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I used tktx on one session on my ribs. Never again, just htfu. As above, doesn’t last a full 5hr rib sesh so why bother?
It’s also worth doing a skin test as one lad I used to work with came out in a horrific rash that lasted weeks and one artist told me she won’t let clients use it as it can change the texture of your skin and make their job harder.
That said my wife swore by it for a huge armpit-knee side piece. Was only with the artists blessing tho, she only did 2hr sessions as well so poss short enough for it to last.
Although ribs has been the hardest it’s also definitely in the category of ‘fun’ pain in my book. Arms and back are boring and painless by comparison..