Staying beautiful is no easy task- and sometimes it's all about the details. Perfect eyebrows are a small but oh-so noticeable step in the personal care routine of men and women across the country. After all, eyebrows frame the eyes, which are arguably the most prominent of facial features. And great eyebrows can gain a following all their own- think Brooke Shields.
Most people, however, simply aren't gifted with flawless eyebrows. From stray hairs to unappealing shapes, most brows are less than perfect. Luckily, there are a few options to get the brows you've always wanted. But while some opt for the do-it-yourself tweezing method, many find it too time-consuming and (ouch!) painful.
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Brow waxing is available at almost every salon and spa, and it's incredibly popular because of its convenience.
What is Brow Waxing?
Waxing is a semi-permanent method of hair removal in which the unwanted hair is pulled from its root. During brow waxing, a spa professional will look over your brows, ask you questions about your desired shape (for example, whether you want the shape altered or are just looking to have a few stray hairs removed), spread a thin layer of wax upon the skin over the areas of unwanted hair, place a piece of paper or cloth on top of the wax, and then rip the paper or cloth off in a quick motion. The spa professional may then repeat this process over a small area if any hairs were missed, or may tweeze any remaining unwanted hair.
Another method uses hard wax rather than strip wax. Hard wax may be applied generously to areas of unwanted hair, allowed to cool, and then removed. A brow waxing session is generally very quick, usually lasting less than fifteen minutes. Immediately after the wax, the area around the eyebrows may be very red; usually the spa professional may apply a lotion to reduce redness.
Who Needs Brow Waxing?
Anyone who is dissatisfied with the shape of their eyebrows, or is looking for a long-term solution to removing stray unwanted eyebrow hairs, may want to consider brow waxing.
What are the Benefits?
Brow waxing is a long-lasting solution to removing unwanted eyebrow hair, as hair will not grow back for anywhere from two to eight weeks (depending upon the person). It is also less time-consuming than tweezing, and the pain is over in a much quicker manner- it's like pulling a band-aid off all at one, rather than slowly removing it bit by bit. Another benefit of brow waxing is that getting a professional wax treatment gives you opportunity to give your brows a completely new shape- a task that can be very difficult to do by yourself with a pair of tweezers.
What are Disadvantages or Dangers?
An obvious disadvantage of brow waxing is that it costs money each time, as opposed to tweezing your brows yourself. The cost varies greatly depending upon the spa or salon. Brow waxing can be very painful. Even though the pain is short-lasting, as the wax is pulled from the skin, many people find it uncomfortable.
If the hair is removed against the direction of growth, hair follicles may begin to grow in other directions. This problem is more common with do-it-yourself home waxing kits, as most waxing professionals know how to avoid it. Even when performed professionally, brow waxing may result in ingrown hairs or skin irritation. This is especially true when dealing with sensitive skin.
Lastly, with brow waxing there is the danger that the spa professional might drastically change the look of your eyebrows to a look you do not like, or that you will ask for a drastic change and then be unhappy with the results. It is a good idea to be clear with the spa professional about the look you are going for, and consider going into any drastic eyebrow change slowly.
Who Should Avoid It?
Individuals with Diabetes or poor circulation may want to speak to their doctor before scheduling a brow waxing appointment, as these conditions may make the skin more prone to infections. People with very low immune systems, or who are suffering from serious skin problems like Psoriasis or severe allergies, may need to avoid waxing altogether.
Individuals who are on medications Retin-A, Renova, Differin, or Isotretinoin should avoid waxing as these medications may weaken the skin.
Brow waxing should also be avoided on any areas of the skin that are suffering from sunburn or moles, warts, rash, or pimples.
The Bottom Line:
Brow waxing is a quick and easy way to get the brows you've always wanted- just plan on being a bit red afterwards, and be wary of doing anything too drastic!
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