Introduction:

Welcome to our blog post on brow lamination! If you're into beauty and skincare, you may have heard of this treatment, but you might not be sure exactly what it is or whether it's right for you. In this post, we'll explain what brow lamination is, the benefits it can offer, and who might be a good candidate for the treatment.

What is brow lamination?

Brow lamination is a top trend at the moment. Everyone LOVES it, but what does it do?

Brow lamination is a cosmetic treatment that is designed to give the appearance of fuller brows. It relaxes and manipulates the brow hairs into the desired position to create a fluffier appearance. It’s a form of hair perming. Therefore, the best and correct products must be used to the highest and safest standards. The results can last up to 8 weeks. An artist can create a fluffier or a more defined finish. 

Depending on the finish desired, Brow Lamination can be done solo or paired with tinting or a hybrid stain.

 

Benefits of brow lamination:

There are many benefits to brow lamination, including:

• Taming unruly eyebrows: If you have naturally thick or curly eyebrows, brow lamination can help to smooth and straighten the hairs, giving you a more polished look.

• Achieving a defined shape: If you struggle to get your eyebrows to look the way you want, brow lamination can give you the shape you desire without the need for constant tweezing or waxing.

• Adding volume to thin eyebrows: If you have thin eyebrows, brow lamination can help to add volume and fullness.

• Creating a lifted, arched appearance: The treatment can also be used to create a more lifted, arched appearance, giving you a more youthful and defined look.

Choosing a Lamination System

Before you dive into the step-by-step of eyebrow lamination, you have to decide which system is best for you and your client. Please see our TGA vs Cysteamine blog to help you make a decision. 

Must-Have Products:

Buff Browz Brow Care Range

Buff Browz Cysteamine Lamination System

The brow lamination process:

Here's a step-by-step breakdown of the brow lamination process:

Your preparation will be different depending on whether you are using the lamination system on its own, with a tint or with a stain.

Preparing the client's skin and hair immediately prior to their treatment is so crucial for successful results. Poor preparation can lead to poor product development, and poor longevity of results. 

 

Step 1

Decant Buff Browz Purify directly onto the brows and work it into the skin and hair using a shampoo brush. Remove using a damp cotton pad.

Step 2

If you are using a tint or a stain after laminating the eyebrows, you will need to prep the skin as well as the hair. This involves using the Buff Browz Polish. We would recommend working this into the skin with a silicone brush to avoid causing any grazes in the skin which can cause irritation. Rinse the hairs using Purify. Drench cotton pads in Buff Browz Detox and thoroughly clean the brows to completely remove any residue of oils.

Step 3

Apply Step One: Apply the bulk of the product as quickly as possible to the eyebrow and start your timer once this is complete. A separate timer for each eyebrow is required. The product can be worked into the brow hairs further if necessary, but the timer needs to start as soon as the product has saturated the hairs. Remove any excess product around the eyebrow shape.

Step 4

Assess: You need to assess the hairs every 2-3 minutes to ensure that they are not over-processing. During each assessment, you can brush the hairs into the desired shape and structure. The hair should never be brushed directly up towards the scalp. The root should be brushed upward and continue to be curved around towards the arch and temples.

 

Step 5

Removal: As soon as the eyebrow hairs are relaxed, are lying flat on the skin and are moving freely, it is time to remove the product. Sometimes, you need to remove the product before your timer is up. Every client is different, and our advised timings are a guideline. Remove Step One with a cotton pad. Please ensure that you have thoroughly removed all residue of the product using Purify and that the hair and the skin are completely dry prior to applying the next step.

Step 6

Apply Step Two: Apply the bulk of my product as quickly as possible to the eyebrow and start your timer once this is complete. You need a separate timer for each eyebrow. The product can be worked into the brow hairs further if necessary, but the timer needs to start as soon as the product has saturated the hairs. Brush the hairs into the desired shape and structure. Remove any excess product around the eyebrow shape.

Step 7

Removal: Remove Step 2 with a cotton pad and continue to dry the hairs with a clean, dry cotton pad.

Step 8

Mapping: Carry out your preferred mapping method using the Golden Ratio method.

Step 9

Wax and Reshape: Wax the hairs and remove coarse and/or stray hairs using tweezers. Please note that we DO NOT TRIM THE HAIRS. 

Step 8: Apply Step Three NOURISH: Apply a small amount of Step 3 and add more product when and if necessary. Ensure that the hairs are brushed into the desired structure and shape. This step is not to be removed from the hairs, but please ensure that the skin is not saturated along the bottom of the brows.

Step 9: Highlight: Highlight the skin along the bottom of the brow using The Buff Browz Bare Necessities Pallet.

The treatment takes about an hour and the results typically last for several weeks.

Is brow lamination right for you?

Brow lamination can be a great option for people who want to tame unruly eyebrows or achieve a more defined shape. It can be particularly useful for people with naturally thick or curly eyebrows, as it can help to smooth and straighten the hairs. The treatment can also be used to create a more lifted, arched appearance, or to add volume to thin eyebrows.

However, brow lamination is a chemical treatment and may not be suitable for everyone. It's important to consult with a professional before undergoing the treatment to determine if it's the right choice for you.

 

Tips for successful brow lamination:

If you're interested in trying brow lamination, here are some tips to ensure the best results:

• Choose a reputable professional: It's important to choose a reputable professional with experience in brow lamination. Look for reviews and ask for recommendations to find the best person for the job.

• Follow strict aftercare advice from your technician 

Did you know?

Buff Browz has the leading Professional Eyebrow Lamination kit, we offer a free sample of our eyebrow lifting kit for trained professionals. Learn more

 

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