Threading - a brazilian reasons #0007
What is it?
Threading, another form of epilating, is a method of hair removal originating in Iran, India, Central Asia and China and has become most popularly used in Western countries for trimming and shaping the eyebrows.
During threading, thin cotton or polyester thread is doubled, then twisted. It is then rolled over areas of unwanted hair, plucking the hair at the follicle level. Threading can remove short rows of hair in one stroke, it provides more precise control in shaping eyebrows and is gentler on the skin than waxing.
There are a few different techniques for threading, including the hand method, mouth method and neck method but the mouth holding method is the fastest and most precise.
Pros: Precise, Fast treatment time, Single treatments are relatively inexpensive, Safe for all body parts, Not messy, Better option for people who cannot put wax on their face
Cons: Known to be uncomfortable, Hair eventually grows back, Distorts follicles causing ingrown hairs upon regrowth, Can cause slight redness and swelling immediately after treatment
The Pain Factor: If done correctly, threading causes some discomfort but should not cause pain.
Longevity: Lasts 1-3 weeks
In Summary: Threading allows for a more defined and precise shape and can create better definition for eyebrows. Threading is not a good method for removing hair on arms or legs, as the hair in those regions is typically quite coarse and there is too much to remove.
Results are equivalent to sugaring, waxing, tweezing and epilating
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