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By Anonymous - 07/03/2015 04:26 - United States

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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By Taylor - 15/07/2012 14:42 - United States - Eastchester

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

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By Anonymous - 22/03/2013 19:15 - Italy - Catanzaro

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

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By scaryhairy - 04/11/2009 01:44 - United States

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

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By Anonymous - 18/04/2023 18:00

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By Anonymous - 23/11/2014 00:10 - United Kingdom - London

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

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By JasonX0656 - 29/01/2017 06:00 - United States - Kalamazoo

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

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By Anonymous - 24/11/2018 09:30 - United States - Henderson

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

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By nobleach - 02/07/2009 14:05 - United States

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

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By Anonymous - 11/12/2009 21:58 - United Kingdom

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

Saturday 7 March 2015 19:32

Try shaving cream next time.

haileyrows 26

Saturday 7 March 2015 19:40

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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Cass_x 22

Saturday 7 March 2015 21:18

I always use a "lady shave". At least that's what it's called here. It's electric. I've never used a razor before & I also don't really think I ever will.

baba01_fml 17

Saturday 7 March 2015 21:38

So don't wear any pants for a while

LarissaT18 18

Saturday 7 March 2015 21:42

Shaving cream, a 3 blade razor, and lots & lots of practice...

bab3ruthl3ss 16

Saturday 7 March 2015 22:00

... Why didn't you stop when you first cut yourself?

____Spencer____ 8

Saturday 7 March 2015 22:14

Never heard someone call it a "bikini area"

a1_z9 10

Sunday 8 March 2015 0:43

It's referred to as such because it's generally just the hairs that pop out and show when you're wearing a bikini that you remove!

kargirl3 14

Saturday 7 March 2015 22:21

put some cream on it or deodorant

lostinareverie 21

Saturday 7 March 2015 22:30

Furthers my opinion that wearing pants is over rated.

jew_lala 11

Saturday 7 March 2015 22:34

If it was your first time OP you may have gone "against the grain" and from experience you never go against the grain of the hair ( only area on the body you can't) always go with the hair grain or you're entire bikini region will be red bumps and soar as hell!

jeepers_1 21

Sunday 8 March 2015 2:35

I do both. I have shaved regularly for a few years now. I don't get nearly as bothered as I used to

siggy_mcsigx 22

Saturday 7 March 2015 22:46

Cutting while shaving down there is one of my biggest fears. Thankfully I've avoided it so far. It helps if you have a good razor with a flexible head. Do it Very slowly, and not in the shower the first few times. For now, just focus on keeping the area very clean and aired. So skirts are a plus for that, not just your comfort. Honestly, the hair is there for a reason (shaving being hygienic is a myth!), so never feel ashamed if you don't feel it's worth it to get rid of it.