. Will definitely buy again!
Amazing
Reviewer:
Silvi
from Austin, Tx Mon Apr 27 2009
It works really well, and i found out that my armpits sweat less after I wax. Hair grows finer and each time it's easier to wax. Can't live without this kit.
WOW!!!!!
Reviewer:
Shawntee
from Okinawa, Japan Fri Apr 03 2009
So I was really nervous about waxing, as I'd never done it before. But as soon as I got going it was so easy. And not nearly as painful as I anticipated. Yes, certain areas were a bit more sensitive than others. It only hurt for a second. Then I was good! As long as you follow the directions you'll be fine. Put light dusting BABY POWDER before the wax, though. It helps to prevent alot of left over wax. Not as messy this way!! AND PULL QUICKLY! Going slow is torturous! Ugh!
And yes! It may be a bit painful or uncomfortable. But you ARE pulling the hairs out at the root! Just do it quickly and follow the directions! You'll be fine!
As for me, I'll NEVER go back to shaving again! This waxing system is a MUST HAVE!!
no salon ever
Reviewer:
Christina
from Texas Sun Mar 15 2009
this set is just what i needed to not have to go tot he salon for waxing anymore. followed the directions to the letter and my results were way less painful than the salon.
only had to do 2 30sec warm ups in the micro. application was easy and removal was easy as well. very happy with it.
New to waxing
Reviewer:
Rings
Wed Mar 11 2009
Ok I read all these reviews on this very site before I bought the product and I still went for it because I was interested. I don't go to salons to get waxed. I have never even been waxed as I typically use a razor. I followed the directions and this stuff totally works. I also took the reviews into consideration and did not heat the wax too hot. Now although this stuff works like hell... it hurts like hell too lol. I kept the skin all tight and stuff, but with every pull I winced and the hair came off. All of the reviews on this product not working are people heating the wax too much or applying too thin of a layer. I found that the thicker layers of wax were easier to grasp and if the wax is not too hot then it dries really quickly after it is applied. Although I only got about 4 stips into it before I gave up...that's because I am a big sissy and it hurts lol. If it wasn't working then I would not have been in pain. It was actually a nice clean and even pull of the hair also. I think this is a great product for you girls who can be patient with directions so you get it right and for those of you that can tough it out. And trust me... I like razors even more now... I am off to finish the job that way instead hahaha
Painful and ineffective!
Reviewer:
christina
Fri Feb 27 2009
Awful. Half the time it didn't pull any hair out. The times it did stick to hair, it was so painful to pull, it was like tweezing a bunch of hairs at once. I always get Brazilians and can sleep through them...this one made me see why so many other women wouldn't get them done. I threw out the practically full jar after a half-hour of attempts.
A review
Reviewer:
Laura
from Michigan Sun Feb 08 2009
You know that when a person takes time to write a review is for 2 reasons: the product was great and they loved it, or they just simply didn't like the product. I really loved this product. Yeah, it was a little messy, but if you put the wax on the applicator and rotate the applicator so that the wax is even and not dripping its really easy to apply. Also, if you're a first timer like i was, try using muslin strips cause they work like a charm. ****What I would suggest is for you to take a couple of minutes to practice anywhere on your body that is almost hair free to get the hang of it and get the right timing, before you decide to move on to the "tough parts".*** This product was very gentle with the skin, and i found it a lot less painful then going to the spa.
HORRIFYING
Reviewer:
Sherri
Tue Nov 25 2008
I used this wax on a client and it was horrible to get off. Left my client in pain and me feeling humilliated that I used an inferior product on a client. This stuff is like taffy and trying to get it off the skin is a nightmare. Will be asking for my money back and sticking to the wax I know. HORRIBLE STUFF!!!!!!!!
Gigi Brazillian microwave wax
Reviewer:
Smooth
from Georgia Thu Oct 23 2008
The first time I used this product, I found it to be extremely gooey and hard to remove. (Scary when you're doing a brazilian) Since then, I have used the muslin strips and it works wonderfully. I also turned down the a/c...LOL I highly suggest using the numbing spray beforehand and the pre wax oil. Make sure you pull (quickly) at an angle. Pulling slowly just prolongs the pain. Give it a second chance, if you're new to doing it yourself. The results are worth it!!!
