In recent years, the beauty industry has seen a surge in the popularity of brow lamination, a procedure that creates fuller, more defined eyebrows by restructuring brow hairs. While lash lifting products have been tried by some as a substitute for brow lamination solutions, there are significant reasons why this practice should be avoided. Understanding these reasons is crucial for both beauty professionals and enthusiasts to ensure safe and effective treatments.
The Chemistry of Lash Lifting Products
1. Perming Agent Concentration
Lash lifting products typically contain perming agents at concentrations of 9%-11%. For brow lamination, a safer threshold is anything below 5%. Higher concentrations can be harmful when applied to the delicate skin around the eyebrows, increasing the risk of irritation and damage.
2. pH Level Concerns
Human skin generally has a pH level of 4.5 to 5.5. Lash lifting solutions, however, have a pH level around 8 or 9. This significant difference can disrupt the skin’s natural balance, leading to adverse reactions such as redness, swelling, and peeling.
3. Alkalising Agents
To aid the perming process, lash lifting products include alkalising agents like Ethanolamine or Ammonium Hydroxide. These agents elevate the pH level of hair to allow the perming agent to work effectively. In professional formulations, these agents should not exceed 0.5%. Higher concentrations, often found in lash lifting products, can cause severe irritation and potential skin damage when used on brows.
Risks of Using Lash Lifting Products on Brows
1. Skin Irritation and Burns
The sensitive skin around the eyebrows is more susceptible to the harsh chemicals in lash lifting products. Overexposure can lead to skin burns, redness, and long-term irritation.
2. Hair Follicle Damage
The stronger formulation of lash lifting products can damage hair follicles, leading to hair loss and thinning brows. This defeats the purpose of brow lamination, which aims to create fuller, healthier-looking brows.
3. Unsuitable pH Levels
Using products with incompatible pH levels can disrupt the skin's natural barrier, leading to dryness, flakiness, and potential infection.
The Solution: Brow Lamination Products
At The Lash Collection, we have developed a range of brow lamination lotions designed explicitly for brow use. Our formulations are tailored to meet the specific needs of brow hairs and the surrounding skin, ensuring safety and effectiveness.
1. Optimised Perming Agent Concentration
Our brow lamination products contain safe concentrations of perming agents, specifically designed to work within the safe pH range of the skin.
2. Skin-Compatible pH Levels
Our solutions maintain a pH balance that complements the natural pH of your skin, minimising the risk of irritation and ensuring a smooth, comfortable application.
3. Gentle Alkalising Agents
We use alkalising agents in minimal, safe concentrations to avoid any risk of irritation or damage, providing a gentle yet effective brow lamination experience.
4. Keratin Vitamin Intensive Cream
Post-lamination, our Keratin Vitamin Intensive Cream conditions and nourishes the brows, leaving them glossy and healthy. This cream is specially formulated to enhance the results of brow lamination, ensuring that your brows look and feel their best.
Using lash lifting products for brow lamination is not only ineffective but can also be harmful. The specific needs of brow hair and the delicate skin surrounding it require specialised products designed to ensure both safety and optimal results. The Lash Collection’s brow lamination products are meticulously crafted to provide the best care for your brows, ensuring they are beautifully shaped, conditioned, and healthy.
For safe and stunning brows, always choose products specifically designed for brow lamination. Your skin and brows deserve the best!
