Brow lamination: what it is and how long it lasts

What is brow lamination and what are its benefits?

Brow lamination is an aesthetic treatment to help smoothen, fix and shape eyebrows to define and style them. It is ideal for people with unruly, messy or thin eyebrows, because it has an effect that creates more volume and symmetry.

Benefits of brow lamination

• Thicker, better defined eyebrows.
• Styled, lifted eyebrows effect without the need for makeup.
• Lasts 4 to 8 weeks.
• Non-invasive and painless.

Brow lamination step-by-step: how to achieve a professional finish

• 1. Preparing your eyebrows: Before starting, clean your eyebrows well using micellar water or makeup remover wipes to get rid of any makeup remains, grease or dirt. Comb the hairs in the required direction to see what the end result will look like.

• 2. Apply the first product (perm solution): Using a brush or applicator apply the perm solution to your brows, making sure you cover all the hairs. This product helps to break down the hair structure so as to be able to mould it easily. Allow it to work for 8 to 12 minutes, depending on how thick your eyebrows are.

• 3. Fixing solution: After waiting the required time, gently remove the product using a dry cotton bud. Then apply the fixing solution using a brush, making sure you brush the hairs in the required direction. Cover your brows with transparent film and leave it on for 8 to 10 minutes.

• 4. Moisturising and nourishing: Remove the fixing solution using dry cotton wool and apply the nourishing treatment or hydrating oil included in the kit. This will help keep your eyebrows hydrated and will avoid them becoming brittle and breaking.

• 5. Styling and finishing touches: After completing the process, brush your brows again and, if necessary, trim the longer hairs for a more defined finish. You can also apply some transparent fixing gel to enhance the effect.

Recommended products for perfect brow lamination

For brow lamination at home, or a professional job, you will need the following items:

• Brow lamination kit (includes perm, fixing and nourishment)

• Brush  

• Cotton buds

• Transparent film

• Makeup remover wipes or micellar water

• Vaseline or protective cream

Care

To keep your laminated brows for longer, take note of the following tips:

• Avoid wetting your eyebrows in the first 24 hours.

• Do not apply makeup or oily products to the area the first day.

• Hydrate your eyebrows with natural oils, such as castor or almond oil.