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| − | + | Threading is a temporary hair removal technique used mostly on eyebrows, as well as the lips, cheeks, and chin. The name derives from the cotton threads that are twisted to pull the hair from the root. It is also known as "tying" or "khite" in Arabic and is an ancient Indian method that has become increasing popular in some cities. Threading can be done at home fairly easily. | |
| − | [[Category:Shaving]] | + | [[Category: Shaving]] |
| − | [[Category:Hair Removal]] | + | [[Category: Hair Removal]] |
== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
===Threading Your Eyebrows=== | ===Threading Your Eyebrows=== | ||
| − | #Twist the thread loop at the middle. Start by stretching the loop between your hands. Hold the thread so that it is stretched between your thumb and index fingers. <ref>http://www.pamf.org/teen/health/skin/bodyhair.html</ref>{{Imagecaptiontop | Twist the thread loop at the middle | hidden=true}} | + | #Twist the thread loop at the middle. Start by stretching the loop between your hands. Hold the thread so that it is stretched between your thumb and index fingers. <ref name="rf15472">http://www.pamf.org/teen/health/skin/bodyhair.html</ref>{{Imagecaptiontop | Twist the thread loop at the middle | hidden=true}} |
#*Put one hand inside each end of the looped thread, with your palms up, before you rotate your hands several times. It might be enough to rotate them twice, although some experts suggest as much as 15 times. | #*Put one hand inside each end of the looped thread, with your palms up, before you rotate your hands several times. It might be enough to rotate them twice, although some experts suggest as much as 15 times. | ||
#*Roll your right hand in a clockwise direction to twist the thread six or seven times times, or until you have about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of intertwined thread between your hands. | #*Roll your right hand in a clockwise direction to twist the thread six or seven times times, or until you have about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of intertwined thread between your hands. | ||
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#*The twists of thread should move toward your left hand. Now, close the space between your right thumb and index finger and open the space between the left thumb and index finger. | #*The twists of thread should move toward your left hand. Now, close the space between your right thumb and index finger and open the space between the left thumb and index finger. | ||
#*This is the threading motion that traps hairs in the twisted thread and pulls them out. | #*This is the threading motion that traps hairs in the twisted thread and pulls them out. | ||
| − | #*In order to thread your eyebrows, you’re going to open and close your hands, and the thread. Your hand should be inside the thread loop when you open it so that part of the thread is on top and the other part of the thread is on the bottom of your hand.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLfqi8Bh1Y0</ref> | + | #*In order to thread your eyebrows, you’re going to open and close your hands, and the thread. Your hand should be inside the thread loop when you open it so that part of the thread is on top and the other part of the thread is on the bottom of your hand.<ref name="rf15473">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLfqi8Bh1Y0</ref> |
#Start threading your eyebrows. Make sure to thread the eyebrows in the opposite direction from which direction your hair grows. Notice the direction of hair growth first.{{Imagecaptionbottom | Start threading your eyebrows}} | #Start threading your eyebrows. Make sure to thread the eyebrows in the opposite direction from which direction your hair grows. Notice the direction of hair growth first.{{Imagecaptionbottom | Start threading your eyebrows}} | ||
#*Place the thread under the eyebrow hair that needs removing. You could apply dry loose power on your eyebrows. That will make it easier for the thread to pull it out. | #*Place the thread under the eyebrow hair that needs removing. You could apply dry loose power on your eyebrows. That will make it easier for the thread to pull it out. | ||
| − | #*Open up the loop and hand in the opposite direction that you want to thread (left hand to thread to the right; right hand to thread to the left). You want to place the twisted section of the thread under the hair that needs removing. When you open and close the loops, the twisted portion of the thread will tug out the hair.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWkrVzhuqrE</ref> | + | #*Open up the loop and hand in the opposite direction that you want to thread (left hand to thread to the right; right hand to thread to the left). You want to place the twisted section of the thread under the hair that needs removing. When you open and close the loops, the twisted portion of the thread will tug out the hair.<ref name="rf15474">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWkrVzhuqrE</ref> |
