Working on one spot at a time, gently rub the skin with the sandpaper in a clockwise motion three times. The point of this product is that since you arent shaving your legs, the hair wont grow back as quickly. This is a hair-buffing pad with superfine crystals which looks odd but it did get rid of my stubble and it was pretty painlessly too. (03/16/2009), I was thinking of trying this product. Some skin may have come off, but no hair. 12 Best Acne Products for Your Clearest Skin Yet, 11 Best Tinted Moisturizers for Easy, On-the-Go Coverage, This Is the Manicure You Should Get, Based on Your Astrological Sign, by brianna121791 they work but getting the technique down takes a lot of patience and practice. Then, I decided to try it on my armpits, and nothing was happening, so I tried harder, and then my skin became irritated. I have it and its from a long time ago. (02/09/2009), I think shaving is much more economical. Report as inappropriate. It worked okay on coarse hair, and did a really lovely job of exfoliating, but ranged from "not good" to "useless" vs fine hair, depending on how dense the hair was. Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 08:06PM This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you purchase through our links. Nd now its growing back nd i havv the feeling its gonna be thicker darker and even MORE Noticable. You can still get this device on Amazon or eBay. This product guarantees smooth legs with minimal effort and no pain. so much for exfoliating. Thayer's makes great alcohol free witch hazel and has a wide variety of fragrances that are light and pleasant. I was actually thinking about using some of these. It does remove hair and does an excellent job exfoliating as you would expect after sanding. I really wanted to try this, specifically for my face (upper lip) It did actually remove some hair, but it left my skin very red, with a burning sensation. I wanted to try this product for a while but my skepticism always overruled. It allows you to prolong the time between shaves, but unless you're trying to use your razor for longer, it's probably easier to just shave. Honestly, it seemed like the answer to all of my problems: Id stop wasting all that money on razor blades (site note: why are they so expensive?!) This product was so disappointing and I still regret purchasing it to this day. The instructions say to remove all skincare products, etc. Word to the wise: when something new comes out, wait a couple months then buy it at Wal-Mart. What I dont like about it is that you have to wait for the hair to grow at least 1/2 (it recommends a full 2 inches of hair!) This product is essentially sandpaper and it's astounding how quickly and easily you can overdo it and hurt yourself. At one point, I had to rub so hard that I got something that resembled razor burn on my shins that burned for hours. I used this thing for the recommended time and ALL the hair was still there, then I did it for 10 minutes on the same spot on my leg, and ALL the hair was still there. Our site uses cookies to give you the best user experience and to anonymously track web traffic. After a day of growth, I was ready to finally try this miracle product. I tried this product and I wont be using it again. I have a Conair HB5R that has rotating discs which have the same abrasive material as Smooth Away. Either platform works just fine. No matter which method you choose it must always be performed on completely dry skin. I really, really, really wanted to like this product. Shes lighter than I am, but when she tried it, ALL the hair was still there. but do not press hard or use these on wet skin or you will burn yourself, bad. Do Not Buy! I hope someone has them and knows. Not the thing for Mediterraneans, Latinas, or African American girls. Ever, by Lillium_Stargaz (03/16/2009). However, this product did not work for me. you must rub in a circular motion clockwise, then counter-clockwise, working one small patch of skin at a time. Very helpful article. Being it seems to work for some and not others, I think some skins might not be able to take it well. So a quick rinse and you have nice smooth legs! Tried it, hated it. And the redness lasted several days. Not worth it, I threw it out. It was called Hair Off Mitten. Enter your email and check the boxes below to get But I still have hair. This was a waste of my money, unfortunately. i got the same reaction as elizabeth. I couldn't get any hair to remove, all I got was red skin, and no results. There's a really funny play-by-play review of this product on RockstarMamaOnline.com, I wish I read that before wasting $12. Along with the Smooth Away applicators, the kit also comes with four refill pads. My skin just hates razors so I thought this product could finally be