What is Eyebrow Lamination?

Eyebrow lamination is a fairly new procedure often referred to as an “eyebrow perm”. The aim of this procedure is to make shiny and smooth brows that stay in a particular shape.

It’s a semi-permanent perm that works in the same way as eyebrow gel, which is a trend where people brush their brow hairs upwards or into another shape. Despite the fact the hairs are pressed smoothly to the forehead, this creates the illusion of fluffy and fuller brows.

Unlike other eyebrow procedures such as microblading, eyebrow lamination does not involve any needles or coloring. It works similarly to a perm where you may have to have several sessions for your brows to remain in place for longer.

The eyebrow lamination procedure is easy and painless. The stylist, expert, or friend (if you’re doing a DIY procedure) will apply a cream to your eyebrows, then brush the hairs in an upwards position.

A neutralizer is then applied to keep the brows in this position. Then, they will apply an oil that prevents inflammation from the chemicals.

This procedure lasts around an hour, and you can get other things done to your brows such as waxing, tinting, or tweezing hairs.

Eyebrow lamination is popular with people who have thin brows, gaps in brows for overplucking, and brows that have a strange and uneven shape. How do you know your eyebrows are fully grown?.

 

How long do laminated eyebrows last?

Generally speaking, laminated eyebrows can last between six to eight weeks. As with any procedure, your brows will remain in their laminated state for longer with good maintenance and care.

It is recommended that during the first five days of your procedure, you should avoid high temperatures, moisture, and humidity. This can be a problem with showering and washing your face, as your brows cannot come into contact with water as it will wash the perm off.

Tanning and saunas are also to be avoided as this can affect the shape of your brows.

As well as water, you should avoid using chemicals and anything that includes agents on your brows. This includes face washes, tonics, and makeup with harsh chemicals.

By the time your eyebrows lose shape and require another session you can afford to touch your brows with these products again, but avoid this to keep your brows laminated for longer.

If you struggle with thin eyebrow hair, you might want to apply a lightweight moisturizer or oil to your eyebrows. This is because ammonium thioglycolate is often used which dries out the brows.

To bring life back into your brows, which will also help them to retain their laminated structure, you should put a moisturizer or oil (coconut oil is best) on your brows every day. You can also use an eyebrow serum that improves hair growth. What should you not do after eyebrow lamination?

To keep the hairs in place, you can comb the hairs in your chosen direction twice a day to encourage them to stay in that position.

If your natural eyebrows tend to grow quickly, there’s a chance that the lamination will only last three or so weeks. This is because as the hairs grow, the new hair will not have been exposed to the creams and oils used in the laminating process. Picture it like how your roots grow in dyed hair!

 

How much does eyebrow lamination cost?

On average, eyebrow lamination procedures can cost anywhere between $50 and $100. It mostly depends on where you get your procedure done because different providers will charge differently depending on the products they use, how much time they take, and their personal rates.

You can get eyebrow lamination kits to do by yourself at home that might be cheaper to buy, but the results won’t be as long-lasting or as successful compared to getting them done professionally.

You might find that you will save money in the long run by going to a professional a few times, as you might have to buy several kits to keep your brows laminated.

Eyebrow lamination is considered an affordable procedure compared to other brow procedures such as microblading. This is because minimal materials and products are used, and it should only take an hour each session.

To make the most of your money, you should keep your brows well-maintained to keep them laminated for longer between procedures.

 

Is brow lamination good for thin brows?

Brow lamination is a popular procedure for people with thin brows because of the effect it gives.

Eyebrow lamination works to push the brow hair in a uniform and almost vertical position that creates a fuller and fluffy appearance, which helps to lift the face. Full brows have become a popular trend over the last decade, and it has recently been achieved for so many because of eyebrow lamination.

People with thin eyebrows are well aware of the struggles with trying to get their brows to grow. Whether you have a lack of brow hair or if the hair is fine and delicate, brow lamination is a gentle procedure that can actually help your brows to become thicker – or at the very least it will make them appear fuller and wider!

During the maintenance of laminated brows, people are encouraged to use oils such as coconut or argan on their brows to keep them soft and hydrated. They can also use serums designed for brow growth.

People who struggle with thin eyebrows due to overplucking or incessant pulling might benefit from brow lamination.

Laminated brows are pressed to the forehead so no hair is out of place, and it becomes almost difficult to pull hairs out. This might help to train your brows to grow back.

 

Should I tint eyebrows before lamination?

If you’re wanting to treat yourself and tint your brows as well as laminate them, it’s up to you whether you want to get them tinted before or after lamination.

Some brow artists will offer a tint after lamination as all of the hairs are situated in the desired position, so tinting afterward will give more control of the final look.

Other brow artists will prefer to tint your eyebrows before laminating them if they are worried about disrupting the shape of the newly laminated brows. It mostly depends on where you go and who does the brows!

On the other hand, some brow artists will suggest waiting a week after brow lamination to tint your eyebrows. This is because the five days after lamination are crucial for keeping the brows healthy and in position, as any chemicals can disrupt the newly formed shape.

In the instance where you’re wanting to tint your brows after lamination, you should either wait a week after the procedure or tint them beforehand.

If you want to tint your own eyebrows before your lamination session, you can get a DIY kit. It doesn’t really matter what you do before your lamination procedure, but it is recommended to avoid plucking your brows beforehand.

Brow artists are more likely to be pleased with more hair to work with than minimal hair, as it means they have more creative liberty with creating the perfect shape and lift.

 

What is the difference between brow lamination and Microblading?

Brow lamination is a recent trend that works like a hair perm – the brows are pressed and straightened into a nearly vertical position to create a fuller and thicker-looking brow. Microblading is the creation of new brow hairs with a needle, like a tattoo.

The biggest difference between both procedures is the longevity. Brow lamination is a semi-permanent procedure that will last between six to eight weeks on average before the next session, whereas microblading is a permanent tattoo procedure.

People who choose microblading are usually those who have struggled with maintaining their desired brow shape and thickness. This can be due to years of overplucking (we’ve all done it), an illness that has caused hair loss, age, or general dissatisfaction with the quality of your brows.

Microblading means that people can be permanently content with their brows, and won’t have to worry about styling or shaping them constantly.

Brow lamination is for people who have eyebrow hair but want to create a thicker and fuller look. It’s a much gentler procedure than microblading, which uses a needle, as it only requires creams, a brush, and oils.

In short, anyone can do either procedure, but the general rule is that microblading is for people with very thin and non-existent eyebrows that won’t grow back, whereas brow lamination is for those who want to thicken their thin eyebrows that need taming.

 

What’s the difference between HD brows and brow lamination?

Brow lamination is essentially a perm for eyebrows to create a fuller and thicker appearance, whilst HD Brows is a treatment that includes several procedures. This includes tinting, hair removal, and finishing techniques to create the desired shape.

Both brow procedures are fairly similar, but the main difference is that eyebrow lamination procedures are generally focused on the lamination process rather than other treatments as well. The appearance of laminated brows is much more fluffy and elevated than HD Brows, which helps to give a full look.

HD Brows is a series of treatments that some people like to do to keep on top of styling their brows the way they like. There is a bit more creative liberty with HD Brows as the procedure doesn’t shape the brows as much as laminated brows, so people can choose to have their brows face a certain direction to their liking.

HD Brows are also slightly more personal to the client, as the artist will consult with the client about their preferred treatments and goals. Brow lamination will also include a consultation, but the general look of laminated brows is similar to one another.