I saw a meme the other day that said: “my eyebrows literally need a haircut, not a wax” and, well – I can relate. Lockdown was the perfect opportunity to grow out your brows, without having to worry about that seriously unruly phase. But, with salons hopefully reopening soon (please), it’s time to hand them over to a professional. We spoke to the unrivalled queen of brows, Shavata, about which treatments to try.
By Beth Ludolf
-
1 Brow tint
If you want a more defined brow, tint is the way to go. “Tinting also makes the brow look thicker,” Shavata explains, “by darkening the fine hairs around the brow so you can see them better”. The tint lasts around 4 weeks – oh, and it’s great for covering greys (yep, eyebrow greys). Pair it with a brow shape for the best result
-
2 Brow shape
Ah, the old unanswered question; waxing or threading? Shavata weighs in, “both achieve the same result and last a similar length of time (around 6 weeks) – because they both remove the hair from the root – but threading allows therapists to isolate individual hairs easier to help shape the brow”. Whichever you pick, a brow shape defines and adds structure (to your whole face, not just your brow).
-
3 Brow lamination
Brow lamination is the new kid on the block. It basically involves brushing the brows up and using a solution to set the brow hairs in place. The result? “A fuller, thicker and fluffier looking brow that requires minimal effort (just a brush through and a dab of oil for nourishment) for up to 8 weeks”, Shavata says. Fuss-free.
-
4 Semi-permanent brows
“Semi-permanent brow treatments tint the skin underneath the brow, not the brow hairs,” Shavata explains. You start off with a consultation to discuss your desired brow look (shape, arch, ombre effects) then, during the treatment, a dye is injected a few layers under the skin’s surface. The initial colour starts off darker then fades (after about a week) to a more natural shade and lasts 1-2 years.
It’s nearly time for salons to reopen (finally). With Treatwell, you can book beauty online at all your favourite salons – simple, hassle-free, and you can do it on the go. Discover amazing salons in your area.