Every woman strives to always look good, but she does not always have the time and money to go to the salon. In such cases, home care methods come to the rescue. About how to properly breed henna for eyebrows and what kind of water to do, read further in the article.
What is henna
Henna is a paint from the leaves of Lavsonia, which grows in India. It is inexpensive, stable and does not harm health. Nowadays, many women use henna, and not some chemical dyes. It is used to color eyebrows or to adjust their shape. This action is painless and safe. At home, you can also perform such an operation, because water-browed henna for eyebrows is sold in any cosmetic store.
At home, you can use this plant, due to its unique composition, in which there are no chemical components, only natural ones. Although, there are times when dishonest manufacturers add synthetics to it.
What does it consist of?
The composition of henna for eyebrows looks like this:
- Crysofanol is a natural substance that gives the desired color to the eyebrows. In addition, it is an antiseptic, antifungal and anti-inflammatory agent.
- Emodin - thanks to this component, the eyebrows acquire shine.
- Aloe - emodin - stimulates hair growth.
- Carotene - restores damaged and brittle hairs.
- Betaine is a moisturizer for eyebrows and skin.
- Zeaxanthin and rutin are a firming agent.
- Fisalen complements the antimicrobial effect of krizonafol.
No matter where the eyebrows are painted: in the salon or at home. After all, each of the components of this coloring matter is unique in its own way and has cosmetic and medicinal properties.
Why choose henna
Even without the help of a specialist, if you choose the right shade and color the eyebrows correctly, you can get an amazing effect. The main thing is to know how to breed henna for eyebrows
Brow Henna (India) and CC Brow (from Lucas Cosmetics), by the way, are considered the most popular means for coloring. They correct the shape of the eyebrows, give them a rich shade, strengthen them, give strength and shine, the hairs become obedient and soft, help to achieve the effect of thick eyebrows, replace the paint with a chemical composition and take care of the skin. Even if women doubt such an effect, they can try to make a trial painting of the house. Of course, the effect will not be the same as in the cabin, but still the result will still look good.
Contraindications
The only contraindication to using this coloring matter is scratches or fresh wounds in the staining area. If there is such, then it is better to postpone the procedure, wait until it heals.
Paint or henna?
Many women are interested in how to better dye eyebrows. Those women who have already used henna once will no longer use the paint. If we consider the advantages of henna, then she has a lot of them:
- basically does not cause a skin reaction;
- very good effect on hairs and skin;
- it is easy to choose a shade for any type of appearance, it depends on the component with which henna is mixed;
- pregnant and lactating mothers can safely use it;
- during the coloring process does not cause discomfort, as when staining with ordinary paint, when you can feel the tingling due to the acidic elements of its composition;
- henna is much cheaper than paint;
- henna is a natural, useful and harmless dye that does not harm the structure of the hair, and in which there is no ammonia or peroxide;
- henna colored eyebrows look much thicker and more attractive than with regular dye.
Therefore, henna should be preferred when coloring eyebrows. It is very resistant and lasts longer than ordinary paint, and in addition, it is not only harmless to hairs and skin, but also beneficial.
Minuses
But still there are also disadvantages to staining. So, it takes more time than staining with ordinary paint. If the staining process in the latter case requires only 15-20 minutes, then the staining with henna takes about an hour.
Unlike ordinary paint, it flows heavily and pours. At home, mastering the biotattoo technique is very difficult, but, if desired, possible.
You can buy henna for eyebrows in a pharmacy or in cosmetic stores, as well as in boutiques of Indian goods.
We select a product
To get the desired result, first you need to familiarize yourself with the recommendations for the selection of dye. First of all, you need to know how to wash off this coloring agent from the face, hands or from some other surfaces.
On average, the shade of the eyebrows lasts a week, but it all depends on the features of the eyebrows and their hairs, as well as on whether henna was applied correctly, and, of course, on the quality of the substance. If the most ordinary henna is used, then it will be necessary to stain every 7 days, if a special composition for staining is chosen, then the shade will last 8-9 weeks.
