Second of our videos, shows hubby Craig having his back waxed. Mens back waxing is become more and more popular as the fellas get used to the benefits and there isn’t as much stigma attached to men having beauty treatments.

See it’s not so bad - he doesn’t even flinch

click here if you can’t see the video.

I am often asked what threading is and when I explain it, I always get lots of questions. So yesterday, we did a quick video of a threading treatment in the salon.

If you can’t see it below, you can see the threading video on You Tube.

It’s my first attempt so the quality isn’t great but I think you should get the idea.

We’ve been threading in the salon now for about 18 months and it seems the technique is becoming more popular with people approaching us who already know about it.

I’m going to do a video in the next couple of weeks to demonstrate how it works but it is basically a hair removal treatment that uses thread to lift the hair out of the follicle straight from the root. The thread is twisted and as it is moved over the hair, it circles the hair to pull it out.

Some people prefer it to waxing because the skin is not touched, just the hair.

Why not try it next time you are in?

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What is threading?

An ancient method of hair removal with origins in Arabia and South Asia. It is very delicate procedure, making it suitable for even the most sensitive skin. The art of threading may be seen in the gentle and precise twisting of a length of cotton thread which is twisted along the hairs which are to be removed. The twisting action of the thread traps the hair and lifts it out of the follicle. Threading is more effective and less painful than tweezing; hair re-growth becomes finer and more sparse after regular treatments; and the top layers of skin are not peeled or traumatised in the process.

Tips for eyebrow threading

There are no hard and fast rules about shaping the very fine hair above the eyebrows. It is a personal choice. If you clean the area above your eyebrows you get an absolutely neat look and if you don’t, your eyebrows will look more natural. Before and after shaping eyebrows, gently massage the area with an ice cube wrapped in a plastic pouch or bag. This will reduce discomfort and normalize the skin immediately.

How often do I have to do threading my eyebrows ?

Eyebrows threading is done in usually every 2-3 weeks.

Benefits of Eyebrow Threading

• Eyebrow threading is the best method to shape your eyebrows in compraise to other methods.
• Eyebrow threading is less expensive method in compare to other methods.
• Eyebrow threading is highly recommended and an excellent option for those who use Retin-A, Accutane, an d similar products.
• Eyebrow threading is a traditional way of removing eyebrow hair without the pain of using tweezers.

Application of Eyebrows makeup

After shaping eyebrows, brush them in the desired shape and use an eyebrow pencil wherever it is necessary. An eyebrow pencil has the following uses:

1. Eyebrow pencils helps to define the exact shape of eyebrows in general.
2. Where there is no or scanty hair growth, then strokes with an eyebrow pencil.
3. Accentuates eyebrows by giving them a defined look.
4. Helps in giving a longer appearance to small and short eyebrows.
5. If the eyebrow arch is very high fill the lower area with eyebrow pencil strokes and remove a few hair from the upper section of the brow.
6. When the arch is low, hair should be removed from under the eyebrows and the upper area should be outlined with the eyebrow pencil.
7. An eyebrow brush is used to soften eyebrow pencil lines to make them appear, natural gaps can be filled in with hair like sweeping.

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How long do the results last?

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What to expect during your treatment

• Expect to wear a bikini or old underwear so the treatment can be applied to the whole body
• Expect that you may not be able to have the treatment due to contraindications - please consult your therapist before booking.
• Expect to follow strict after care advice at home after treatment
• Prepare to be wrapped in bandages and to relax for one hour

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