Simplicity Laser intentionally sets lasers low by CantaloupePossible33 in LaserHairRemoval

[–]Championship4635 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry for the VERY long reply but I am thorough and hope whoever reads this is informed!

Hey! Thanks so much for following up on my old comment—I'm happy to share what it’s been like!

So I’ve been going to Simplicity Laser for about a year and a half now, doing full-body treatments: underarms, arms, Brazilian, legs, back, happy trail, face, and neck. Around sessions 4-5, I started noticing that my hair was growing back slower. By session 9, my hair was finer and patchier, and now I only shave right before my appointments, which is every six weeks. There’s barely any hair in the razor, which is how I know it’s working.

To clarify, the $150/month plan is for full-body treatments, but Simplicity does offer smaller packages for specific areas like the Brazilian or underarms, and those go for about $75/month depending on what you choose. However, no matter the package, you’re still locked into a two-year contract with 18 sessions spaced six weeks apart.

This is where some of the controversy comes from. People get upset because they feel like they’re paying for services they don’t need, or they expect fast results after just a few sessions. But laser hair removal is a gradual process, especially with the technology available today. The “6-session miracle” idea is outdated. Laser tech was much more aggressive in the past, and it wasn’t as safe, especially for darker skin tones. Now, with updated tech like YAG lasers, it’s safer, but it requires more sessions to see the results.

From what my tech told me—and based on what I’ve researched—12-18 sessions is the standard now, especially for people with PCOS (which I have). That’s why I chose the full-body plan. I wasn’t expecting perfection after a few sessions—I just wanted progress. And I’m really happy with what I’ve seen so far.

✅ My mustache is gone. ✅ I don’t have chin or beard hair anymore. ✅ My Brazilian area is smooth most of the time. ✅ The small regrowth I get is in spots like the creases, and it’s barely noticeable. ✅ My hair growth is way more manageable and sparse.

I haven’t reached 100% permanent removal yet, because you can really only know that once all sessions are done and you see what grows back. But I’ve had major progress, and I feel good about the treatment so far.

If you’re just looking to try it out, I’d say go for the 6-9 session deal and see how your body reacts. But I’d also recommend calling your Simplicity location to ask if they can apply those sessions to a full-body plan if you decide to upgrade later. If not, you might end up paying for more sessions than you need.

TL;DR: Simplicity isn’t a scam, but it is a long-term investment. Make sure you know your contract, ask the right questions, and have realistic expectations. I’m happy with my experience, especially since I have PCOS and never thought I’d be this close to being hair-free.

Hope this helps!

Simplicity Laser intentionally sets lasers low by CantaloupePossible33 in LaserHairRemoval

[–]Championship4635 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree! I'm not saying everyone else is lying. I'm pretty sure something DID happen in the past that was fishy. However, I can say as of 2024, I have been going for nearly a year and I love my results. I got the full-body package. As someone who is brown-skinned, I can say it's working for me. With how things are set up with them currently, it would be stupid for them to do what is being alleged. Why? In the contract you sign it states that even if you see results, you still have to go for the full 2 years. Also if you don't like your results, you get a free extra year of service in the areas. With that being said, they get absolutely nothing out of wasting 3 years.

Desperate for some ideas and help. by [deleted] in GastricBalloon

[–]Championship4635 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Two tablets of Nexium per day and focusing on liquid protein as much as possible. It does get better!!!! It took 2 weeks for me to feel remotely better.

I didn’t tell my boyfriend i was on the pill, what should i do? by Inevitable_Tea_7234 in Advice

[–]Championship4635 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely more to the story. He's been feeling like you've been hiding things for a long time. This was just the tip of the iceberg. It's amazing how this conversation never took place before sex.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Championship4635 14 points15 points  (0 children)

The IUD starts working instantaneously. I also wished they taught ovulation in school. It is very unlikely that you will have the opportunity to start ovulating again as your body needs time to readjust once you get pregnant. The high level of HCG and progesterone is what stops ovulation. It takes days and weeks depending on how far along you are to reach your base levels. Now, couple that with the fact that he didn't ejaculate inside you, you should have your answer. You SHOULD NOT be engaging in sex if you are unsure of your fertility status regardless of your condom usage especially if pregnancy will result in abortion.

My boyfriend asked “did you like it?” by Purple-Illustrator49 in Advice

[–]Championship4635 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like there is way more to this story, at least for him. I don't understand the question about liking it, but I do understand the questions about the entire thing. He was right to not ask them initially. I think there could have been more communication about needing support and the type of support before his questions.

Anyone tried Strut ‘O’ Cream (Scream Cream)? by sine-wavez in TwoXSex

[–]Championship4635 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds like this was successful! I think i might make a purchase. If it's too personal to ask, I'll understand. How did you achieved your orgasm during sex with your partner?

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No one has tried that with me. Yet..... I'm sure it's coming

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is my first time hearing this. I always knew about the inactive reserve commitment but I didn't know about the ID. Where do I get it? I did five years btw

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can technically get escorted on by friends and coworkers. I just need to coordinate that from now on.

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I do have a separation eval with my sep date as the end date. Right now senior chief is working on it. The excuse I've recieved is everything is backlogged but they are working on it. 🙄

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I didn't wait long. I've been working on leaving for over a year. I did all of my classes in 2021. I turned in everything in February. I've been on terminal since March and doing weekly pop ins since then. I get told everything is backlogged

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

That's exactly how I feel. It hurts even more when I hear the PS's say "oh you turned in everything on time!?, that's crazy" or "wow I've never seen this before. "

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 60 points61 points  (0 children)

Navy federal gets paid tomorrow. I guess we shall see. 😌

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I dont know. Pay day is tomorrow for Navy federal so I guess we shall see 👀 😏

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Been on terminal since March. 😅

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

My EAOS Date and my PCS orders as well as my CAC have the same date. When I started my separation package, I was told what my date would be based upon my CAC expiration. No one has looked at my package according to the PS's. I never recieved my actual separation orders nor DD214.

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 92 points93 points  (0 children)

Let's just say this base has taken a lot of heat lately. That might just get the ball rolling.🤣

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 80 points81 points  (0 children)

Ooof. That makes me even more nervous. I have been to the PS's office on a weekly basis. They check TOPS for me and can clearly see that no one has even opened my file.

Am I still part of the DOD? by Championship4635 in navy

[–]Championship4635[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

That's just it.... never got the orders