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Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover 3 oz (85 g)

 
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Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover, 3 oz
 
4.2

(based on 206 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (135)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (29)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (10)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (28)

84%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (91)
  • Gets all hair (53)
  • Minimal pain (43)
  • Heats quickly (37)
  • Good value (26)

Cons

  • Difficult to wash off (18)
  • Breaks when pulled off (15)
  • Messy (14)
  • Misses hair (12)

Best Uses

  • Face (70)
  • Bikini line (21)
  • Body (14)
  • Underarms (14)
  • Legs (10)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Brand buyer (45), Budget shopper (39), Clean shaven (12)
    • Hair Texture:
    • Coarse hair (69), Fine hair (37)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Absolutely the best for ALL hair removal

I cannot say enough how much I love this stuff. Right now I have a mug that I devoted to wax, I pop that into a pot of water on low/moderate heat (3...Read complete review

I cannot say enough how much I love this stuff. Right now I have a mug that I devoted to wax, I pop that into a pot of water on low/moderate heat (3 1/2 - 4 on my electric stove). I have waxed every stray hair off my body easily, quickly, and fairly painlessly. My armpits, legs, and entire bikini area are completely smooth. The first time I used it on the very sensitive areas, I' not gonna lie, it hurt quite a bit. Not enough to stop, but enough to be like "Whoa!". But when I did it the second time it was just zzziiiipppp! and it was gone, no pain! I was so thrilled with my results that I plopped my husband down and took care of his excess hair. His funny little ear hair-gone. Weird eyebrow hairs-gone. Hairs I didn't like in HIS sensitive areas-gone. He was shocked at how easy it was, he kept saying "I can't believe it doesn't hurt that bad." And I was able to do both of us with just 2 boxes, and since I re-melt the stuff that isn't too hairy, I still have a ton left for maintenance--but I bought two more to have on hand. I can't say enough about this fabulous product. I do wish that they carried the tube wax, since it would be easier to do eyebrows and other small areas without so much mess, but oh well.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Zip Wax

So I'm a beginner waxer. I actually got this for my legs, but ended up using it for a bikini wax. I had never had a bikini wax, but I wanted to try ...Read complete review

So I'm a beginner waxer. I actually got this for my legs, but ended up using it for a bikini wax. I had never had a bikini wax, but I wanted to try it before going to a professional just because I have ultra sensitive skin. Anyway, I tried this and it worked really well. Of course, it was painful (it might just be because I'm a beginner) but it got the job done and I think most people would be able to handle the pain if you got smooth results.

As for the heating, I just popped it in a mug and into the microwave. I know it says not too, but I did. I did heat for 15 seconds at a time though to prevent overheating. Nothing happened to my microwave or the wax, so I guess it's all good.

I would give this a 4 if it wasn't so painful, but after some practice I might come back and write another review for it. Hope this helps you guys make a decision.

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4.0

Original formula wax is back!!

Comments about Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover, 3 oz:

The manufacturer had some sort of issue with the wax formula which they have now corrected. Drugstore.com will be getting the original formula wax within the next couple of weeks. The box will have the wording "original formula" on it so you can see that you have the right product. After I contacted the manufacturer, they shipped me some of the newly labeled "original formula" wax and it is back to the way it was before!! So thought I'd pass this info on.

For the record, both Drugstore.com and Lee Pharmaceuticals have been prompt and courteous in their responses and handling of the situation.

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1.0

Quality of product is declining!

By LHPK

from Middletown, CT

describe yourself Budget Buyer

See all my reviews

Pros

  • Easy To Use

Cons

  • Bad Melting Consistency
  • Melts In Chunks
  • Misses Hair

Best Uses

  • Face

Comments about Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover, 3 oz:

I started buying Zipwax because the wax had a greater quality than other waxes. Unfortunately, for the past 3 orders, the quality of the wax has not been good at all: it melts in chunks or does not melt at all, and it does not pull the hair efficiently as it used to. Don't know why the wax quality has declined, maybe it has something to do with the bees' ability to produce the wax...But I won't buy it again.

  • Hair Texture:
  • Coarse Hair

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1.0

Product was defective

By Hill Country

from Fredericksburg Texas

describe yourself Brand Buyer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Normally Effective

Cons

  • Zip Wax Would Not Melt

Best Uses

  • Face

Comments about Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover, 3 oz:

I contacted Lee Pharmaceuticals and they said I got a defective batch. They sent me a replacement that melts normally and works fine. Drugstore.com might want to contact them also to get replacements for remaining boxes from the defective batch.