the solution I was looking for. No matter where I tried it this did not work at all. I had tried to get in the bath and it only made it worse along with moisterizerBut my sister in law still has no problems so I think if you are using it right and it is doing that then it is more like an allergic reaction, benadryl really helped me so I figured I would suggest it to all the others that are having a simular problem.oh and A&D first aid ointment is for burns and it really helped take some of the burn away so I could sleep. It is an easy process to remove all body and facial hair. This was a very helpful article. The issue with this product is not just that it doesn't adequately remove hair, it removes your skin with it. I AGREE CHEAP RAZOR'S LEAVE ME VERY UNSATISFIED. Sunday, October 14, 2012 at 05:25PM ThriftyFun is powered by your wisdom! How is the strike-through price determined? Doesn't work. Hair still there but your skin is red and raw. My legs and my arms both turned bright red and burned intensly I followed the directions to the tee. Even laying in bed was uncomfortable. I am not saying that everyone will be satisfied, but I certainly was. It removed the fine hairs, but the area was a little sore and red for a little while. Wow! It only comes with a few extra pads and those all have to be used in order to see any difference on just the lower part of the leg. Save your skin, your time, and your money and just don't bother. Plus you have to use a circular motion. When I used it, I realized it wasn't working. Thursday, September 27, 2012 at 09:10PM Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at 03:28PM I too was definitely disappointed with Smooth Away. Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at 07:07PM This does about as good a job as sand paper, it has the same effect. Smooth Away review. I decided to try them at least once. Welcome to TwoXChromosomes, a subreddit for both serious and silly content, and intended for women's perspectives. This technique came about becasue due to rationing razor blades were virtually impossible to procure. I got this given to me and tried it several times and I am not happy with it. To my horror, I looked down to find my entire leg covered in what looked like white chalk. The first time I used this product was before a shower and on my arms. The best choice of abrasive is 600 grit sand paper as it is very fine and will not damage the skin. For questions pertaining to this deal, click the Ask a Question button below. The Schick Intuition was not the best razor I have ever used, but I did like it because it made shaving super fast because you didn't have to mess around with shave gel. It doesn't work, obviously if you from anything for long enough it will removed some hair.. or your skin! This product like as many of the as seen on tv products is a big disappointment! Must pay applicable tax and provide name and shipping address at checkout, which will be shared to facilitate shipping. Keeps hair gone longer which is nice since I have really thick black hair and have to shave everyday to stay smooth but the downfall and it's a big one, it takes me about an hour and a half to complete this process. Then I tried somewhere else, ALL the hair was still there. Additionally, I only have to repeat the process every couple of weeks and I have the added benefit of skin exfoliation. I think this works best on leg stubble. This did not remove any of my hair and I barely had any stubble. I wish I hadn't bothered with this one. ALOT. It somewhat removes unwanted hair, but it definitely exfoliates your skin to silky smooth! By subscribing, I agree to the Terms of Use and have read the Privacy Statement. Not anymore. Because Conair no longer markets this device and has ceased to sell replacement discs I have come up with the perfect soultion: I buy 600 grit adhesive backed sanding discs and just apply them to the discs. I've used them on my cheeks/upper lip and the hair was removed nicely - it did leave my skin a little irritated but the redness goes down after a while. Wednesday, June 27, 2012 at 01:11PM Report as inappropriate. It took a ridiculous amount of time especially because Im 58 and have long legs, haha and was so not worth it. I love that I'm able to use this product while doing other things ( helping with homework, just relaxing) definitely easier than shaving with three kids running around. (02/16/2009), If you want to save a few more dollars, use conditioner instead of shaving cream. I used as directed on my arms and it worked great. Report as inappropriate. Copyright @ 2006-2022 SheSpeaks Incorporated. Also the chalkiness comes off very easily, simply wipe down your legs. Don't know how or why but it does. This product is basically sandpaper for the skin. I think I'll