TL;DR:
- Eyelash and eyebrow lamination are cosmetic procedures to style and enhance lashes and brows with natural, long-lasting effects.
- Key techniques:
- Eyebrow lamination: Reshapes and tames brow hair using thioglycolic acid; adds shine and nourishment.
- Eyelash lamination: Lifts, thickens, curls, and darkens lashes using keratin and dyes; non-invasive and strengthening.
- Indications: Suitable for taming unruly hairs, thickening, darkening, and improving lash/brow appearance; ideal for busy routines or weak hairs.
- Contraindications: Includes eye/skin infections, allergies, keratitis, chemotherapy, and recent surgeries; not for pregnant/nursing women.
- Results: Fuller, aligned brows; curled, thicker, and darkened lashes lasting up to 2 months.
- Procedure duration: 50-90 minutes; no water or cosmetics for 24 hours post-treatment. Safe when performed correctly.
More than one woman dreams of looking perfect. Ladies pay special attention to the outline of the face, and hence the growing popularity of cosmetic procedures. One of the options is eyelash and eyebrow lamination. Expressive eyebrows with regular and proper shape are the latest hit. However, taming unruly hairs is quite a challenge. Fortunately, with help comes the lamination procedure, which is an innovative method of styling eyebrows and eyelashes. It makes it possible to achieve a natural look while highlighting eyelashes and eyebrows at the same time. The lamination procedure looks slightly different when styling eyebrows and eyelashes, but gives the same spectacular and long-lasting results.
What does eyebrow and eyelash lamination consist of?
The creators of nutritional preparations came to the conclusion that since there is hair lamination, it is just as well to apply a similar technique to eyebrows and eyelashes. However, they adjusted the composition to the specifics of their growth and development, so that the desired results could be achieved.
- **Eyebrow lamination is an action to change the shape of the hair and the direction of its growth. This is made possible by the use of thioglycolic acid, which breaks the disulfide bond of the hair. This, in turn, makes it very malleable. This makes it very easy to give the hair the desired shape and change the direction of its growth. During the lamination procedure, eyebrows gain intense regeneration and shine.
- Laminating eyelashes, on the other hand, is an action aimed at lifting, thickening and gently curling them.** Creatine, special paint and nutritional preparations are used. The combination of such substances makes it possible to gently change the shape and lift of the eyelashes, in addition to also regenerating them and darkening their color. This treatment is completely non-invasive, does not weigh down or weaken the eyelashes.
Lamination of eyelashes and eyebrows – what are the indications?
Eyebrows and eyelashes are a very important styling element that affects not only the appearance of the eyes, but also the entire face. Laminating is indicated for anyone who wants to adjust, tame and improve the appearance of eyebrows and eyelashes. This treatment is an excellent solution for those who do not have time to paint their eyelashes with mascara every day and curl them with an eyelash curler.
Thanks to lamination, unruly eyelashes and eyebrow hairs growing in different directions will finally be tamed. Eyebrows will take on a completely new, more favorable shape and appearance. Eyelash and eyebrow lamination should also benefit those who have weakened hair or eyelashes. The treatment will nourish and strengthen them from within.
In addition, lamination of eyelashes and eyebrows will cause:
- Curling the eyelashes,
- Increasing the thickness of the eyelashes,
- Darkening the natural color of the eyelashes,
- Strengthening of weakened eyelashes,
- Taming of eyelashes growing downward,
- Lifting eyelashes and "opening" the eye,
- Giving eyebrows a fashionable shape,
- Matching the shape of the eyebrows to the contours of the face,
- Thickening and highlighting the eyebrows,
- Getting rid of eyebrow hairs that grow in different directions,
- Enhancing eyebrows and eyelashes.
Contraindications
The procedure cannot be performed in cases of eye and skin diseases, herpes, conjunctivitis, infections and mechanical damage to the skin. Eyelash and eyebrow lamination is also not recommended for pregnant and nursing women. Contraindications include:
- Barrenness on the eyelid,
- Allergies,
- Keratitis,
- Treatment with chemotherapy,
- Eye and area surgeries performed less than six months after surgery.
