Your eyebrows frame your entire face, which means how you maintain them has a bigger impact on your overall look than almost any other beauty service. But with waxing, threading, and tinting all on the menu, it can be hard to know where to start, especially if you’re new to professional brow services or you’ve only ever tried one of these options.

Each method has unique advantages depending on your skin type, your brow goals, and how often you want to come in for maintenance. Here’s a straightforward breakdown of all three to help you figure out what’s right for you.

Eyebrow Waxing: Fast, Precise, and Long-Lasting

Eyebrow waxing is one of the most popular brow services. Warm wax is applied to the areas around and between the brows, then removed quickly to take unwanted hair with it. The result is a clean, defined shape that can last four to six weeks before regrowth becomes noticeable.

Waxing is the go-to choice for removing larger amounts of hair efficiently, which makes it ideal if your brows are naturally fuller or if you’ve let them grow out between appointments. It’s also great for creating a precise arch and clean edges that are harder to achieve with other methods.

It’s important to note that waxing isn’t recommended if you’re currently using retinol or prescription-strength acne medications like Accutane, as these can make skin more sensitive and prone to irritation from wax. If you’re on any of these products, let your esthetician know before your appointment so they can recommend the best approach.

 

Threading: Precise and Gentle for Sensitive Skin

Threading uses a thin cotton thread to remove individual hairs or rows of hairs at the follicle level. It’s an ancient technique that has become one of the most popular brow shaping methods because of how precise it is and because it’s gentler than wax on sensitive skin.

Threading doesn’t involve any chemicals or heat, making it an excellent option for clients who have reactive skin, rosacea, or who are using topical medications that rule out waxing. It’s also particularly effective for defining fine detail work along the brow line and creating very sharp, clean edges.

The trade-off is that threading can take longer than waxing, and some clients find it more uncomfortable since the thread is making direct contact with the skin. Results typically last about the same amount of time as waxing — four to six weeks — so the maintenance schedule is similar.

Brow Tinting: Color, Definition, and Fullness

Brow tinting is different from waxing and threading in that it doesn’t remove any hair. Instead, it gives the illusion of more hair by adding color behind the brows. A semi-permanent dye is applied to the brow hairs to deepen their color, add definition, and create the appearance of fuller brows. It’s particularly popular among clients who have naturally light, sparse, or gray brows, or anyone who spends time filling in their brows with pencil or powder every day.

The results typically last three to four weeks before the color begins to fade. Tinting is most effective when combined with either eyebrow waxing or threading — wax or thread first to clean up the shape, then tint to enhance the color and fullness. This combination is one of the most requested brow services at Newport Nails because it gives you a polished, complete result in one appointment.

Whether you’re a first-timer trying to figure out which brow service fits your skin and lifestyle, or you’re ready to upgrade from your usual routine, our estheticians will help you find the right approach for your features. Visit us at The Landing or one of our other convenient locations, or contact us online to book your appointment today.