Are you ashamed of your two eyebrows coming together (unibrow)? Don't! Unibrows are very natural, more common than commonly believed, and, in many non-western cultures, considered a sign of beauty for both sexes. However, if you don't like viewing your unibrow, the information above may not be entertainment. In this case, waking was a wise choice - waxing is not only fast, effective and easy to do at home, but will leave you with hairless skin for longer than a regular shave.
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Method 1 of 2: Waxing Like a Pro
Step 1. Waxing a day or two before you need to look good
Many people can wax without any problems, but for some, waxing can cause minimal skin irritation. If you've never waxed before, you probably won't understand how your skin will react to waxing. For this reason, it's best to wax a few days before a big event that you want to look good on - if the skin between your eyebrows isn't irritated, there's a chance it will heal before you need to show off.
Although this is rare, some people are allergic to waxing for hair removal and can experience symptoms such as rash and folliculitis when in contact with it. If you're not sure whether you have allergies or not, it's best to wax an area of your body that isn't usually visible (like your sides or upper legs) before applying it to your face. If your skin reacts with the knuckles, you probably shouldn't wax your unibrow
Step 2. Wash and dry your face
Cleanliness is essential to a good waxing procedure. Because waxing can remove not only unwanted hair but also the very top of the skin, infection is a very small (but real) risk. For this reason, you should wash your face with soap and a clean towel before starting to kill any bacteria or other microbes that could be causing the problem.
Don't forget to wash your hands too (or if a friend helps you, ask your friend to wash theirs). Harmful bacteria can be present on your hands after a variety of normal activities (e.g., eating), so you don't want unwashed hands to come near your skin before waxing
Step 3. Heat your wax if necessary
Most waxing products come in one or two types: cold and hot. https://www.removinghair.co.uk/hot-v-cold-waxing.html Cold wax, which has not been attached to the strip to remove hair, is an easier and more comfortable wax option. On the other hand, hot wax must be preheated, applied, and then removed in separate strips. If you are using hot wax, start heating now according to the instructions provided &mdash: You can take the next step while you wait for your wax to heat up.
If you use hot wax, be careful not to heat it to an uncomfortable or dangerous temperature. Burns between your eyebrows can be very painful (and won't look good either). Also, since you're working very close to your eyes, you'll want to avoid very hot waxes to minimize the potential for harm in the worst case
Step 4. Use baby powder before waxing
As said above, waxing can be difficult for your skin. To minimize unwanted effects, try sprinkling a little baby powder on the area you plan to wax (in this case, between your eyebrows). Not only will this make applying and removing the wax a bit more comfortable, but it can also remove any excess oil or moisture from the skin and hair, giving the wax a better “bite” on the hair when applied.
Step 5. Apply wax between your eyebrows
When you're ready to get started, start waxing on the part of your unibrow you want to remove &mdash: usually, it's 0.6cm to 1.2cm between your eyebrows. The way you do this is slightly different for cold wax and hot wax.
- For cold wax strips, press the sticky part of the strip firmly between your eyebrows and stroke to ensure a good grip.
- For hot wax, use the provided greasing tools such as an ice cream stick or butter knife to place the wax in the exact area between your eyebrows. Press the strip of cloth provided on the wax until it adheres well.
- Be obtuse about “where” you put your wax and how much you use it &mdash: you don't want to accidentally remove the edges of your eyebrows. Always err on the side of using too little wax. Remember, if you don't remove every strand of hair between your eyebrows, you can always wax again. However, if you remove too much hair, you will have to wait some more for it to grow!
Step 6. Wait for the wax to dry before you pull it off
If you're using hot wax, allow it a few minutes to harden and set before you pull it out. When it hardens, it will tighten on top of the hair, essentially "trapping" the hairs in the wax. If you are using a cold wax, gently press the wax adhesive against the hair you wish to remove and it will naturally adhere.
- When you're ready, quickly pull the strip "against" the direction your hair is growing. Since many people say the eyebrow hair grows "up" towards the forehead, then grab the top of the strip and pull it down.
- Do not hesitate! This part is like pulling plaster; the faster you do it, the less pain it will be.
