I have tried various types of hair removal wax as well as professional waxing. This was the least painful of all of the products because it didn't work at all, it was terrible and hardly pulled any hair out. It wasn't messy but it was not worth the results. The container sides are very flimsy so when picking it up when warm be careful not to spill. However it is water-soluble, so clean up is easy. It also doesn't need to be heated very hot or so it says. The strips are also re-usable, since the wax can be washed off with water, you just have to rinse them under warm water and let them dry before your next use. It says it is safe on sensitive areas and is very effective for removal of coarse hair, I did not find that it work at all on fine or coarse hair.It is seriously the worst waxing product that I have ever tried.