Since middle school, I’ve been getting my brows trimmed by a professional. My mother introduced me to brow waxing when she would get her own done every other weekend while I was growing up. Naturally, waxing became my preferred way of grooming my brows throughout the years. Since getting my eyebrows waxed, I’ve been experiencing tiny irritation bumps all over my forehead and around my brows. One of my coworkers advised that I try threading—yes, threading is the actual thread that is used to make clothes—as a new hobby. My initial hesitation was justified, but since making the move to waxing in 2017, I haven’t allowed it to get close to my face.
However, threading is more uncomfortable for me than waxing, and it does not cause me to break out as much as waxing did. Since starting to get my brows threaded, I’ve noticed how much more natural my brows appear. Since I quit waxing my brows two years ago, they’ve actually grown in thickness and fullness. In addition, the tail ends of my brows haven’t been as thin as they used to be.
I’m only now becoming acquainted with the technique of brow threading, although it is not a new one. When we were looking for ways to develop thicker brows, we turned to brow specialist and esthetician Shirin P. of Perfect Brows NYC, who recommended threading as a solution. As well as explaining why brow threading is the favored form of brow care for her famous clientele, Shirin provided us with some more insight. She goes on to explain:
What is the procedure for threading brows?
Anybody who has had their brows threaded will be familiar with the fact that the threader anchors part of the thread with their mouth while doing so. This may appear to be a little off-putting to some, but Shirin assures us that it is quite normal. Never allow that portion of the thread to come into touch with your skin! In addition, most threaders will instruct the customer to grasp their skin around the brow and draw it taut until it is taut, as seen below. It is believed that this will allow your brow specialist to have greater sight and capture the hairs more readily in order to produce the optimum form for your brows, says Shirin.
For those of you who have never had your brows threaded, here are a few things to remember:
If you’re considering switching to threading to encourage the growth of your brows, exfoliation is your best friend.
According to Shirin, exfoliation is an important part of the process of developing fuller brows. It is beneficial to exfoliate the brow region because it removes dead skin cells that clog pores and restrict hair follicles, which can result in hair growth being stunted.
Threading may cause greater discomfort than waxing.
The process of threading is quite unpleasant in my opinion. It feels like someone is squeezing your skin on a regular basis. In certain cases, it may be more unpleasant than waxing, depending on your pain tolerance. Though manageable, it is a distinct type of discomfort that will take some getting accustomed to overtime.
It’s probable that your brow expert will not inquire as to how you would like your brows formed.
It is no secret that I do not care for a high arch or thin brows, and I am extremely outspoken about it. Professional threaders generally clean up the brows and shape them into a more pleasing form than the average person. Make your preferences known if you have a certain way you want your brows to look.
You’ll have to offer a helping hand in this situation.
As previously said, your brow expert will ask you to tug the skin surrounding your brows in different directions while she examines them. Don’t be concerned; the professional will explain everything and demonstrate how to do it correctly.
Aloe vera gel, please accept my invitation.
Although brow threading is milder than brow waxing, a little aloe vera gel afterward won’t harm you either. If your brow expert suggests it, take advantage of the opportunity without hesitation. Aloe vera is a refreshing and calming way to finish your threading experience.
I propose that everyone experiment with threading at least once in order to get an opinion on the subject. “Wax, who?” you might wonder as you walk out of the threading salon. “I’m not acquainted with her.”