TechnoTed: I suggest you try the Mach 3 Turbo before using any of those hair removing creams. I never got around to trying those creams because many complained of burning sensations or rashes, itching, etc., especially if used on the face. (Not recommended by producers anyway).
I used to simply pluck pubic hair; (it lasts the longest time but is time consuming), tried waxing (didn't work at all) then started shaving. However, I would get small cuts and scrapes from shaving and was considering giving the creams a try when I got the Mach 3 Turbo. It is so smooth and super-fast. (BTW: All of my shaving is in the shower, even my face. I don't need a mirror; just feel with my fingertips). You know, I think I would have to TRY to cut myself with a Mach 3, and I shave from my face (daily) to my tailbone (yes, even between my cheeks monthly). Genitalia about every 3 days. I shave my wife's genitalia too and love the smooth, hairless feel during our foreplay, especially with lube (the best is ID Millennium; lasts plenty long enough to get love-juices going...)
The blades seem to last forever. As a test, I have used the same blade for, get this; 2 months even though I have a dozen replacement blades. I changed blades today just to see if there was much difference. Although the new blade was a little smoother and even faster, it may be due to the built-in shaving gel. So don't throw a blade away just because you've used it once or twice, that's a waste of money. (Wow; I should be a Gillette salesman, maybe...)
Good Times.
TT