Eyebrow Threading vs. Waxing
Everyone wants gorgeously sculpted brows that suit their face shape. There are a myriad of ways to keep your eyebrows groomed. Two of the most popular methods are eyebrow waxing and threading. Performed by a specialist at a salon, the two methods are similar but have some marked differences. To help you decide which method would be right for you, here are the pros and cons of eyebrow threading versus eyebrow waxing.
Eyebrow Waxing
What Is Eyebrow Waxing?
Eyebrow waxing entails an esthetician using hot wax to remove excess hair from around the eyebrow. Your esthetician will apply wax to areas of unwanted hair, press a muslin strip over the area, and then rip off the wax strip, taking with it the excess hair.
Waxing Pros
While waxing can be painful, it’s a very quick procedure. For most clients, the entire experience is over in under ten minutes. Trained estheticians are able to help you achieve the shape you want in only a few wax strips.
Waxing Cons
Those with sensitive skin often complain that hot wax is irritating and that their skin remains red and inflamed for too long after their appointment. While most clients eventually get used to the feel of the wax after repeated visits to the salon, some find the experience simply too painful.
Eyebrow Threading
What Is Eyebrow Threading?
During a threading, a specialist uses thread to remove individual hairs from around the eyebrow. The technique is fascinating to watch, involving the specialist manipulating the thread between his or her thumb and forefinger to create friction that easily pulls the hair from the root.
Threading Pros
Eyebrow threading is extremely precise. Many clients feel that they get a more perfect arch and shape from threading than they do from waxing. While threading is not necessarily comfortable, many report that they find the experience less painful than waxing. Plus, those with sensitive skin don’t need to worry about wax-related irritation.
Threading Cons
Eyebrow threading typically takes longer than waxing. Although most find it to be less painful, there is still some discomfort associated with threading. Thus, many people prefer the quick, short pain of waxing to the prolonged discomfort of threading. Furthermore, threading doesn’t pick up as many hairs as wax does, which means that your specialist will typically have to go in after the threading and clean the area up with tweezers.
When it comes to price and availability, eyebrow waxing and threading are almost identical, with many salons offering both options. Ultimately, the two hair removal procedures are quite similar and both will leave clients with their desired eyebrow shape. It’s up to you to review the pros and cons and determine which method would be better suited to you. Don’t be afraid to give both methods a try. Plenty of clients alternate between waxing and threading, depending on their mood.
