Taking care of your brows after lamination is crucial to maintaining the shape and longevity of the treatment. Here's a breakdown of how to do it:
Initial 24 Hours: The Hands-Off Period
The first 24 hours after your brow lamination are the most critical. During this time, avoid the following:
- Touching your brows: Refrain from touching or manipulating your brows.
- Brushing your brows: As the reference specifies, avoid brushing during this initial period.
After 24 Hours: Maintenance and Upkeep
After the initial 24-hour period, you can begin regular maintenance to keep your brows looking their best.
Brushing Your Brows
- Start brushing: After 24 hours, it's absolutely fine (and even encouraged!) to brush your brows.
- Use a spoolie: You don't need any special tools; your regular spoolie brush will work perfectly.
- Brush daily: Brush your brows in the morning to style them and keep them in your desired position.
General Aftercare Tips
While the reference focuses on brushing, here are some additional common aftercare tips for brow lamination:
- Avoid water and steam: Keep your brows dry for the first 24 hours. This includes avoiding excessive sweating, saunas, and steam rooms.
- Use nourishing products: Apply a brow serum or oil (like castor oil or coconut oil) to keep your brow hairs hydrated and healthy.
- Avoid harsh chemicals: Be mindful of skincare products that contain strong acids or exfoliants near your brows.
- Schedule touch-ups: Brow lamination typically lasts 6-8 weeks. Schedule regular touch-up appointments to maintain your desired brow shape.
Summary
| Action | Timing | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Avoid touching/brushing | First 24 hours | Allows the lamination solution to set properly |
| Regular brushing | After 24 hours | Maintain brow shape and style |
| Hydrating with brow serum | Daily (after 24 hours) | Keep brow hairs healthy |
| Avoid water/steam | First 24 hours | Prevents weakening the effect |