Choose a shade of paint according to the color of the hair. Stylists advise choosing a color two shades darker than hair. Girls with blond hair will suit a dark blond shade, but not black at all. Also, black is not suitable for women with pale skin. Brunettes are recommended to use dark brown or black henna. Owners of red hair will suit chestnut or red color. This combination will look very impressive. For brown hair, a brown color is suitable, which is close to the natural color of the hair. You can use black, but not recommended, brown is better.
Henna structure
An important role is played by the structure of henna - it can be loose, gel-like and pasty.
Based on the reviews of women who color eyebrows at home, it is best to use gelled henna. The gel mixes well, unlike other structures. For use of henna at home, packaging in small packages is suitable.
When choosing a paint, you must pay attention to the expiration date, it is written on the packaging. Paint is applied to the face, so it is important to check whether there is an allergy to its components.
Many women dye their eyebrows with regular hair dye, but this cannot be done. After all, the structure of the hair of the head is different. In henna for hair, a greater concentration than that of henna for eyebrows. And this can worsen the condition of the hairs and even burn the skin around the eyes and eyebrows. Also, due to the use of hair dye, eyebrows may begin to fall out.
The color of natural paint depends on the component that is added to henna, namely: basma, leaves and shells of walnuts, cocoa, tea.
If you decide to choose Brow Henn, how to breed henna for eyebrows (CC Brow has ready-made shades)? There are several options:
- To get a chestnut color, you need to mix henna with basma, in a ratio of 3: 1.
- Chocolate color - if you mix finely chopped walnuts (1 tablespoon) with henna, add 100 ml of boiling water and stir until a creamy mass is obtained.
- To achieve black color, you need to dye the hairs with henna, then rinse and then cover with basma. The ratio of henna with basma is 1: 1.
- To acquire red color you need to mix henna with 3 tbsp. l cocoa powder, and pour this mixture with boiling water, and then stir until necessary density.
- To achieve a chestnut-red color, you need to dilute 4 teaspoons of coffee powder with 250 ml of hot water, then boil for 3 minutes, add henna and mix.
How can you wash off henna
To flush henna, you can use sunflower oil, castor oil, corn, linseed or almond. You need to oil the hairs all day, until they are clean. Oil can be left on the face for no longer than 10 minutes. Then wipe with a cotton pad.
You can also use lemon juice and citric acid. It is necessary to dilute it with water, moisten a cotton pad and apply to the face for 3 minutes. It may itch a little, but there is nothing to worry about, this is a normal sensation that will quickly pass.
There is another proven method that helps get rid of henna - this is hydrogen peroxide. Moisten a cotton swab with a solution and wipe the painted area. Wipe until hairs lighten.
But if none of the above is at hand, you can use soap, it is better to use soap, if it is not there, then use ordinary toilet. It is necessary to soap the hair, rub and rinse. If all else fails, then acetone or some kind of cleaning agent should not be used. Because the use of these products will harm the skin.
Although henna is a natural dye, it may not be suitable for everyone, so you need to know the positive and negative characteristics of the paint. Henna has long been used for cosmetic purposes.
The main disadvantages
The disadvantages of henna:
- it can not be applied to dyed hair, because it may turn blue or green;
- re-dyeing eyebrows is possible only when all previous paint is washed off;
- if you have a greasy skin type, then the paint will wash off faster;
- this product should not be applied to the skin with wrinkles.
How to breed henna for eyebrows Brow Henna and CC Brow?
Dilute henna for eyebrows in the following way: add a little lemon juice to hot water, pour this water into a bowl with a teaspoon of henna, mix. The mixture will be ready when it acquires a creamy consistency. Cover the container for five minutes.
But after finding out how to breed CC Brow or Brow Henna eyebrow henna, it’s important to adhere to the following rules:
- To color the eyebrows themselves at home, you will need glassware, plastic or polyethylene.
- Do not use a metal container because oxidation will occur.
- Mix the henna best with a plastic spoon.
- To draw eyebrows, you need a brush with short, hard villi.
- To remove excess paint, prepare cotton buds and cotton pads in advance.
- You will also need a greasy cream to lubricate the area around the eyebrows.
- When staining, it is better to wear disposable gloves and an apron or old clothes, which will not be a pity to stain.
- Do not use henna powder repeatedly, but only once, as there may be no effect.
- If the powder is yellow-green, then the henna is not expired, and if it is red, the expiration date has expired.
- Be sure to read the instructions before staining.