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Mark W. Lipczynski, David Kadlubowski, Wes Johnson

Michelle Woo
The Arizona Republic
Aug. 18, 2006 12:00 AM

Toss away those razors and stinky depilatory creams. For those long Arizona summers, we need long-lasting hair-removal treatments. Here are three methods that'll help keep away the daily stubble.

WAXING
Sure, the image of a spatula of hot wax near your nether regions might not sound like the most pleasant way to spend an afternoon, but it's the aftermath that we can't get enough of.

Before you try it, take some tips from Dannielli Marcelino of Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa in Phoenix. Valley women flock to the Brazilian-born waxing guru for her precise technique and lightning-fast rip. She uses a creamy, honey-based wax with vitamin E, leaving your skin fresh and smooth.

A regular bikini wax is $35, a Brazilian wax (where it all comes off, except for a small strip or a triangle or another fun shape of your choice) is $65. Results can last about three to eight weeks.

Make sure hair is about a quarter of an inch long before you wax.

If you're sensitive in that region, take an ibuprofen about 30 minutes before the procedure or try the spa's Relax & Wax No Scream Cream.

Don't get waxed during or near your menstrual cycle. It's best to do it at least five days before or five days after.

For summer-smooth skin, here are your bare necessities:

Before you wax

This stuff reduces the screams to a faint yelp. The secret ingredient is benzocaine, the stuff dentists use to numb your gums. Pure genius. Apply it 30 to 45 minutes before you wax. Relax & Wax No Scream Cream, $17 at Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa (LINK).

If you're feeling not-so-fresh before your big wax, give yourself a quick swipe with one of these gentle, pH-balanced wipes. They give off revitalizing scents like basil grapefruit and citrus galbanum. SweetSpot Labs On-The-Go Wipettes, $1.50 each or 30 for $18 at Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa (LINK)

Post-wax

This roll-on soothes and protects you from ingrown hairs after you wax. PFB Vanish, $25 at Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa (LINK).