Henna Brows: Beyond the Basics

Eyebrows are extremely important today. Not only do we pay so much attention to the way they look and spend time in front of the mirror trying to draw them on, but we sometimes even judge people based on the look of their eyebrows. We had all judged Cara Delevigne’s thick eyebrows before they became so popular, and we also judged Rihanna’s super thin eyebrows that she rocked on the front cover of Vogue. Be as it may, it would have been such an amazing thing if we simply woke up and had the best version of our brows on our faces. However, the time has come to have different options to make this happen. Apart from microblading, there’s a new thing that’s also very popular – henna brows. You might have heard about it, but if not, take a look at what you might want to know:

What are Henna Brows?

This is probably the first question that pops in your mind. Henna brows are a form of eyebrow tinting. This technique is used to stain the skin beneath the brow hairs using high-quality henna pigment. The purpose of henna eyebrows is to cast a shadow in your eyebrows, thus creating an illusion of depth and fullness in the area. What it also does is fill in any sparseness that you might be experiencing.  Henna is a dye made out of a plant usually known as the henna tree. This dye and this technique per se has been around since the time of the ancient Egyptians and it was not only used for dyeing hair, but clothes and fabrics as well.

What Should I Have in Mind?

Nowadays, more and more people opt for this technique. Remember that, if you opt for henna brows (or any other form of brows), be sure to bring some photos of the shape and thickness you are wanting to achieve.

What’s the Process Like?

The henna process is generally quite quick and easy, and it takes only half an hour to an hour. The brow line is sculpted into the preferred shape using the wax-and-tweeze method, and thence mix the right shade of henna shade. The henna powder is mixed with water to form a paste which is be applied on your eyebrows and stay there for approximately 15 minutes (just long enough to be soaked in nicely).

How Long Do Henna Brows Last?

The results of henna brows typically last somewhere between 2 to 4 weeks, but this greatly depends on the type of your skin. If your skin is drier, your henna brows will last just a bit longer than they would have if your skin was oily. Another thing that you should know is that skin conditions such as psoriasis, dermatitis and eczema can also greatly affect your final outcome.

How to Properly Maintain Your Henna Brows in Order to Make them Last Longer?

There are several things that you need to bear in mind. First of all, do not wet your eyebrows for the first 12 hours after getting your henna brows. Also, use as little cleaning products as possible, and do not apply many creams to the brows. The key is not to over wash your face nor exfoliate it, as you don’t want to wash the henna dye off. Another thing that you don’t want is spend a lot of time in the sun as the sun rays might make your henna color fade. However, there are conditioners and nourishing oils (such as castor oil) that will help them last longer.

What’s Different Between Henna Brows and Other Temporary Eyebrow Tintings ?

The main difference between henna brows and other temporary eyebrow tintings is the fact that henna stains the skin and stays in place longer thatn a tint would on your skin, so if you like that ‘filled in’ brow look, then this is for you. It’s vegan friendly, which is a feature that many clients want, and the henna dye is free of any peroxide activators, which means that even people with sensitive skin can opt for it. It is also a great way to have killer eyebrows if you’re still not ready to opt for cosmetic tattooing or microbladed eyebrows. Henna eyebrows is a great place to start if you’re contemplating microblading as you get to ‘live’ with fuller brows before opting for the microblading treatment.

Are There any Misconceptions or Misunderstandings?

Before opting for this treatment, we will talk to you about what you can and can’t do with your henna brows. Even though it’s thought that you can create a completely new shape of brows with henna, it’s a misunderstanding. Henna can make your eyebrows fuller or fill in any bald spots, but it cannot stain your skin where there’s no hair.

How Many Shades are There?

There are 6 shades of henna dye – Honey, Taupe, Hazelnt, Natural Brown, Ash Brown & Raven. However, if your hair colour is a bit different than the henna dye, we can always mix two colours together to create the perfect shade.

Conclusion: Who Should Do It?

If you’re not satisfied with the shape and the current state of your eyebrows, you should definitely opt for at least one option of making your brows fuller and more aesthetically pleasing. As already mentioned, if you’re not ready yet to opt for more permanent solution such as microblading, then getting henna brows is an excellent option. Most importantly, it’s vegan and cruelty free, which is another plus.