What is Brow Henna & why is it better than a traditional eyebrow tint?
If you want to learn about Brow Henna or you’re wondering how to make brow henna last longer, you are in the right place.
Henna for eyebrows is a natural pigment alternative to traditional eyebrow tinting. Traditionally, eyebrow tints contain chemicals, that open the hair shaft cuticle and enter the cortex which can be very dehydrating, while henna uses a natural plant-based ingredient, Lawsonia Inermis, a flowering plant that penetrates the cuticle and bonds with the clients own colour molecules, It also attaches to the clients epi-dermis to achieve the stain on the skin.
Unlike traditional chemical-based stains or over powering dyes, Brow Henna for eyebrows doesn’t damage or dry out eyebrows or skin, in fact Henna actually seals the cuticle leading to brows that are lustrous whilst improving hair elasticity. Some other amazing benefits of Brow Henna, encourages new growth, conditions the hair for a shiny appearance, natural nutrients nourish, perfect for resistant grey and white hair, no ammonia or peroxides, naturally cooling, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties, naturally balances oil production keeping skin at PH level, removes excess oils from hair, unclogs hair follicles and restores normal function to sebaceous glands and builds a protective barrier around each hair shaft locking in moisture and keeping hair conditioned.
One of the greatest benefits of Brow Henna is that it acts as a brow filler and a brow tint. Henna creates a fuller appearance because it stains the skin underneath your brow hair, giving your brows a thicker look.
Will Brow Henna turn my eyebrows a reddish-brown?
The last thing anyone wants is mismatched brows or an unnatural red-brown tone, but fear not! Lash Sublime distributes a brand called BrowXenna, the first Brow henna in the world and who offer a range of 15 colours, some include cacao and indigo that cool the colours and outcomes. They are also the only brand that have specific moderators (graphite and amber) to change the colour outcomes.
How long does Brow Henna last?
Traditionally, brow henna on your eyebrow hair will last 4 to 6 weeks, which is a lot longer than the 2 to 4-weeks that conventional eyebrow tints usually provide. However, the henna stain on your skin from your brow treatment, which helps create the appearance of thicker brows, lasts around 7 to 14 days, depending on your skin type.
Does the length they last depend on the materials used?
Not all henna pigments are created equal, and the lighter your henna eyebrow tint is, the quicker it can fade. Generally speaking, darker henna tints for eyebrows last longer on both your skin and hair.
Brow Henna: A guide on how to make them last
After your henna brow appointment:
- Keep your brows dry for at 24-hours
Steer clear of washing your brow area, getting sweaty or showers as much as possible as they can wash away your brows before you’ve had a chance to enjoy them. - Skip exfoliating your brows
Avoid exfoliating your brow area as it will cause the henna tint on your skin and hair to fade faster, check if your cleansers are active and if so, avoid the eyebrow area.
Skin types and Brow Henna
Like any other dye or tint, henna lasts longer on dryer skin types; the reason for this is because sebum produced by your skin breaks down the bonds in the brow henna much faster. If you struggle with an oilier skin type, know that one of the natural benefits of henna is balancing of oil production, so the more regular your application the longer your stain will last.
To really enjoy your fuller, defined brows and keep them looking fantastic, you can rebook your henna eyebrow every 2 to 3 weeks.
Are there any products you can use to make them last longer?
Henna isn’t permanent and does fade with time as your skin cells renew. You can use products to help make your henna brows last longer between tints and get the most out of your brows.
Choosing oil-free skincare products like makeup removers, cleansers, and moisturisers will help reduce fading.
The BrowXenna range offers aftercare oil, keratin serums and hyaluronic acid with ceramides, which all will help to improve longevity whilst nourishing the skin and hair for the healthiest brow.
You can also use a brow pomade or pencil to fill in any gaps as you wait to repeat your Brow Henna treatment.
How often can you use Brow Henna on your eyebrows?
We recommend making an appointment every 2 to 3-weeks or once a month to keep your brow henna looking on point.
The more often we stain the skin underneath your brows, the longer the skin stain will last, and so will your full and fabulous brows.
Why does using a professional service henna brows last longer?
Doing lasting brow henna at home may not seem complicated, but there is so much that can go wrong, from using the wrong henna to not letting the henna process correctly or even removing the tint too soon before the pigment settles, let alone contraindications that go with professional services.
Using a professional brow henna tinting service means you leave your appointment with a lasting custom colour to match your skin tone and perfectly shaped brows for your face.
A professional brow henna artist is expert at choosing colours, brow mapping and application.