Great product!
Reviewer:
Natasha
Fri Sep 12 2008
I used to go to the salon to get Brazilian waxes, but it started to get really expensive, so after reading the reviews on here, I decided to try the GiGi Brazilian Wax Kit. You have to be careful not to make a mess (you'll get the hang of it!) and I would definitely suggest taking a couple of Tylenols or Advils first. Don't listen to the reviewers complaining about the pain. Waxes are painful and there's no getting around it. This one gets the job done with minimal pain and you can do it in the privacy of your own home.
2nd degree burns
Reviewer:
DM
Thu Sep 04 2008
I followed the directions on the container. After heating for 30sec. then 15 sec intervals twice, the wax stayed hard on top of container except for a small area that was pasty. I used the applicator to push on the pasty area and the wax must have melted underneath to liquid. It poured onto 3/4 of my hand and gave me second degree burns. I now have scaring. I strongly urge people not to use this product.
Great product...waxing's just tough
Reviewer:
Jen
from MI Sat Aug 23 2008
I found this product to be very good quality. That being said, my waxing was quite a failure, but thru no fault of this product.
I will say that you need to deviate from the directions a bit and go with what works. Microwaves aren't uniform, but the product needs to warn people so they don't burn themselves with wax. I microwaved in 30-second intervals, but it took a lot of turns to get the wax the correct consistency. I originally struggled because it seemed like "caramel" to me but wasn't hot enough and it wasn't sticking to me. Make sure it's very soft and workable and just not hot enough to burn.
The product worked great at hair removal. I just found that, despite being able to tolerate someone else waxing me, it's just too hard to move fast enough through a painful rip of hair in those delicate spots. It's back to the salon for me.
But for those hardy individuals, this is the best waxing product I've ever tried. You might want to buy some muslin strips though because it might make things a bit easier.
Works great
Reviewer:
shannon
from Phoenix Arizona Tue Jul 15 2008
this is the first time i've tried this product and only my second time doing an at home brazillian. there was minimal pain, just make sure to keep skin taught when pulling. tweez out the stragglers and you're good to go.
Worst !
Reviewer:
Jodie
Sat Jul 12 2008
This is the first time I have written a review, that's how BAD this product is. I have been waxing for ten years and I have never had a severe problem with wax like this. I saw this product one day while shppoing for something else. It looked so simple I decided to try it. I was soooooo wrong. After I put the wax on there was no getting it off!!!!! It even stuck to my fingers!!! Of course when I read the container to see about removal they had their own cream! They company knows how bad the product is! It was Sunday and no stores were open yet so I did my own research and peanut oil removed it.
TAR LIKE SUBSTANCE
Reviewer:
D
from Virginia Sun Jun 08 2008
Well, it worked. However, removing the excess wax was nearly impossible. This is a very messy kit. In the future I will look for one that is easier to work with and use rubber gloves!
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT!
Reviewer:
lexusprincess
Fri Jun 06 2008
I have used this product on my upper lip and on my bakini and it works very well! I highly recommend this product to anyone who really just wants a nice at home kit. I also love the lotion you put on after your done waxing. It smells so good and it really relaxes your skin after. AMAZING PRODUCT! BUY IT!
mmm I think it worked for me!
Reviewer:
Ji
Thu May 29 2008
I don't know why some people think it's not good. I used it just a few days ago and it worked well! My boyfriend waxed my pubes for me and the result was awesome even though it's his first time to wax body.
It was my 4th time. 1st, I waxed mine in a very expensive salon and it was perfect. It took just 5 min, no pain, no scar. But soon I realized it's quite expensive comparing to other normal shops. So I went to Russian girl's salon and it was horrible. She touched my sensitive area with her long nails. 3rd time was thai girl's salon and it was even worse!!! (I wanna kill her!) She used wax so many times to same area and I saw my bleeding skin that night.
My boyfriend didn't want me to go to salon anymore cos I suffered so much. But one day, we found this stuffs, and I'm pleased to find it. You don't have to go to salon anymore and much cheaper! With this package, you can use it 3 times or more! And fast!
No more money, no more blood.
I'm happy with my soft skin now. (And it works for very strong skin too! My hair is quite strong.)
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