Step 7. Remove excess wax
Once you've pulled the strip to remove the hair, you'll be able to see the hair you removed sticking to the wax. There may be excess wax stuck to your skin at this point. This can be removed by using a special wax-removal product, which is usually sold at the same place you bought the wax (beauty shops, salons, department stores, etc.). advance.
If you're using oil, try choosing an unscented variety of oil. Artificial fragrances can sometimes irritate delicate skin or cause allergic reactions
Step 8. Remove excess hair using tongs
After you have finished waxing, examine your work using a magnifying glass. You will be able to see the short hair (if any) between your eyebrows. However, the results of waxing are sometimes not perfect and can leave residual hair. In this case, you may want to wax again, but only if there is some unwanted hair remaining, if possible faster and easier, use tweezers.
The tweezers are easy to use - work in front of a mirror, carefully clamping each strand of hair and removing it with a firm pull. Like waxing, pinching can be a bit of a pain if you do it quickly
Step 9. Apply foundation/makeup if there is redness
Even if you wax perfectly, your skin will be slightly irritated after waxing (after all, you just removed your hair right out of the way). If your skin is red or inflamed after waxing and you don't have time to wait for it to go away naturally, try covering it with a little makeup. Unless you have major skin irritation or you have allergies (which should be obvious after you test wax), you should look fine.
Step 10. Reuse the painkiller for the pain from waxing
When the skin is a little sensitive after waxing in general, the serious pain will go away in no time. If the space between your eyebrows still hurts after 15 minutes or so of waxing, take “one” painkiller like Motrin, Tylenol, or Aleve to make the pain more bearable. Check the packaging before you take painkillers - painkillers with anti-inflammatory properties are best as they can make your skin less irritated.
You may also want to consider using a numbing product after you've waxed. This useful substance, which is usually available in cream or spray form, numbs the skin temporarily, making waxing less painful
Method 2 of 2: Using Homemade Wax
Step 1. Mix one cup of sugar, cup of water, and cup of lemon juice
If you don't have a commercial wax on hand, don't worry! It's easy to clean your eyebrows with this homemade recipe that uses only a few common ingredients. To start, combine one part water, one part lemon juice, and eight parts sugar in a bowl. We provide sizing suggestions as above, but this recipe is very easy to modify as long as you keep the ratio of ingredients the same.
This recipe is similar to the ancient Egyptian technique known as “body sugaring.” This ancient technique works much like modern waxing - and uses materials that were available thousands of years ago
Step 2. Heat your ingredients on the stove
Place your mixture in a saucepan and begin to heat it over low heat on the stove. Use a thermometer to carefully measure the temperature of your mixture. You don't want to over-boil it, so it's important not to heat it quickly. Heat the mixture to 121 degrees Celsius before you continue.
At this temperature, the sugar becomes what culinary experts call a “hard ball” candy stage, resulting in a thick, sticky, and sticky quality - perfect for waxing
Step 3. Remove from heat
At 121 degrees Celsius (or when bubbles appear), remove the sugar mixture from the heat. Pour into a clean bowl. Allow the sugar mixture to cool to a temperature that is not painful to the touch but still liquid enough to be used for waxing. It won't take much longer than fifteen minutes.
Step 4. Apply and remove wax as usual
At this point, you can use your homemade sugar wax in essentially the same way you would your regular homemade wax. Use a clean utensil such as a butter knife or ice cream stick to apply a thin layer of wax to the hair between your eyebrows in the same direction as the hair growth. Press the strip on the sugar wax. Wait for the sugar wax to harden, then pull the strip in the opposite direction from where the hair is growing.
You'll probably have some sugar wax left over when you're done &mdash: You can store it in the fridge in a covered place. When you want to use it again, you can heat it in the microwave. You don't need to warm it up on the stove anymore
Step 5. Try adding your favorite scent
The great thing about this recipe is that it's so versatile - it's so easy to change up to suit your needs. For example, to give your sugar wax a scent of your choice, all you need to do is add it to your favorite scent in the cooling process. Here are a few scents you might want to consider to make your wax more attractive:
- Lavender petals crushed
- Mint leaves grated
- Grated basil leaves
- Peppermint Extract
- Orange peel
- Sandalwood Extract
The Things You Need
- Wax
- Tongs
