For years, most of us turned to hot wax in order to keep our eyebrows groomed and lovely. However, eyebrow threading has become a popular method of grooming one's eyebrows in recent years. Eyebrow threading can be a great addition to your beauty regimen, but it's important that you follow some rules when it comes to threading. Here are the dos and don'ts of eyebrow threading.
Don't Put Anything on Your Eyebrows After Threading
After threading, your eyebrows may be delicate and sore. Your pores have opened up after shaping and removing any stray hairs. To keep bacteria out of the pores, do not apply any moisturizers, creams, or makeup to the threaded area. Using cleaners on the delicate area right away can exacerbate the tenderness.
Do Find a Good Spa
New eyebrow threading places are popping up all over the country. To make sure that you find a good and reputable spa, don't just walk into the first place you see. Instead, do some research online to find an eyebrow threading spa that is reputable and has tons of positive customer reviews.
Don't Expect It To Be Pain-Free
While many clients find that threading is indeed less painful than waxing, eyebrow threading isn't completely painless. The best advice is to just lie back, breathe, and ask your threader for a break if you need it. If you have a low pain threshold, try taking two Advil before your appointment.
Do Know What Style You Want
Everyone's eyebrows are different and unique. This is why it's important to know what style you want before you show up to the salon. While your threader might be able to guide you towards a look that will be flattering for your face, he or she can't read your mind. If you have a hard time putting your desired look into words, then flip through a magazine and find an example of an eyebrow style that you like, preferably on a model who has a similarly shape face and bone structure as you.
Once you get into the routine of having your eyebrows threaded, you'll find that it's an amazing way to keep your brows groomed. Just be sure to know what you want before your appointment and find a threader who you feel comfortable coming back to every few weeks.
