How to Maintain and Extend the Life of Your Brow Lamination: 9 Expert Aftercare Tips POV: You just left my studio with a fresh eyebrow lamination and, admit it, you’re suddenly obsessed with your reflection. Those once-sparse, uneven brows are now balanced, fuller, and – let’s be real – they’re lifting your entire face (it even looks more symmetrical!). Yes, the effect is that good. For anyone with a little (or a lot) of eyebrow hair, a lamination (+ tint) can be the answer to all your brow dreams. And when we add our signature brow mapping into the mix (included in the service), your face will look more structured, balanced and “yassified” than ever. But let’s get down to it: you want to make this feeling last, right? So do I– brow laminations can last 8+ weeks with the right care. Here’s your step-by-step guide to maintaining and extending your eyebrow lamination, so they stay as fresh and flawless as the day you got them done, all the way until your next appointment. Hint – follow your aftercare instructions…
- Keep brows dry for the first 12 hours
Listen, the first 12 hours are crucial for that eyebrow lamination to lock in. Avoid getting your eyebrows wet for this 12-hour window after your lamination, to allow the conditioning agents to do their thing and fully set in. This means no swimming or cleansing of the eyebrows.
- Be Gentle
After 12 hours, when it’s finally safe to get them wet, be gentle with your brows – avoid harsh cleansers that can strip away the natural oils, and always be sure to use a light touch when washing your face. You’re going to want a high-quality, gentle cleanser- La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Face Cleanser is a good one.
- Avoid Castor Oil
I know– castor oil is all hyped up as the go-to for healthy hair and brows. But castor oil molecules are large and wind up superficially coating your eyebrow hair, actually blocking natural oils from doing their job.
- Use a Brow Serum
Just like the hair on your head, your brows look better when they’re conditioned. My personal obsession at the moment is GrandeBROW Brow Enhancing Serum– it hydrates deeply and promotes fullness. Apply a small amount once a day before bed, and after a few weeks of consistent use, you’ll notice a difference in texture and strength. The goal is to keep your brow hairs nourished between appointments.
- Brush Those Brows Daily
Once the initial 12-hour period is over, your brows are going to be so much more obedient! Grab a spoolie (yes, I send clients home with a few soft, silicone ones), and gently brush your brows into place. For most of you, that’s all you’ll need to do for the first couple of weeks.
- Incorporate a Brow Gel as Brows Grow Out
As the weeks go by, new hair growth at the roots might start giving you some pushback. When that happens, it’s time to reach for a little brow gel to wrangle things into place. My personal fave rn is Benefit’s 24 hour brow setter gel – it’s clear, strong, and pulls those brows into position exactly where you want them without looking crusty. Plus, the unique applicator brush shape gives you that precision for styling every little hair to perfection. Thanks to your eyebrow lamination, you’ll require much less brow gel than usual.
- For Extra Control: Try a Stronger Gel
If your brows are a bit on the coarser side, let me introduce you to NYX Brow Glue. It holds stubborn hairs in place without any visible buildup, and comes in a variety of colors if you want an added tint.
- Master the Ultra-Sleek, Lifted- Look with a Brow Spatula
For those of you who love that sleek and lifted, flat-to-the-skin look you get right after an eyebrow lamination, grab a spatula-like brow tool. Anastasia Beverly Hills has an easy-to-use one with a spoolie on one end, and a flat spatula on the other. Use it to press down your eyebrows after you’ve applied a brow gel – it locks them in place so that laminated magic lasts even longer.
- Filling in Sparse Areas? Less is More
While your brows are going to look way fuller post-eyebrow lamination, some clients like to add a little extra definition. Go for an ultra-fine brow pencil (like this one from NYX) to draw in hair-like strokes in any sparse spots. It’s a quick fix that temporarily gives you the natural look of microblading or nano brows. Final Thoughts… With the right aftercare, products, and a little love, your brows will look on point all the way to your next appointment. Get ready to enjoy perfectly styled brows with little-to-no effort… you’ll save enough time in your day to look up what I mean by “yassified,” and so much more!….XOXO Sacha
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