Removing Hair on Belly

Erika
*Not sure if this is the right section or not* 
I have a dark thick "hally trail" on my stomach. I've tried to shave it before, but it just grew back darker and thicker. The hairs are black, and so thick that tweezing them would just be unbearably painful. 
I was just wondering if anyone has any suggestions for how to remove the hair, thanks :)