OFF & ON was borne from the notion that hair removal could be enjoyable and that the unsung hero of the face, brows, deserved a lot more cudos. ON national trainer Hannah Pickering answers some common questions about how to get the best lashes and brows.
What does ‘believable brows’ mean?
Believable brows are your best brows. We work with your facial proportion and symmetry to create the brows you were always meant to have – no cookie cutter brows here! We provide lots of different brow services so that there’s something for everyone, from a brow shape to a feather touch tattoo, you’ll find something that complements you and your brows. We prefer to stay away from forcing trends or fads, preferring to provide a future-proofed brow!
Why should we consider brows to be the hero of the face and why do you think we often neglect and ignore them?
Brows bring balance and harmony to the face; the wrong brow shape or colour can detract. Brows have become a non-negotiable for many thanks to lockdown and the increase in mask wear. Now that masks have gone, clients are still committed to their brows, especially if they’ve suffered an at-home disaster while trying to maintain them. Brows have been our busiest service for more than a decade. Coming into party season, appointments are already getting booked up, so don’t miss out!
What’s the difference between microblading and powder brows?
Microblading creates hair strokes and powder brows are a fine misted/pixelated brow. Combination brows are a microbladed front with a powdered body and tail. Microblading, powder and combination brows are semi-permanent options, lasting up to 18 months before needing a touch up appointment. We offer consultations to decide what sort of brow would best suit based off your personal preference, lifestyle, and the base foundation of your brows and skin.
What does an LVL lash lift look like and is it easy to maintain?
LVL stands for length, volume, and lift, and is the modern version of a lash perm. The appointment takes an hour and afterwards you need to keep your lashes as dry as possible for 24 hours so that they can set in place. From then all you need do is brush them with a spoolie or a bit of mascara and you’re good to go! Results last for up to eight weeks and we recommend using either a brow and lash oil or RevitaLash Lash and Brow Masque to maintain lash health!
What are the most popular eyebrow trends currently?
Full fluffy brushed up brows are still a popular trend, especially coming into the warmer months. A brow lamination or a brow soap are perfect for achieving this look. On the runway, bleached brows have been popular, but this isn’t a very practical trend due to the speed at which brows grow – to recreate this at home, use a tinted brow gel in a lighter shade to lighten the brows.
What top tips do you have for nailing brow and lash care at home?
Brow and lash health is very important with products such as Brow Code, Brow Gold Oil or RevitaLash/RevitaBrow to nourish the brows, especially if you get treatments such as a LVL or a brow lamination. We recommend not overdoing your brows at home. If you do need to tweeze between appointments, take a pinkie-finger amount from between the brows. Fill your brows in with some product first then tweeze away from the shape. Natural light is key, and less is more.
