Lately, I've noticed a boom in the amount of people getting what's commonly known as HD brows- or what I like to call it: The Full Package. It includes tinting, waxing, threading, plucking.
Curious, I decided - for beauty blogger research, of course - I would take the plunge and try them out. Having only previously ever gotten my brows threaded, I thought this would be interesting to get the whole package done and see the outcome.
I approached a local woman on Facebook who works on the weekends in a salon down the town. She informed me that a patch test would be necessary to ensure I was not allergic or sensitive to any products involved in the process. The patch test would have to be applied 48 hours before the treatment and removed by my stylist on D-day.
On Saturday, I went down to the salon to meet the stylist. The patch test was in a well presented sealed package. Clear instructions were provided on how to apply.
On Wednesday, I set out to apply the patch test. Reading the instructions carefully, I realised it was similar to applying a temporary tattoo. The plastic film had to be removed, the card was pressed face down on the inside of my arm, beneath my elbow crease. I used a damp face cloth to wet the back of the card until it slid away and the patch test was on my arm. The process was quick, easy and pain-free.
My stylist warned me of cracking and peeling of the patch test, which did begin to occur a few hours in: due to the general movement of my arm I suppose. Luckily I didn't seem to have any reaction to the ingredients in the patch test, despite my usually sensitive skin. I was anxious at this stage to get the treatment done.
I woke up on the day of treatment (Friday) both nervous and excited. My appointment was booked for 10am and so I didn't have to hang around all day waiting to get started. Upon arrival I filled out a detailed questionnaire based on my medical history and allergies. My brows were then prepped for treatment and the skin around them was cleaned. The tinting was first. Gloopy black/brown tint was applied to my brows and then left for about a minute to allow the colour to develop. The excess was then wiped away.
Waxing - the most daunting part for me - was next. My stylist used an eyeliner pencil to mark out where my arch and tail should be. My stylist tested the wax temperature on the inside of my wrist, then, using a cotton swab, the wax was spread under, above and between my brows. The most painful part was the wax removal under my brows, on the fleshy skin above my eyelid. However, I was pleasantly surprised at the lack of pain I felt.
Threading was the next step, familiar and comfortable for me. The hairs were trimmed and picked using the thread, this process was relatively painless. Plucking occurred next, once again something I am well used to. The small awkward last few out-of-place hairs were removed with a quick pinch.
Lastly, my brows were cleaned off again and a soothing clear cream was spread around the brow bone area to avoid swelling and redness.
The first picture you can see below was immediately before treatment and the latter, immediately after treatment.
I am thrilled with the results that you can see above. At first, the tint makes the brows look very bold and defined, but it wears off after a few days to provide more of a subtle outline. I paid €30 for the treatment, pricey for me, but as I am finishing off this post, it has been almost 3 weeks since my treatment and I have no regrets. My brows turned out just how I wanted them. I now just pluck any access hairs that have grown out to maintain the shape, minimal effort if you ask me. I would recommend this treatment to anyone and everyone who thinks their brows need some love, just make sure to get a patch test!
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