Course of treatment
Eyebrow lamination begins with a comprehensive cleansing and degreasing of the eyebrows. For this purpose, special preparations and shampoos are used. The next step is the application of an activator, the main component of which is thioglycolic acid. It affects the disulfide bridges that are the building blocks of the hair. It first causes them to break down and then creates new ones, making the eyebrows manageable. In the next step, creatine, which is a natural nourishing substance, is applied to the eyebrows. The action is aimed at rebuilding the structure of the hairs and giving them a beautiful shine. After fixing the hair, a substance with a positive effect on it is applied. It consists of, among others, jojoba oil, vegetable botox and macadamia oil. The entire procedure takes about 50 minutes and requires no prior preparation. The only thing to remember is that you should not soak or wash your eyebrows until 24 hours after the treatment. Laminating eyelashes – just like eyebrows – begins with their thorough cleaning and degreasing. Then a cotton swab is placed on the lower eyelid to protect the skin from contact with the preparations and the lower lashes from sticking together. In the next step, a silicone roller is applied to the upper eyelid, onto which the upper lashes are screwed (analogous to making curls with rollers). On the eyelashes prepared in this way, a preparation that prepares them for coloring is applied directly. After the nourishing substance dries, coloring with black or brown dye (depending on the previous choice) begins. The dye dries in several minutes. The final step of eyelash lamination is to fix all previously applied products on the hair with creatine. Once the creatine dries, the procedure is complete. The entire process takes 60 to 90 minutes, and the results last up to 2 months. It is worth remembering, however, that for 24 hours after the procedure the eyelashes may be a bit stuck together and not look as expected.
You should also not soak your eyelashes or apply cosmetics on them until 24 hours after lamination. After this time, the eyelashes get their dream look, can be painted with mascara and do not require any additional care.
Effects after the procedure
The main effect of eyebrow lamination is primarily visual. The hairs are perfectly aligned, they look more groomed, wider and fuller. Immediately after the procedure you get a 3-in-1 effect – the hairs are permanently arranged, the eyebrows are darkened with paint, and the hairs are moisturized and look healthy. Eyebrow lamination is a procedure to tame unruly hairs. After these measures, you don't need to paint and style them every day, thus gaining valuable time. In addition, on laminated eyebrows paint color lasts much longer. This treatment is also a great way to cover up failed permanent makeup. Eyelash lamination, on the other hand, is a way to strengthen eyelashes and give a natural, beautiful look every day without having to spend extra time applying mascara. A unique advantage of lamination is that it makes lashes more flexible and gives them deep color for up to 2 months after the procedure. Also worth mentioning is the low amount of irritation caused by lamination, unless people have very sensitive skin around the eyes.
Is lamination of eyelashes and eyebrows safe?
Lamination is a chemical procedure. The formulations used include ammonium thioglycolate, which changes the shape of the hairs. However, it does not destroy them in any way, and it is not a conditioning treatment. Many people, due to the care recommendations after the procedure, end up taking care of their eyebrows and eyelashes and as a result, they become much prettier, as well as healthier. The procedure is completely safe and there are virtually no contraindications (other than serious medical conditions) to the procedure.
Conclusion
Eyelash and eyebrow lamination is a game-changer for effortless, polished beauty. This innovative treatment tames unruly hairs, enhances natural features, and delivers long-lasting, low-maintenance results. Whether you're after fuller brows, lifted lashes, or both, lamination saves time and boosts confidence. Though safe for most, it's crucial to consider contraindications and follow aftercare tips. With benefits like deep nourishment and defined shapes, this procedure reshapes not just your look but also your routine. It’s a simple and effective way to achieve beauty with ease—no daily effort required. Perfectly styled brows and lashes are closer than you think.
