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Soap Brows: That’s behind the eyebrow trend
So-called soap brows are currently all the rage, but why?
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Hardly a year goes by without new eyebrow hype. While the fine hairs were shaved off and thinly traced back in the 1930s, thick and bushy brows are in vogue today. In 2020 it was so-called soap brows that set a trend. But what is it actually?
Translated, the name Soap Brows simply means “soap brew” – and is actually self-explanatory. To get the eyebrows into shape, they are fixed with an ordinary eyebrow brush and a little soap. In contrast to other styling products, this technique is said to have several advantages: Ease of use and improved hold. In addition, your eyebrows appear thicker and more natural. Read here how to use the soap correctly and which products are suitable for Soap Brows.
Which soap is recommended for soap brows?
There is a waterproof one for real soap brows Eyebrow soapwhich (according to the manufacturer) does not leave any residue on the hair. Most products come with a brush that is used for applying and styling. Alternatively, you can use a commercially available soap to shape your eyebrows: it is best to use curd soap or solid soap Glycerine soap – It is transparent, skin-neutral (without dyes and fragrances) and therefore does not leave any colored residues. Liquid soap, on the other hand, is unfortunately not suitable as it sticks the hairs together.
Another note: On hot days or during sporting activities, it can happen that the glycerine soap runs through the body’s own sweat, as it is not waterproof (like special eyebrow soap).
Soap Brows: How to Use Soap Correctly
It is easy to use, but has some pitfalls. To turn your eyebrows into real soap brows, all you have to do is follow these three steps:
- Moisten the Eyebrow brush with a little water.
- Move the brush back and forth over the soap without it starting to foam.
- Use the brush to give your eyebrows the shape you want.
And one more important tip at the end: Always make sure that the accessories are clean. Wash the eyebrow brush thoroughly after each use so that no soap residue sticks to it. Then let the brush dry horizontally.
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