stick to waxing. The polishing pads were very smooth and did not feel grainy at all. Since World War II women have used sand paper for hair removal. It removes a lot more of skin than any product should. When I followed the 3 steps above the results were better and I had waaay less irritation. then i used it on my mustache lol nd it worked. I cut it into a size that's easy for me to handle and gently rub my legs with it. Such a disappointment. I jus want 2 say thank you kindly . Let my dd in college try it. TotalBeauty is a property of TotallyHer Media, LLC, an Evolve Media, LLC company. It does take longer than the commercial says but after I did the circular motion it worked great. (02/03/2009), This product was no good for me. what is that about? Only I didn't pay $10 for it. Report as inappropriate, by LittleBunny I guess this is just sandpaper. by Chris213 I do not even use that when I do body work on my Trans Am. That sounds like too much money to me. 2022 All rights reserved. We would like to send you notifications on the latest Product Review Club offers. Sign in to get personalized notifications about your deals, cash back, special offers, and more. My friend works at a laser hair removal place and she told me that their prices just went to over $4,000 for both legs, so this seems like a little investment to try. We are a welcoming subreddit and support the rights of all genders. It seemed like a lot of work to get very minute results. The more delicate areas of my legs, like my ankles, were especially hard to work. If you've got extra time on your hands or are scared of razors or something, go ahead and use these. Maybe facial skin is way too sensitive for this product. To the person (alpha -omga i thnk) talking about how to use 600 grt sandy paper. First of all, the instructions say that this only works on dry hair that is less than 1/4". I gotta say, after spending $700 on laser hair removal a couple years ago and having it ALL grow back, it was worth it to spend $12 at Wal-Mart to give this a shot. I expected my skin to be 100% smooth after this product, but instead my legs felt as if Id shaved 12 hours ago. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone. (03/16/2009), I bought this product and read all the directions. unles we were doing it wrong, which i doubt, id say clearly NOT a good product. I buy 260 grit sandpaper! I have them all. I used Skin so soft by Avon and it did not work at all. (05/05/2009), Bronze Post Medal for All Time! is your destination to rate and review your favourite products. You have to work in circular motion, 3 times clockwise, 3 times counter clockwise, until the hair is removed. The So lucky of me to have bought it on a sale! I love how clear you explained everything and i love your suggestions. I did exactly as they say and this did nothing but irritate my skin, even after using lotion my skin is still raw. Its a daily (or weekly, depending on the temperature) ritual that everyone hates. I excitedly got home to try it out, as I hate to admit that sometimes I have the bad habit of being too lazy to shave. Sometimes I get too lazy to shave and the hair grows kind of eekish but on that event it was mere stubble so maybe I have to get amazonian in order for this thing to work but who knows (or cares?). I tried it years ago, it made my skin extremely sensitive to where anything I wore would hurt my skin. I did a search for the Hair Off Mitten and found out that it is still sold today. I'm scared to even use it. Report as inappropriate. save your money & buy a racerback bra. I would think it would be more expensive than shaving would be. The fact that Smooth Away turned my legs to chalk, caused me the pain of shaving with a dull razor, took a much longer time and didnt even give me smooth legs prompts me to tell you guysnot to buy this! Click below to answer. By subscribing, I agree to the Terms of Use and have read the Privacy Statement, See Promotional Terms. i love how you ended it with Save your $10 and buy some mascara instead! lol(: Thanks for the review. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I was pleasantly surprised as to how smooth they made my legs. Not worth the pain to me. I would NOT recommend it. I was very careful not to apply too much pressure on my skin. After having no success by following the instructions I decided to try it out on a multitude of different hair lengths, with wet, damp, and dry skin, and lastly skin that was freshly cleaned and skin that had been moisturized, but nothing worked. Using the body-sized applicator, I did this for about five minutes, or the time it would take me to shave my entire leg. