tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post8229111220000312300..comments2024-03-26T07:25:55.850-04:00Comments on A CUP OF JO: How to get smooth legs for the summerJoanna Goddardhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18109285188206811042noreply@blogger.comBlogger85125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-88679610112215598972014-05-30T23:11:40.709-04:002014-05-30T23:11:40.709-04:00Whoa; glad I read through the comments, because I ...Whoa; glad I read through the comments, because I didn't know Gillette still was on the fence with animal testing. Did a bit of research. <br /><br />Their parent company is Procter & Gamble, who haven't committed to a worldwide ban on animal testing. They do use animal testing for sure for China's market (because of the regs there). I couldn't find any clear info on whether or not they (Gillette specifically or P&G as a whole) still test on animals otherwise.Mirawynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04725439249056135733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-30948618336210833722014-05-30T22:48:09.460-04:002014-05-30T22:48:09.460-04:00I used to use Venus razors, but I was never comfor...I used to use Venus razors, but I was never comfortable with the level of waste, or the cost! Two years ago I switched to an old-fashioned safety razor with double-edged razor blades! Where I live, the blades are recyclable (in a tin), so it's very low waste.<br /><br />After researching the ingredients in standard shaving creams and gels, I ditched those. (Skintimate, for example, rates from four to seven on the EWG Skin Deep database!) I switched to all-natural shaving soap and a shaving brush, then to coconut oil or olive oil.<br /><br />Shaving is easier than ever, and I get a better shave. Plus, my skin is so very soft. And in two years, I've only nicked myself twice. Both times I was really rushing (and knew I shouldn't be), and it was while shaving a knee. Barely hurt, barely bled, healed fast.Mirawynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04725439249056135733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-48851045751392622792014-05-21T00:40:58.152-04:002014-05-21T00:40:58.152-04:00I really prefer to shave after a bath, I find I ge...I really prefer to shave after a bath, I find I get way better results. My routine is very similar to this except after exfoliating I apply oil to my legs and then shaving cream. For some reason it gets even closer and my legs are so smooth! I love waxing for the long-lasting results, but you never quite get the extreme smoothness of freshly shaved legs.Erica @ Acire Adventureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13537734219733582635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-81731245037869002132014-05-19T20:51:21.703-04:002014-05-19T20:51:21.703-04:00I haven't shaved in about 13 years! I use an e...I haven't shaved in about 13 years! I use an epilator!! I really don't understand why women in american still shave. In Portugal I don't know a single woman that uses a razor to get rid of body hair. Gillette monopoly... with the money you spend on those expensive razors you could buy 1 epilator that last for years plus, your hair grows out thinner and it's at least 2 weeks before I have to worry about body hair. Isabel Marqueshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10638585487858055686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-22386757877907597252014-05-16T23:46:02.791-04:002014-05-16T23:46:02.791-04:00I use coconut oil. I keep it in a jar in the showe...I use coconut oil. I keep it in a jar in the shower with a little measuring spoon to scoop it out. I haven't used lotion since I started using coconut oil - almost 2 years ago. Makes my skin so soft.beautifulobjectshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12036347971658397446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-31394817995336814212014-05-13T19:16:37.303-04:002014-05-13T19:16:37.303-04:00Very nice topic and very interesting I enjoyed it ...Very nice topic and very interesting I enjoyed it very much<br /><a href="http://www.basmetelriyadh.com/%D9%86%D9%82%D9%84-%D8%A7%D8%AB%D8%A7%D8%AB/" rel="nofollow">Furniture</a><br /><a href="http://www.basmetelriyadh.com/%D9%86%D9%82%D9%84-%D8%A7%D8%AB%D8%A7%D8%AB/%D8%B4%D8%B1%D9%83%D8%A9-%D9%86%D9%82%D9%84-%D8%A7%D8%AB%D8%A7%D8%AB-%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%B6/" rel="nofollow">Transfer Furniture</a><br /><a href="http://www.basmetelriyadh.com/%D9%86%D9%82%D9%84-%D8%A7%D8%AB%D8%A7%D8%AB/%D8%B4%D8%B1%D9%83%D8%A9-%D9%86%D9%82%D9%84-%D8%B9%D9%81%D8%B4-%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%B6/" rel="nofollow">Transfer Removals</a><br /><a href="http://www.basmetelriyadh.com/%D9%86%D9%82%D9%84-%D8%A7%D8%AB%D8%A7%D8%AB/%D8%B4%D8%B1%D9%83%D8%A9-%D8%AA%D8%AE%D8%B2%D9%8A%D9%86-%D8%B9%D9%81%D8%B4-%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B1%D9%8A%D8%A7%D8%B6/" rel="nofollow">Removals and storage</a><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01484285307938715065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-23558475526419531342014-05-13T18:07:50.504-04:002014-05-13T18:07:50.504-04:00I love the picnic blanket and basket in the photo....I love the picnic blanket and basket in the photo...would you mind telling me where they are from? <br />Thank you!