I Can't Believe I Just Did That!

[Guest Jennifer2111]

Okay,

So, I went into a pharmacy store to get Nair so i can remove all the hair on my face.

Keep in mind surprising enough I'm not on HRT.

I was wearing just a hoodie with a shirt under, but i got called miss when I was at the counter.

I didn't know what to say, kind of was relived, but shocked at the same time.

Has anyone had a similar experience before?

[Guest Elizabeth K]

It's starting. It's your attitude and how you hold yourself that usually does that.

Lizzy

[Carolyn Marie]

That's terrific, Jennifer. I can't say its happened to me, but its happened to lots of other women on here. It's always affirming to be ma'amed when you aren't really trying, because it proves that you don't have to try, you just are.

Just one thing, unless Nair has a new product for the face, please DO NOT use something on your face that is designed for your legs. It's far too strong to put on your face, and could damage your skin.

Please read the label carefully, OK? Thanks!

Carolyn Marie

[Guest Roxanna L]

I've once been ma'amed on the phone, well before my gender crisis hit.

I still remember being pleasantly bemused, and absolutely baffled, at the same time...

[Guest Deandra]

The same thing happened to me over the phone when i was calling a store. I was quite shocked she called me mam, but i was like 12 at the time.

[Guest JaniceW]

Jennifer,

Good for you on your experieince.

I would strngly suggest that you NOT use Nair on your face as it will most likely cause skin burning and irritation and could cause permanent scaring to your facial skin. Shave your face or do laser or electrolisis for permenent hair removal but avoid dipilatories (Nair and other elated products).

[Guest Jennifer2111]

Okay, well I bought their face cream product and it did sting a little, nothing done to the skin, but it did remove most of the hair after i shaved even the 5 o' clock shadow is gone now.

[JJ]

Nair has been advertising a product that's safe for the face. I'd say just keep an ete out for irritation or reaction still because many people do develop reactions to Nair anywhere after a few uses.

Congratulations on that Miss! As Lizzy said-Attitude is everything

Hugs

John

[Guest ChloëC]

Well, a quick look out on the internet and I can see several Nair products for facial hair removal, including one for sensative skin. And a few Men's products but only shown for legs, chest, and arms, nothing facial.

Jennifer, I'm glad it worked for you. All I can say for others is, if you want to try it, use it in small amounts first and see if there is any bad reaction, and if there is, stop immediately.

Hugs

Chloë

[Carolyn Marie]

Okay, well I bought their face cream product and it did sting a little, nothing done to the skin, but it did remove most of the hair after i shaved even the 5 o' clock shadow is gone now.

That's interesting. I don't suppose it permanently removes the hair, does it? That would be downright miraculous. If not, how often do you have to apply it?

IDK, putting a caustic chemical on my face still seems, um, risky.

Carolyn Marie

[Guest Robin Winter]

There's actually a depilatory specifically designed for the face that has been given rave reviews by ladies on various forums that I've been to. It's readily available in any drug store. It's called "Magic". It's designed specifically for black men to avoid razor bumps, but it should work for anyone, and I'm told it's quite gentle, though I haven't worked up the courage to try it myself. I've even seen comments from women who've used it in the bikini region. It comes in a powder (that you mix with water to make a paste) or a cream. It's also far cheaper than any Nair product I've ever seen.

[~Nova~]

I'm sooooo jealous. I was called ma'am once in Home depot and i was dressed like a guy. I'm so used to acting femme, that I needed something on the lower shelf and squated with my legs together. I was in baggy shorts that kind looked like a loose fitting skirt and the guy came up behind me and can I help you find some thing ma'am.

So exciting.

xoxo

Shelly