| − | #Grab the hairs with the thread. As you twist the center of the loop, the twisted threads will pluck out the hair. Some experienced practitioners will hold the thread in their mouth, while manipulating the other ends of it with both hands. Others hold each end of the thread in a different hand.<ref>https://intothegloss.com/2015/06/history-of-eyebrow-threading/</ref>{{Imagecaptionbottom | Grab the hairs with the thread}} | + | #Grab the hairs with the thread. As you twist the center of the loop, the twisted threads will pluck out the hair. Some experienced practitioners will hold the thread in their mouth, while manipulating the other ends of it with both hands. Others hold each end of the thread in a different hand.<ref name="rf15475">https://intothegloss.com/2015/06/history-of-eyebrow-threading/</ref>{{Imagecaptionbottom | Grab the hairs with the thread}} |
#*You can do this fast or slow. It’s the process of opening and closing your fingers that is pulling out the hairs. Very experienced practitioners are able to do this process very quickly. When you are starting out, though, go slow. | #*You can do this fast or slow. It’s the process of opening and closing your fingers that is pulling out the hairs. Very experienced practitioners are able to do this process very quickly. When you are starting out, though, go slow. | ||
#*Starting at the highest hairs you want removed, align the twists of thread to that hair. Open your right fingers in a smooth motion, moving the coil down, and then, open your left fingers to move the coil back. Continue these motions, working from the top to the bottom, aligning the coil of thread carefully before moving it up and down the removal area until all unwanted hair has been removed. | #*Starting at the highest hairs you want removed, align the twists of thread to that hair. Open your right fingers in a smooth motion, moving the coil down, and then, open your left fingers to move the coil back. Continue these motions, working from the top to the bottom, aligning the coil of thread carefully before moving it up and down the removal area until all unwanted hair has been removed. | ||
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===Preparing to Thread Your Eyebrows=== | ===Preparing to Thread Your Eyebrows=== | ||
| − | #Recognize the benefits of threading your [[Get Perfect Eyebrows|eyebrows]]. Although it sounds complicated, it’s really not. [[Thread Your Eyebrows|Threading]] your eyebrows has several advantages over other methods.<ref>http://www.getthreadednow.com/what-is-threading</ref><ref>http://www.xovain.com/how-to/how-to-thread-your-own-eyebrows</ref>{{Imagecaptionbottom | Recognize the benefits of threading your eyebrows | <b>Read below for more!</b>}} | + | #Recognize the benefits of threading your [[Get Perfect Eyebrows|eyebrows]]. Although it sounds complicated, it’s really not. [[Thread Your Eyebrows|Threading]] your eyebrows has several advantages over other methods.<ref name="rf15476">http://www.getthreadednow.com/what-is-threading</ref><ref name="rf15208">http://www.xovain.com/how-to/how-to-thread-your-own-eyebrows</ref>{{Imagecaptionbottom | Recognize the benefits of threading your eyebrows | <b>Read below for more!</b>}} |
| − | #*Threading the eyebrows is faster than plucking. It will also remove tiny hairs that you are likely to miss with tweezers. Some people also consider threading a less-painful method than waxing and tweezing.<ref>http://www.glamour.com/lipstick/blogs/girls-in-the-beauty-department/2012/07/the-dos-and-donts-of-eyebrow-t</ref> | + | #*Threading the eyebrows is faster than plucking. It will also remove tiny hairs that you are likely to miss with tweezers. Some people also consider threading a less-painful method than waxing and tweezing.<ref name="rf15477">http://www.glamour.com/lipstick/blogs/girls-in-the-beauty-department/2012/07/the-dos-and-donts-of-eyebrow-t</ref> |
| − | #*[[Wax|Waxing]] can irritate the skin, but threading is unlikely to do so. Threading your eyebrows is also faster and cheaper than using at-home wax kits. If you learn how to do it yourself, you can save a lot of money. The thread might cost you under $1.<ref>http://www.eyebrowthreadingtoday.com/</ref> | + | #*[[Wax|Waxing]] can irritate the skin, but threading is unlikely to do so. Threading your eyebrows is also faster and cheaper than using at-home wax kits. If you learn how to do it yourself, you can save a lot of money. The thread might cost you under $1.<ref name="rf15478">http://www.eyebrowthreadingtoday.com/</ref> |