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09261986215642097860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-6465760488005926942014-05-12T23:22:54.010-04:002014-05-12T23:22:54.010-04:00Gillette products are absolutely FULL of chemicals...Gillette products are absolutely FULL of chemicals. Plus, they don't tell you that their blades can be sharpened, which means billions of them are thrown out each year. <br /><br />I use a device called RazorPit to make my blades last for 6 months. I also use a shaving oil by Oscar Natural http://www.oscarnatural.com/. <br /><br />It's important that we all think wisely about our grooming routines. Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14698748747483019131noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-27511946246804878422014-05-10T19:20:50.175-04:002014-05-10T19:20:50.175-04:00Actually, I use cold water. I sort of do the soak ...Actually, I use cold water. I sort of do the soak in normal hot water while I shower, but at the end I make it really cold. I get goosebumps, which makes the hair stand out, and I think it gives me a closer shave! Definitely have to be more careful with new razors, though. Organic Spicy Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16716809070261632674noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-49413722333330542442014-05-10T16:00:08.995-04:002014-05-10T16:00:08.995-04:00I just use bar soap (handmade) or coconut oil to s...I just use bar soap (handmade) or coconut oil to shave. The ingredients in Gillette and other shaving creams concern me.<br />Also, I use a safety razor, which is awesome-a pack of 100 blades is $15, as opposed to that price for about 3 Venus. And much less wasteful, as the blades can be recycled.Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12208223944505617487noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-90063295783936280482014-05-10T01:30:12.952-04:002014-05-10T01:30:12.952-04:00I also wanted to mention that I do not support Gil...I also wanted to mention that I do not support Gillette because of their animal testing practices. It would be great to see them make some positive changes.Arianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04094274019512553676noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-12380896030847825192014-05-09T14:01:15.261-04:002014-05-09T14:01:15.261-04:00I have to shave my legs everyday (otherwise I feel...I have to shave my legs everyday (otherwise I feel dirty) so I have my routine down. I dry brush my entire body before shower, then at the end of my shower I lather up my legs with Dr. Bronners and shave away with my Gillette Venus. Easy, smoooooooooth, and quick. Dry brushing is also fantastic for circulation. Erin Shapirohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14819598109730017485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-6497095268188045552014-05-09T13:57:04.579-04:002014-05-09T13:57:04.579-04:00Everyone, You have to check out Harry's- a new...Everyone, You have to check out Harry's- a new company from the guys at Warby Parker, and all they do is razors. Its so awesome, and they dont rip you off for replacement blades- its like $15 for 10 cartridges or something. Woohooo!!!Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07166400551271285415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-7537005688442856712014-05-09T12:11:16.165-04:002014-05-09T12:11:16.165-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Michelle Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11413551778217987589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-51975769995700906002014-05-09T12:04:33.067-04:002014-05-09T12:04:33.067-04:00USE BABY OIL or COCONUT OIL!!! instead of shave cr...USE BABY OIL or COCONUT OIL!!! instead of shave cream/gel! It does wonders for moisturizing your skin during & even after. Another benefit: I've noticed that using baby oil extends the life & sharpness of my razor blades. Plus oils are so inexpensive & have fewer chemicals. Just try it-you'll never go back!