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. You use less of it and it leaves you really soft. and expert beauty tips delivered straight to your inbox! I would never ever recommend this product to anyone. My legs had the just-waxed feeling without any pain to go with it!! i saw a demo of these in person, so i bought them. View the Groupon Goods FAQ to learn more. Hair removal tools flex-crystal pad uses an exfoliating process to instantly and painlessly remove body or facial hair without chemicals. The only reason I can think of that youd need this product is if youd need to be clean-shaven as youre getting off an airplane. (02/01/2009), There are many confusing feedbacks on this product. I tried out the product as well. this rilly makes me just wanna sue these liars. I had seen the ads and it looked promising. Does Smooth Away really work? All of this conveniently comes in a small travel pouch. It takes me 20 seconds in the shower to shave. (04/14/2009), Oh my gosh, I bought these on Friday. Or any other ingredients used to make the surface of the pads? The shopkeeper had said that she used it and it worked well for her. The instructions for this item are pretty simple and I thought I followed them perfectly but all it did was rub my skin raw. This process of hair removal can also be done manually. I had to take benadryl to get it to go awayMy sister in law used it the same day the exact same way and she had one pink spot that was gone by mourning and no hairThe next day i decided to rty it again just to see and I did a small spot on my leg and now my entire leg is red and burning and I only did a very small spot.and to make matters worse I now have this rash on my arms from the day before. Short of shelling out a few more hundred dollars for electrolysis, this wasn't a big deal. The pain I felt when the water hit my arms was incredibly startling. Scan to download the Groupon Mobile App on IOS or Android. you have to rub in circles so many times to just get ONE hair out. It seems to be a great product but I do not think that I would ever put it on my face. I just bought my kit today. I guess how long would depend on the type of one's hair. it only slightly trims down the hair to a poky stubble (should have just shaved to begin with), hair does NOT simply smooth away because the hair did NOT go away. at first. Biggest waste of ten bucks. (02/01/2009), Watching that commercial today, I was pondering the careful use of very fine sandpaper. by andyv1217 Unpleasent but way faster. See Promotional Terms. What the product does is removes hair and also dead skin. My chin and upper lip do feel smooth, but it did take quite awhile to get done, about one hour. The only use I would recommend it for is if you want a great leg exfoliater. This process may need to be repeated several times to successfully remove hair. Im Mediterranean. Ive tried it, too. Limit 3 per person, may buy 2 more as gifts. I just use it for exfoliating stubborn ingrowns so my epilator can get them. wich rilly sux.So dont use this BS. So I recently bought the Smooth Away hair removal system and I have to say its not bad. not worth the money, so sad. Posts are moderated for respect, equanimity, grace, and relevance. i used it on my legs and my arms. I bought this from the 'As Seen On TV' Store in my local mall. I think those who found it shaved like an electric razor may be blonds or women with very thin body hair. by misschanel67 (: by popnutty640 Copyright 2007-2022 College Fashion LLC I totally agree with the previous poster that it's a complete waste of money. Genius! First time purchase only, local category deals. I read where you have to buy a new pad every two times you use it on your legs. Have you ever used this product? GREAT AND HELPFUL TIP'S. I put on some anti-acne cream to get down into the pores, so hopefully that will keep me from getting any kind of break-out. I Just stick with going for regular waxing. Gosh.. it is like using sandpaper! (01/30/2009), Here is a website concerning this product:www.OfficialTVWebsite.com. It feels like sandpaper. Removes hair with exfoliating crystal pads, Safe for the upper lip and sensitive areas. The hair came right off my arm without any problems. i icant use it, explain me more :/ Leaving the skin more vulnerable to chemicals, toxins etc. (02/03/2009), I bought something like this years ago at Ames. Time to fill this bad boy with great products like gadgets, electronics, housewares, gifts and other great offerings from Groupon Goods. Does anyone know what kind of crystals "Smooth Away" is made from? Then I tried the back of my hand, ALL the hair was still there. And ud get paid. But in the end, I choose shaving instead because it's quicker. I make my own special moisturizer: shealoe butter mixed with 10% Honeyquat PF and 10% glycerin by weight. Find out by reading our in-depth review. I was too embarrassed to return it. PRIVACY