Eyebrows Wax
People have been waxing hairy parts of their bodies for thousands of years. Reportedly, waxing dates back to 3000 BC in Egypt when women’s bodies were totally smooth and hairless. Most people focused on legs and armpits however, other parts of the body were most probably treated with wax hair removal treatments. Especially, the upper lip and possibly the arms. In this article we will focus on a brief history of waxing as well as some of the eyebrows wax treatments you should consider when thinking about getting your eyebrows waxed.
Roman Empire
The middle class Roman men and women liked to have smooth, hairless arms and legs. They would often use wax resins and plant shells to to remove hair, some sources state that they would wax their eyebrows using the blood of dead bats. Beautiful, smooth skin was the goal in Ancient Roman times.
Middle Ages
Trends shifted in the Middle Ages when hairy skin was considered normal. However, towards the latter part of the Middle Ages, African crusaders brought wax resins and brought back the trend of waxing to remove unwanted hairs.
Different Types of Eyebrows Waxing
Eyebrow wax is common now because women and some men prefer perfectly shaped eyebrows without the time spent waiting to have them threaded or plucked. Waxing, although painful, is quick and easy. It is also relatively cheap to get it done. The only thing you really need to think about is the type of wax you would like to use for your eyebrows waxing session. Here are some options to choose from:
Sugaring
Sugaring is one way of waxing the eyebrows. With this, the beautician uses a sugary wax paste to apply to the area, then use a clean cloth strip to remove the unwanted hair.
Cold Wax Strips
With cold wax, the beautician uses strips that have already been treated with cold wax. You can cut the strips into custom lengths and widths, making it easier, cleaner and safer.
Hot Wax
Hot eyebrows wax utilizes a hot wax mizture and clean wax strips to remove the unwanted hair. This method is very effective but it is vital that you choose a qualified and experienced beautician to guarantee safety and a clean aesthetically pleasing finish.
Waxing is a very effective hair removal method for the eyebrows, less time and only short lived pain. Unlike threading, eyebrows wax is quick, meaning it is slightly less painful. You can get it done relatively cheaply, but be careful when choosing a beautician as waxing can go wrong if you don’t choose the right person. An excellent option for those living a busy lifestyle.