<br /><br />thanks for the tip on exfoliating scrubs, I'm going to try it out!Michelle Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11413551778217987589noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-63756607478219318002014-05-09T09:45:42.259-04:002014-05-09T09:45:42.259-04:00A couple have already mentioned using olive oil or...A couple have already mentioned using olive oil or olive oil body wash, which really does work great for shaving. It's super moisturizing and, of course, more natural than a lot of other products out there. What I've used for a long time now and would recommend to anyone (even/especially to those with sensitive skin) is a simple olive oil bar soap. I buy the Soap Works bar at my local food co-op, and not only does one bar cost about $2.50, but it lasts FOREVER. As long as the soap is kept out of the shower/away from water when it's not being used, it can last for months. Plus, it's great for traveling because it's light and small (you can even cut a bar in half) and not have to worry about transporting liquids. <br /><br />*Side note: I'm of Italian descent and dark/hairy, with sensitive underarms, and the olive oil bar soap works wonders for it all :)<br /><br />http://puresoapworks.com/olive_oil.htmcarrie.pichanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06565120807993153784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-6424707056528645462014-05-09T09:08:43.510-04:002014-05-09T09:08:43.510-04:00I exfoliate with coconut oil and sugar first, then...I exfoliate with coconut oil and sugar first, then when I rinse the sugar off there's still enough coconut oil on my legs to give me a smooth shave. The only downside is that it dulls the razor faster than if I used soap or shaving cream, but it gives me a smoother shave for sure.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00967397163785550255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-64056663645334647742014-05-09T08:42:09.133-04:002014-05-09T08:42:09.133-04:00This is so weird. Everybody here waxes or lasers t...This is so weird. Everybody here waxes or lasers their body hair away. Do you shave every day?? Doesn't it itch? I can't stand a man who doesn't shave, so I believe I would hate my legs all the time :))Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09015929845739120555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-2686303539895237172014-05-09T07:26:49.310-04:002014-05-09T07:26:49.310-04:00Hi Joanna!
I think you like this chart too.
http...Hi Joanna!<br /><br />I think you like this chart too.<br /><br />http://www.pinterest.com/pin/308918855660047562/<br /><br />Nice greets from ViennaLillihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04355983230739350492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-25924182963231903212014-05-08T23:23:35.386-04:002014-05-08T23:23:35.386-04:00Moisturizers like Suave are great and ladt longer ...Moisturizers like Suave are great and ladt longer than any shaving cream or gel. A large bottle is cheap and only a small amount is needed. Best tip.I've learned. I wax at home witb Sally Hansen strips and shave in between to clean up--legs and bikini. Inky shave underarm area because it is sensitive. Never Brazilian because it is not healthyles427https://www.blogger.com/profile/06889523873814865831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-9354360895361265162014-05-08T23:21:29.134-04:002014-05-08T23:21:29.134-04:00I use the men's razors also. I need to be bet...I use the men's razors also. I need to be better at putting on lotion - my legs feel so dry!<br />Renaehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09665337063225859452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-3810245086177488212014-05-08T23:05:25.345-04:002014-05-08T23:05:25.345-04:00My routine is just like yours, with one exception....My routine is just like yours, with one exception. My husband was living in Europe when he and I were dating, and he bought me this olive oil body wash in Turkey. It's all I've shaved with ever since! It's thin and smooth, but leaves my skin feeling so soft. Thankfully he bought me two bottles, but I don't know what I'll do when I run out!<br /><br />http://marmara.all.biz/100-saf-zeytinyagl-krlangc-dus-jeli-g20520Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08001207081199670307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-1266964474710998292014-05-08T22:48:00.848-04:002014-05-08T22:48:00.848-04:00I usually use Gilette Venus razors and Gilette Sat...I usually use Gilette Venus razors and Gilette Satin Care Dry Skin shaving gel. I prefer to shave in the middle of the day or at night. I would always nick myself when I shaved in the morning. Then I learnt that our skin tends to be a bit puffy first thing in the morning leaving us susceptible to nicks and cuts.<br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01122658547279134632noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-36918197967777304832014-05-08T22:26:34.298-04:002014-05-08T22:26:34.298-04:00I put hand sanitizer on my razor before I shave. R...I put hand sanitizer on my razor before I shave. Right when I get in the shower and then I shake it off the blades when I go to shave. It's made a big difference in my acceptability to razor burn.Victoriahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18326921267983302625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28060897.post-6457086961525243392014-05-08T21:06:30.238-04:002014-05-08T21:06:30.238-04:00Beth (and others looking for greener, healthier al...Beth (and others looking for greener, healthier alternatives) check out this post: http://thenotepasser.com/blog/2013/5/24/its-not-easy-being-cleanAngiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02838470080486897859noreply@blogger.com