What is Waxing? Find out the right method to “clean” your eyebrows

Eyebrows play an extremely important role in shaping and bringing harmony to each person's face. However, messy, uneven eyebrow hairs can make your face unbalanced and unsightly. To deal with this problem, there are currently two popular methods: waxing and threading, each technique has its own special features to suit different preferences and needs. ELLE invites you to explore each eyebrow trimming method through the following article to choose the most suitable method.

What is Eyebrow Waxing?

Eyebrow waxing is a quick and effective method to remove hair from the root, leaving skin instantly smooth. It's an ideal choice for anyone looking to achieve a sharp, defined brow shape and maintain a neat appearance for an extended period," says Kristie Streicher, eyebrow expert and co-founder of Striiike.

The waxing method involves applying a layer of hot or cold wax to the areas of the eyebrow that need shaping, then pressing a strip of cloth or paper onto the wax. Once the wax has fully dried, the strip is quickly pulled off against the direction of hair growth. This technique requires the practitioner to have specific knowledge and skills regarding skin types, wax types, and hair growth direction to ensure safety and effectiveness. After the procedure, the skin needs to be soothed and treated with anti-inflammatory products to reduce irritation and redness.

Here's the English translation of the advantages and disadvantages of waxing for eyebrows:

Advantages

• Long-Lasting Results: One of the biggest benefits of waxing is its ability to remove hair from the root, helping your brow shape stay neat and sharp for several weeks.

• Time-Saving: The waxing process usually only takes a few minutes to complete both eyebrows. For those with busy schedules who want a long-lasting method to keep their eyebrows tidy, waxing is an ideal choice.

• Thorough Hair Removal: Waxing can remove all hair strands, including short and hard-to-reach ones, making your eyebrows look tidier and cleaner.

• Smooth Skin: This technique not only removes hair but also exfoliates dead skin cells, leading to smoother, brighter skin.

Disadvantages

• Causes Pain/Stinging: Waxing uses hot or cold wax to remove hair, which can cause a burning or uncomfortable sensation, especially in sensitive areas like the skin around the eyebrows.

• Causes Skin Irritation: Some ingredients in wax can irritate the skin, leading to redness, itching, or even inflammation, particularly for sensitive skin.

• Difficulty in Eyebrow Shaping: This hair removal method isn't suitable for detailed and meticulous eyebrow shaping like threading.

• Requires Skill: This method requires experienced technicians to perform correctly to avoid skin damage.