POLICY TERMS OF SERVICE, Copyright 2007-2022 College Fashion LLC |, Hautelinks: What to Pack for Paris, Strawberry Nails, Black-Owned Swimwear Brands, & More, Vans Outfits: How to Wear Vans Sneakers with Literally Anything in Your Wardrobe, What to Wear to the Gym: Gym Outfits for Women That Are Fashionable and Functional, 12 Best Waterproof Makeup Products for 2022. Report as inappropriate. elizabeth thatnks for the great post. anyone who wants to try them,DONT. Seriously i would definitely follow u. I knew that it would remove at least the very thinnest top layer of skin, as does shaving, but I did not realize just how easy it was to remove more than that. Im not being sarcastic when i say this u should do ur own utube chanel, or tick tock,ig,etc. After a ridiculously long time of trying to make it work, I gave up and decided to take my shower. (04/13/2009). It did not remove the hair unless some pretty significant force was used and about triple the instructed circular motions. Also really loved the history lesson. Want to receive FREE products to review? A waste of $20.00. The kit comes with two sizes: A body-sized applicator thats three inches long and two inches wide, and a smaller applicator for facial hair thats two inches long and half an inch wide. Reckon I'll stick to shaving! Has anyone else tried it? Step 4:Apply moisturizer to the skin. I made this purchase at Walmart thinking that it was a great idea (praying that it would work). Now I use this all the time instead of shaving at all. the stuble is growing back nd btw its rilly uncomfertable so hoping it doesnt turn out too bad. Wash off your legs and dry them before applying the product, 3.) Does anyone have a number for them where I could get my money back? DO NOT WASTE your TIME! Report as inappropriate, The Best Bond-Building Hair Care Products, 9 Sweatproof Foundations That Stand Up to the Heat, Why You Should Add a Professional Spray Tan Mister to Your Must-Buy List, Summer Foods Boasting Big Beauty Benefits, Your Beauty Routine Can Affect Your Fertility, 7 Foods and Drinks That Will Help You Sleep Better, Best of Total Beauty: All Our Best Beauty Product Stories in One Place. So in order for this product to work, you have to use it for several months without shaving in order to slow the growth process of the hair. I'm looking for a better way to remove hair and now I know what I should avoid on my next trip to the drugstore. The backside of the sandpaper should be against your finger and the abrasive side of the paper should be facing out. I am very disappointed with this product. (02/19/2009), I bought this product yesterday and love it. Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at 07:38PM I recently used it on my upper lip and am now suffering with a burn that is very visible and embarrassing. It really hurt, and it didn't get rid of the hair. I would not buy this product, as it's a waste of money. My machine is electrical and the discs are a two-component system: The center disc rotates in one direction and the outer disc rotates in the other. I completely agree with what youve said. I purchased this product years ago when its commercials first started appearing on television. It's like a nail buffer. I have very sensitive skin and showed no signs of irritation whatsoever. Emphasize the 'careful' part, as pressing hard might cause abrasions. Pat skin dry with a towel. I got it for unwanted facial hair, and tried it out on my arm first. UGH. I have thick, coarse hair- so perhaps this was the issue. I suggest trying it for yourself and seeing if it works for your skin. This product only works on longer hair and does not help at all with stubble. for it to work effectively. I could definitely do without it! I tried it on my legs and was amazed at the results! Chances are, Im not alone on this. Can best explain why with this statement: I dislike sanding human flesh. Sorry..but OUCH to the 260 grit. my cousin got this for christmas, and we were all so excited because we heard all the hype about how great it was. This product promised so much but delivered so little. You just have to loition your leg afterwards. It takes way too long to use for hair removal, and only gives the same result as shaving. The Smooth Away Hair Removal set includes a pack of smooth away pads, each covered with superfine crystals that buff away unwanted hair and leaves your skin smooth. Gillette Venus Embrace Razor and Razor Heads, Mott's Fruitsations Unsweetened Strawberry-Kiwi 6 Pack. I notice a lot of people complain about irritation but did you: 1.) Just find a fine grit sandpaper and rub it against your legs. It comes in 3 platforms HB1R, HB5, and HB4R. I wouldn't use it every day though. I imagine it would be very time-consuming, sandpapering a large area