just did my first EQ injection Thursday using a 25g 1.5in needle. Did exactly what i was told. Used one needle for withdrawing and another for injecting. I boiled some water and sat the vial in there for about 5 mins. At first it was a pain in the ass withdrawing the oil, then I realized why they said use 18-21g for withdrawing. I poked my ass a little until i found the most meaty part on the right upper side. Took a deep breath a slowly started entering the needle, and went wow no pain! I slowly press the syringe and after 1cc waited for 15secs and then finished the other 1cc. Took the needle out, alcohol swabbed the little bit of blood and massage the area for about five minutes and continued massaging on and off throughout the day. The area was a little sore up to last night. So now I know, but I never had a problem with needles just never had to do it myself! Tues is my first Test Cyp injection and I'm pumped for it!