Getting your first eyebrow wax is a coming-of-age experience that no one forgets. And while movies and TV shows sometimes portray the experience as painful and scary, it's nothing you can't handle—we swear. When done by a pro, eyebrow waxing can be quick, easy, and will leave you feeling like your most confident and gorg self.
To find an aesthetician you can trust and receive VIP-level treatment, check out your closest European Wax Center location. Yup, EWC isn't just for bikini waxes. "For the first eyebrow appointment, guests receive a thorough consultation," says Deidra Green, VP of field performance at European Wax Center. "Our wax specialists ask about brow goals and recommend the shape that works best based on our guests’ natural features." Bonus: first EWC wax is ~completely free~, so there's no reason not to try it out.
If you're still feeling a little nervous, Green is here to debunk some brow waxing myths.
Eyebrow waxing isn't unbearably painful
Sure, waxing can feel a l'il uncomfortable the first time, but EWC's top priority is for you to have the best experience possible. After your initial consultation, your specialist takes extra steps to minimize stinging. It starts with a light oil application along your brows "to ensure the wax sticks to hair and not skin," says Green. Then your licensed esthetician trims the hairs before applying the brand's proprietary Comfort Wax (more on this formula below).
The wax won't damage your skin
EWC's Comfort Wax is specially formulated for sensitive skin and adheres only to hair—not your skin—for effective results without irritation. Most often, soft wax causes pulling and tearing at the skin. Comfort Wax is a hard wax that cools quickly, only latches onto hairs, and doesn't require the use of cloth strips, which can tug at the skin
Eyebrow waxing isn't just for thicker brows
Whether you have thick, bushy eyebrows or thinner arches, eyebrow waxing can work for you. "Waxing can only remove the hair that's targeted so you can create any brow shape with it," says Green, and the specialists at EWC are trained to create the shape that will best complement and accentuate your facial features. It's all about personalization. "Don't be afraid to tell the wax specialist what you want to achieve, and any fears or hesitations you might have. The more information we have about your preferences, the better we can customize your experience," she adds.
The results last a while
This isn't a treatment you'll have to keep up with weekly. Because waxing removes the hair from the root, your eyebrows will be looking ~snatched~ and sharp for about two to three weeks—but the confidence boost will likely last even longer. The frequency of your visits comes down to personal preference, though. Green says that some clients prefer to go longer between each wax to keep their brows more full. Work with your specialist to map out the perfect frequency.
Your hairs will grow back slower and finer
As you get into a rhythm with your waxing cadence, your hairs will begin to grow back slower and finer than before. "Waxing removes hair from the root which weakens it and thins regrowth over time," says Green.