like a leg, even if it did work. Is it worth the money? Grant it you do have to put more pressure than as directed but the results are pretty good. Step 2:Wrap a piece of 600 grit sandpaper around your index finger. If you have sensitive skin it may be a bad idea. I was curious about this product. Then change directions and gently rub the skin in a counter-clockwise motion three times. It leaves skin feeling raw and irritated. my lip i guess had an allergic reaction nd it got kinda bumpy nd it HURT. Monday, September 3, 2012 at 11:27PM Better off shaving or waxing. first i used it on my legs, wich got me nowhere. I tried using it many different ways but it never worked. What did you think? Personally speaking, there are so many toxins in the environment and in lotions etc that we put on our skin, I would hesitate to use any product that would irritate the skin the way this one says it does. It hardly got any hair from legs. Though on the down side it does take forever, so until something better comes along Ill probably stick with shaving. Haven't tried it on my legs and probably won't. My lesson learned- if it sounds too good to be true, it most likely is too good to be true. @cheryl i also found that they dug into my back and hurt reallly bad! Please read our full disclosure here. I got my legs waxed yesterday and that was awful so this seems like a better alternative. Honestly, the most wasteful use of money there could be! Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Overall, the product does work to an extent. I have been using a similar "system" for many years on my legs. I intend to continue to use them at least until I use all the pads that came with the original package. I really liked it. After my arms were really dry and itchy, but after lotion they felt great. Shaving has never been an enjoyable task for me because no matter what combination of products, razors, and methods I use I still get pretty terrible razor burn. The next morning I woke up to not only harsh stubble on my legs, but parts of my legs actually looked like it had black burn marks on them!! I was so excited to try it as the concept was very unique and appealed to me because of my incredibly sensitive skin. Report as inappropriate. (02/02/2009), I found these pads at a Walgreen's pharmacy saving the shipping and handling. The worst! I used smooth away for the first time. Step 3:Rub the abrasive side of the sandpaper gently on facial skin to remove hair. it just left my skin red and irritated. It depends on what kind of hair you have. NOT!!! wasted 10 $! Ihate shaving. and my cousins hands started to swell and turn red! All in all, not a bad deal for $12. Not anymore! U really know how to save. For post-purchase inquiries, please contact Groupon customer support. Facial hair that's been shaved is too coarse to remove with Nair or any similar product. 205Posts. Homade lotion? I can also use Velcro backed discs. I would never use the one on the second page. Visit their main website for more info: 2006-2022 ChickAdvisor Inc. All Rights Reserved. This product did not work at all. I didn't bother trying it on my legs. If it removed any of my hair, I couldn't tell. The first few times I did it my legs were left a little red and irritated, but they quickly became accustomed to it. by Tlee They do work. ChickAdvisor Thats why my interest was piqued when I saw a commercial for Smooth Away. my legs have never been smoother after using these! DONT BUY, SAVE YOUR MONEY. The only difference I saw was that my skin was chaffed and the hair was moved a little but it was not removed. Probably shouldn't try that again! All it does is sand away your skin, it hardly even removes the hair. I've been wondering about that myself. Will keep using. Report as inappropriate. (04/25/2009), I purchased the smooth away kit from Dollar general for 10.00. (Most of us have dark, strong hair.) I don't know if it's just like the Smooth Away Hair Removal Pad, but it was cheaper. prior to use, so that may be the problem many people have encountered. It works. After a while of rubbing and rubbing I glanced at the directions thinking I just HAD to be doing something wrong and saw that nope-I was not. does not work!!! so we all tried it. That has got to hurt like hell. Club is now on Butterly Communities. My skin felt dry and was flaky afterward, and areas like the knees and ankles was almost impossible to do. I found this on sale at my local grocery store for half price and decided to give it a try. This product was. When I used this stuff, I put on lotion before using, and guess what it made me ashy. and I would save my skin from the nicks I still sometimes get. When my friend Mary Beth came back from Thanksgiving break with a pack of them, I knew I had to try them for myself!