What Is Brow Lamination?
Brow lamination is a semi-permanent brow styling treatment that restructures the brow hairs so they stay in a lifted, brushed-up position. Think of it as a perm for your eyebrows — but instead of creating curls, it straightens and lifts the hairs so they lie flat in one direction, creating the appearance of fuller, thicker, more defined brows.
The treatment uses a chemical solution to break down the bonds in the hair, reshape them into the desired position, and then set them in place with a neutralising solution. The result is brows that look like they've been professionally brushed and set with gel — except they stay that way for 4-6 weeks without any daily styling.
Brow lamination is particularly effective for clients with unruly brows that grow in different directions, sparse brows where the hairs need to be spread to cover gaps, or anyone who wants the trendy "soap brow" look without daily effort.
How Brow Lamination Works
- Cleansing — brows are cleaned of any oils, makeup, or product
- Lifting solution — a perming cream is applied to break down the hair bonds (5-8 minutes)
- Shaping — hairs are brushed into the desired direction and shape while malleable
- Setting solution — a neutraliser is applied to lock the hairs in their new position (5-8 minutes)
- Nourishing — a conditioning treatment is applied to restore moisture to the hairs
- Optional tint — a brow tint can be applied at this stage for added definition and colour
The entire process takes approximately 30-45 minutes depending on whether you add a tint. There's no pain involved — the most you'll feel is a slight tingling from the solutions.
Brow Services at COSMO
Brow Lamination
Full lamination treatment to lift and set your brow hairs. Ideal for creating a fuller, more defined brow shape that lasts 4-6 weeks. Can be combined with a tint for maximum definition.
Brow Lamination with Tint
Lamination plus a semi-permanent tint that colours the brow hairs (including the fine, light hairs you can't normally see). The tint makes brows appear significantly thicker and more defined. This combination gives the most dramatic transformation and is our most popular brow service.
Eyebrow Wax & Tint
Precision waxing to shape your brows by removing unwanted hair around the arch, plus a semi-permanent tint to colour and define. This is a maintenance treatment — perfect between lamination appointments or as a standalone service for clients who want neat, defined brows without the lamination process.
Eyebrow Threading
Threading uses a twisted cotton thread to remove individual hairs with precision. It's gentle on sensitive skin (no chemicals or hot wax touching the face), extremely precise for shaping, and ideal for clients who react to wax. Threading gives a clean, defined brow shape and is excellent for maintenance between fuller treatments.
Pricing
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Brow Lamination | From £30 |
| Brow Lamination + Tint | From £35 |
| Eyebrow Wax & Tint | From £15 |
| Eyebrow Threading | From £10 |
| Eyebrow Tint Only | From £10 |
Aftercare
- Keep brows dry for 24 hours after treatment (no water, steam, or sweat on the brow area)
- Don't rub, touch, or reshape your brows for 24 hours — let them set
- Avoid makeup on the brow area for 24 hours
- Apply the nourishing oil provided daily to keep hairs conditioned
- Brush brows into place each morning with a clean spoolie (they should stay, but a quick brush helps)
- Avoid chemical peels, retinol, and exfoliants near the brow area for 48 hours
Who Is Brow Lamination For?
Brow lamination works for almost everyone, but it's particularly transformative for:
- Sparse brows — lamination spreads the hairs to cover gaps, making brows appear fuller without adding product
- Unruly brows — if your hairs grow in different directions and won't stay in place with gel, lamination forces them to behave
- Downward-growing brows — lifts drooping hairs upward, creating a more open, youthful look
- Asymmetrical brows — can help balance two brows that naturally sit differently
- Low-maintenance lovers — if you spend time every morning brushing and gelling your brows, lamination eliminates that step for 4-6 weeks