| − | #*Many cities have salons that offer eyebrow threading services. If you’re not confident with your ability to do it yourself, see a professional! Threading improperly could result in eyebrows that don't look good. Professional threaders are often required to have licenses or permits.<ref>http://kbhc.ky.gov/Pages/Threading.aspx</ref>However, some studies have found dermatological complications from threading.<ref>http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3276903/</ref> | + | #*Many cities have salons that offer eyebrow threading services. If you’re not confident with your ability to do it yourself, see a professional! Threading improperly could result in eyebrows that don't look good. Professional threaders are often required to have licenses or permits.<ref name="rf15479">http://kbhc.ky.gov/Pages/Threading.aspx</ref>However, some studies have found dermatological complications from threading.<ref name="rf15480">http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3276903/</ref> |
#Gather the right tools. You will need a few key tools in order to thread your eyebrows. Luckily, none of these things costs very much, and they are widely available in drug stores. You may already have most or all of them at home.{{Imagecaptiontop | Gather the right tools}} | #Gather the right tools. You will need a few key tools in order to thread your eyebrows. Luckily, none of these things costs very much, and they are widely available in drug stores. You may already have most or all of them at home.{{Imagecaptiontop | Gather the right tools}} | ||
#*Buy a spoolie or clean lash comb or, if you don’t have those, find a fine-toothed comb. Consider purchasing loose face powder. Although not essential, it’s a trick that can make threading eyebrows easier. | #*Buy a spoolie or clean lash comb or, if you don’t have those, find a fine-toothed comb. Consider purchasing loose face powder. Although not essential, it’s a trick that can make threading eyebrows easier. | ||
#*You will need very small scissors such as grooming scissors or those small scissors you can find in sewing kits. | #*You will need very small scissors such as grooming scissors or those small scissors you can find in sewing kits. | ||
| − | #Purchase the right thread. This is the most important tool that you will need to thread eyebrows. And here’s the key: Make sure that you buy 100 percent cotton sewing thread.<ref>http://allwomenstalk.com/reasons-to-thread-your-eyebrows</ref>{{Imagecaptionbottom | Purchase the right thread}} | + | #Purchase the right thread. This is the most important tool that you will need to thread eyebrows. And here’s the key: Make sure that you buy 100 percent cotton sewing thread.<ref name="rf15481">http://allwomenstalk.com/reasons-to-thread-your-eyebrows</ref>{{Imagecaptionbottom | Purchase the right thread}} |
| − | #*You need a piece of thread that is the length of your forearm plus about three extra inches. Other experts say the thread should be about 15-24 inches long, and longer if you have big hands. The less string you use, the more control you will have. Choose thread that won't snap easily.<ref>http://www.indiaparenting.com/beauty/article.cgi?art_id=133</ref> | + | #*You need a piece of thread that is the length of your forearm plus about three extra inches. Other experts say the thread should be about 15-24 inches long, and longer if you have big hands. The less string you use, the more control you will have. Choose thread that won't snap easily.<ref name="rf15482">http://www.indiaparenting.com/beauty/article.cgi?art_id=133</ref> |
#*Choose thread that doesn’t have a large amount of synthetic fiber in it, especially if your eyebrow hair is very coarse. If you can’t find 100-percent cotton thread, choose thread that has a high percentage of cotton in it. You can use regular thread you find at sewing or other stores. | #*Choose thread that doesn’t have a large amount of synthetic fiber in it, especially if your eyebrow hair is very coarse. If you can’t find 100-percent cotton thread, choose thread that has a high percentage of cotton in it. You can use regular thread you find at sewing or other stores. | ||
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*Any type of sewing thread works, just make sure it doesn't snap easily. Avoid tugging too hard on the thread to check its strength. | *Any type of sewing thread works, just make sure it doesn't snap easily. Avoid tugging too hard on the thread to check its strength. | ||
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== Warnings == | == Warnings == | ||
