5-Step Guide On How to Pluck Eyebrows Like a Pro - UKLASH

5-Step Guide On How to Pluck Eyebrows Like a Pro

Your eyebrows have the power to frame your face, which means taming and creating the perfect pair is crucial in highlighting a healthier, bolder and stronger you.
Here at UKLASH, we like to think of ourselves as experts in the field. Not only do we offer our UKBROW range; an amazing array of eyebrow products to help us on the way, but we also have a team of experts on hand to guide you through the process step by step, to help you achieve your perfect brows.
In this article, we’re going to break down the process of taming and plucking your eyebrows, discover the difference between eyebrow threading and plucking, and give some top tips on how to create your ultimate brows in just five steps!
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Eyebrow Threading Vs. Plucking

Eyebrow threading is a technique that has grown in popularity as of late, but you might be wondering what the differences are between eyebrow threading and plucking and what method might be best for you. Below we are breaking down the key differences between the two methods:

○ Different Techniques - Having your eyebrows threaded is not typically something you can achieve in the comfort of your own home, unlike at-home eyebrow plucking. It involves using a thin twisted thread which is rolled over the skin to pull out hairs at the follicle level and will require the skills of a trained professional. Eyebrow plucking is a much simpler technique that can be achieved at home using a good pair of tweezers.

○ Cost - An eyebrow threading session will cost around £15, whereas a good pair of tweezers should cost less than £10 and can be used to maintain your eyebrows again and again. 

○ Skin Suitability - Although the effects of eyebrow threading typically last longer and require less maintenance, it might not be a suitable choice for those with sensitive skin types. As threading is considered more painful, it is best avoided by those with acne or who are prone to irritation as it can be abrasive on the skin.


Eyebrow Plucking Guide In 5 Steps

1. Find Your Perfect Eyebrow Shape
Mapping out your brows is the perfect way to figure out what shape might best suit your face. It involves finding the beginning, arch and end of your eyebrows using an Eyebrow Pencil. Firstly, place the pencil vertically at the side of your nose and use this as a guide to where the innermost part of your brow should sit. Next, turn the pencil at an angle that sits below your eye’s pupil - this is where the arch of your brow belongs. Finally, turn the angle of your pencil even further so it frames the outer part of your eye and use this as a guide for where your brows should end. For more information on brow mapping and how to find the best brow shape for you, read our article here.

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2. Gather Eyebrow Grooming Tools
Collecting all your eyebrow maintenance tools before you start to pluck is key to making sure you’re prepared to do the best job possible. The most important is a pair of tweezers. Before buying, try looking at reviews and articles online that list the best tweezers for eyebrows to make sure you have a high-quality pair. It’s best to look for a sharply pointed pair that has no gap between the blades to make sure you have the best grip when grabbing eyebrow hairs close to the root. Other helpful tools include using a brow pencil for mapping out your brows as previously mentioned, and a spooly to brush your brow hairs which will help you understand where you need to pluck. Luckily, the UKBROW Brow Pencil offers both an ultra-fine tip pencil and spooly in its dual-ended design.

3. Pluck Eyebrows Like A Pro
The time has come to put your tools to good use and start plucking your brows. It’s important to make sure you have the best lighting for eyebrow plucking before getting to work. Standing by a window can help to give you natural light that will reveal fine hairs that artificial lighting might miss. To minimise pain and avoid breaking your brow hairs, make sure to pluck in the hair’s natural direction, grabbing the hair as close to the root as possible using your tweezers. When plucking, make sure to step back regularly and look in the mirror to check symmetry between the two brows and remember - your eyebrows should be sisters, not twins! This means they don’t need to be identical, but should complement each other and be similar in size and shape.

4. Soothe Your Skin
When you’re finished plucking, calming redness and irritation can soothe your skin and help to minimise any pain. Using aloe vera gel can be great for your skin as it’s cooling and helps to close your pores to reduce any ingrown hairs or breakouts. Tea tree oil is another great option due to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that also help to soothe the skin and prevent any irritation.

5. Fill In Your Brows With UKBROW
The final step is to fill and shade to create your perfect brow shape. Here at UKLASH, our UKBROW range has all you need to set, fill and define your brows for the ultimate look to frame your face. Before starting, it’s important to understand how to shape eyebrows and what look might be best for you as this varies from person to person and is often linked to your face shape. We suggest reading our article here, to discover what shape you are looking to create. For creating your perfect shape, we suggest working with the UKBROW Brow Trio Set. Firstly, start with the Brow Gel Sculpt, using the comb and clear-drying gel to brush and set your brows into place for an all-day hold. Follow up with the Brow Pomade to shade in any sparse areas to create a fuller-looking brow shape. Then finally, work with the ultra-fine tip on the Brow Pencil to create hair-like strokes, adding depth and definition to your eyebrows. If you’re looking to create naturally fuller-looking brows, our award-winning Eyebrow Serum could be just what you need. Apply one swipe a day across the brow line to see thicker, fuller and healthier-looking brows in as little as six weeks.

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Eyebrow Grooming Tips

  • Set a maintenance routine - After you’ve plucked your brows for the first time, take note of how long it takes for them to start becoming unruly again. Then, set a reminder in your phone to go back in to trim and tame around this time to create a routine of keeping on top of your brows, making sure to maintain your perfect brow look consistently!
  • Cleanse with warm water - If you’re questioning how to pluck eyebrows without pain, cleansing with warm water beforehand might be the perfect tip for you! Experts claim that having a steamy shower or cleansing with warm water before plucking can help to relax your skin and follicles, making it easier for hairs to be removed from the root!
  • Brush before you pluck - Making sure to brush your hairs up into place before plucking will help you to understand where your brow hairs are coming from and where you need to pluck. Why not use the spooly at the end of the UKBROW Brow Pencil to brush your brows into place prior to plucking?
  • Make it fast! - Making sure to work hard and fast is one of the best eyebrow plucking tips to keep in mind. Like ripping off a plaster, It helps to minimise the pain over a shorter period of time and helps to not overthink where you’re plucking, getting you one step closer to achieving well shaped brows that frame your face!

When plucking your brows, it’s important to remember, practice makes perfect! Don’t be disappointed if you didn't manage to perfect it the first time round, after a while you will grow in confidence and become a pro at eyebrow plucking! Make sure to collect the best tools possible to make sure you’re well equipped, including all of your UKBROW essentials such as the Eyebrow Pencil, Brow Gel Sculpt and Brow Pomade, to create the ultimate brows that suit your face!

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