There are quite a few ways to shape your eyebrows today, and eyebrow threading is quite popular for this. The reason it is so popular is because our eyebrows help define our makeup look and they shape our entire face. Your eyebrows can speak as much as your eyes can, and they are just as noticeable. So today, I will teach you about the pros and cons of eyebrow threading so that you can decide for yourself if you want to do it or not.
Pros of Eyebrow Threading
There are far more pros than cons to eyebrow threading. Firstly, out of all the different methods used to shape eyebrows, eyebrow threading gives you the most defined, shaped, and on-point eyebrows since it removes even the smallest hairs that tweezers and razors tend to miss. Eyebrow threading is also fast; it is a quick 5-10 minute procedure that lasts 3-4 weeks. Since eyebrow threading lasts so long, it is also quite cost-effective and really low maintenance. Thus, eyebrow threading makes your eyebrows easier and faster to style with your makeup each day.
Another benefit of eyebrow threading is that it is easy to find places to do it for you. The place that I went to for eyebrow threading was in the mall, which generally costs only $10 – $15 each time. Because of the convenience, affordability, and ease of access to eyebrow threading, I recommend it for beginners because they do not have to worry about removing too much hair, or accidentally doing a terrible job on their eyebrows. When you do not know what you are doing, you can make your brows look misshapen or uneven, and then you will have to wait for them to grow out again to look nice.
Despite the many benefits of eyebrow threading, there are also some cons to it, so you will need to take extra precautions when choosing to have your eyebrows threaded.
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Cons of Eyebrow Threading
Eyebrow threading can irritate and redden the skin a bit, but this also leads to the misconception that eyebrow threading hurts a lot. In truth, the thread used in eyebrow threading is very thin and fine, so it moves quickly across the skin, and it actually does not hurt much.
When it comes to hair removal, I prefer to use an electric tweezer/epilator to remove excess hair on my face. This feels similar to eyebrow threading, but over time, I stopped feeling the electric tweezer, and even when I did feel it, the pain was not bad. Hair removal of any kind though can create redness and slight irritation afterward, so you should apply an oil, or a moisturizing gel or cream to your brows after shaping them.
I always apply an antiseptic to my eyebrows after shaping them in case my razor was not clean enough. This will help prevent razor bumps and germs from entering the now open and sensitive skin.
Redness and irritation aside, there is a more serious health concern that comes with eyebrow threading. The thread that is used in eyebrow threading may not be changed or cleaned after each person, so it is good hygiene practice to make sure that you apply an antiseptic to your brows as soon as the eyebrow threading is finished. There are mites, known as Demodex mites, a type of parasite that eats away at the hair follicle and removes the hair from the skin. These mites live on people’s faces, especially in the brows, moustache, and the hair on top of your head.
“Poor sanitation, such as reusing threads on multiple customers, can spread staph infections and other contagious skin conditions” (Hamilton, A. (2011, August 2). Does Eyebrow Threading Carry Health Risks? Time Magazine).
Demodex mites act like lice, so you do not want to bring them home. This is a major concern with eyebrow threading. However, despite this concern, you can still get your eyebrows threaded. You will just need to treat your brows immediately afterward with an antibacterial, natural lice and mite killer, such as Barbara Frank’s Rose Beautifying Cream or Natural Herbal Lotion. This way, you will not have to worry about bringing mites or lice home with you after getting your eyebrows threaded.
“While there are countless different types of bacteria, mites, parasites, and germs living all over our bodies, one area that people seem specifically interested in is our eyebrows. The fact that we have creepy crawlies living in our eyebrows – big enough to be classified as mites…creep(s) us out. And indeed it’s true that this region – along with our eyelashes and nose hairs – provide a habitat for a specific species of mites…Sometimes these mites are known as face mites or follicle mites, but they are technically known as Demodex” (Mae, J. (2020, February 12). Meet the Bugs That Live in Your Eyebrows. HealthGuidance for Better Health).
Final Thoughts
When it comes to eyebrow threading, I recommend calling around. Try to find someone who uses a fresh thread between customers. This will help reduce the risks associated with eyebrow threading greatly.
Gradually over time as you get more comfortable and skilled with doing your makeup, you will slowly be able to shape your eyebrows on your own. However, for beginners, I do not recommend shaping your eyebrows on your own. Eyebrow threading shapes your brows beautifully and professionally, it is inexpensive, the effect lasts a long time, and it will naturally enhance your makeup. Thus, I do recommend eyebrow threading. As long as you use an antiseptic on your brows every time after getting them threaded, you should be fine. You will then be able to fully reap all the benefits of eyebrow threading.
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