Celestial esthetics blog

Some people may be confused by the two different styles of depilation: waxing or threading. What is the difference?  ​Waxing: Soft Wax vs Hard Wax A brow wax is when a service provider uses wax (soft or hard) to remove hair off the face. Soft wax is applied on the skin and hair, then is removed with a muslin or non-woven strip. Hard wax does not use a strip but it is still applied on the skin and hair. Once it hardens, it is removed. Some may argue one is better than the other but I say that debate is just marketing. It's all in technique and knowing when to use them. ​Brow Thread: A Suitable Contender A brow thread is when a service provider uses cotton thread to remove hair off the face. The thread is twisted 8-10 times creating a shifting "knot" in the middle, and that "knot" rotates across the skin, grabbing hair along with it. Threading is a great alternative for people who prefer it because it looks seamless on the skin, or for people who are contraindicated by their exfoliants, medications or hormones. Contraindications Exfoliants include but are not limited to: retinol (prescription & over-the-counter), salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic acid, and other strong AHAs, PHAs. The most unknown contraindications are antibiotics, pregnancy, menopause & hormone replacement therapy. These exfoliants or medications accelerate cellular turnover, therefore there isn't an extra layer of dead skin cells to "protect" from another physical exfoliant (waxing). Waxing while taking these medications can lead to skin lifting: (similar looking to a burn) a superficial irritation on the skin that is sensitive to the touch, and can sometimes scab then fall off leaving no trace. It can still happen without any of the listed contraindications but it's good practice to not wax while someone is taking medication, using exfoliants, or going through intense hormonal changes. Educated Decision Next time you think of choosing a service, think about your routine and let your esthetician know any recent changes. Ask your esthetician if waxing or threading is the better option for you.

Let's talk about it. Most know it as a way to create a shape for brows, & while that is the main use for it, I have ulterior motives. I use brow mapping to diagnose a client's chronic brow problems. Common brow afflictions include but are not limited to: gaps, cowlick, unevenness, yada yada. If I have a client in my chair, I am assuming that I am solving a problem for them. Brow mapping allows me to walk through my thought process for my clients, so they can see what I see. That being said... I don't necessarily follow brow mapping if it contradicts what the client wants. If my client prioritizes thick, fluffy brows over evenness then I am going to leave them fluffy. If my client wants thin brows that sit higher than their natural growth, then thinning & lifting their brow is what I'll be doing. Helping my client is the bottom line. Tools are only as good as the person that wields them, and I intend to enhance the client experience, no matter what.

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