By the way this is an annoying survey, requiring every answer when some are not relevant to my case. If it hadn't been so bad, I would have quit.

  • Hair Texture:
  • Fine Hair

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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
1.0

Change in formula for this product

By diappointed in Cleveland

from Ceveland Ohio

describe yourself Brand Buyer

Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Gets All Hair
  • Heats Quickly

Cons

  • Messy

Best Uses

  • Bikini Line
  • Face

Comments about Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover, 3 oz:

I had purchased 2 of the bar products and thought after using the first one that it must have been a bad batch. I threw it away hoping to have that waxy appearance and only found the second bar was just as graining, milky and I definitely wasted my money. In reading several of the reviews I am now convinced that either a bad batch or the manufacturer changed the product. Would no longer recommend after the 10 years I have been using.

  • Hair Texture:
  • Coarse Hair

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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

 
1.0

Zip wax ingredient problem

By Peoples

from Michigan

describe yourself Brand Buyer

Pros

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover, 3 oz:

        Zip wax ingredient problem? Long time user of product BUT....This is not what you or I used to buy. Its now vanilla/white in color, not light brown. Melts and applies like thick sugar! Somethings wrong with this product or batch. If its vanilla/white in color DO NOT USE IT as it does nothing to remove hair. Return it! Unable to find or contact manufacturer.

        • Hair Texture:
        • Coarse Hair

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        4.0

        Does the Job

        By C. Dickens

        from Knoxville, TN

        describe yourself Brand Buyer

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Minimal Pain

        Cons

        • Misses Hair

        Best Uses

        • Face

        Comments about Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover, 3 oz:

        Product very good for purpose intended. Definitely cost effective than having a monthly facial. Biggest drawback...a microwavable container and applicator. Supplier either does not stock these items or they are not available.

        • Hair Texture:
        • Fine Hair

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        5.0

        always works well

        By RJ

        from Brooklyn, NY

        describe yourself Brand Buyer

        See all my reviews

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Consistent Product
        • Gets All Hair
        • Works Well On Tough Hairs

        Cons

        • Difficult To Wash Off
        • Messy

        Best Uses

        • Bikini Line
        • Body
        • Face
        • Legs
        • Underarms

        Comments about Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover, 3 oz:

        I have been waxing using this product for years on both my face and my bikini line with consistent, excellent results. I melt the wax over low heat for about twenty minutes in an old pot that I've reserved just for this purpose. After lightly sprinkling baby powder on the area, I spread two-inch wide strips in the direction of the hair, let it cool slightly and then pull it off fast. Perfect.

        • Hair Texture:
        • Coarse Hair

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        1.0

        Messy and Doesn't Work

        By ms2

        from Saint Paul, MN

        describe yourself Budget Buyer

        See all my reviews

        Pros

          Cons

          • Breaks When Pulled Off
          • Difficult To Wash Off
          • Messy
          • Misses Hair

          Best Uses

            Comments about Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover, 3 oz:

            Bought this because of the good reviews and I thought it would be more effective than other DIY waxing kits. It was a disaster. The product is very messy and breaks apart in clumps when removed. I tried varying temperatures and both smaller and larger strips, but it could not pick up fine or coarse hair. also the wax is not microwaveable and must be heated stove-top, so get ready to ruin one of your saucepans.

            • Hair Texture:
            • Fine Hair

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            1.0

            Changed their formula - awful

            By Cali mom

            from California

            describe yourself Brand Buyer

            Pros

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover, 3 oz:

                  This product has changed for the much worse. It used to be smooth and durable, and now it's like a sandy, grainy, milky mess. It no longer works. Thought it was me but now reading the reviews I see its widespread. I literally have been using zip wax for 1 0years (at least), but now ill find another brand.. Sad.

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                  (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  1.0

                  This product has changed!

                  By Dissapointed girl

                  from Chino, Ca

                  describe yourself Brand Buyer

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                  Pros

                  • Microwave Heating

                  Cons

                  • Breaks When Pulled Off
                  • Difficult To Wash Off
                  • Does Not Grab Hairs
                  • Messy
                  • Misses Hair

                  Best Uses

                  • Face

                  Comments about Zip Wax Hot Wax Hair Remover, 3 oz:

                  I have used Zip Wax for 25 years and it has changed in the past six months. It is grainy and takes longer to heat up. It breaks apart and is messy when you take off. It no longer grabs all the hair. I have used this on brows, upper lip and chin. I was so dissapointed that a product I have used for years changed. I am planning to write the manufacturer and hope they go back to their old formula.

                  • Hair Texture:
                  • Coarse Hair

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