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Shavata Brow Studio, Oxford Street

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I originally noticed Shavata Brow Studio because of its innovative arty branding. This brow studio is located in House of Fraser on Oxford Street though there are branches elsewhere across the country.

Professional lash and eyebrow treatments frame your face unlike anything else and with the effects lasting longer and longer it seems to be an increasingly worthwhile way to spend your money.

At the small boutique Shavata counter you can have threading, tints or lashes. I tried the most popular eyebrow shaping. Threading is fast becoming the most desirable way to trim and define your brows despite the pain the method causes. My therapist at Shavata made sure I was comfortable in the reclining leather chair before quickly and accurately plucking away the unnecessary hairs with thin white thread. She followed my exact instructions and removed the hair only from the bottom and middle of my brows, (I find removing from the top causes unattractive regrowth).

When I was done she offered to try some of the Shavata beauty products out on me… to make my eyebrows even more striking. The brow pencil, gel and highlights worked wonders calming the redness and defining my new brow shape.

Shavata operate a walk-in service and, with no appointment necessary, it is quicker and easier than ever to get your brows in perfect condition.

More information here.

http://www.shavata.co.uk/

Browhaus, Lash Extensions, Covent Garden

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How did I not find out about Browhaus sooner? …a super fun salon offering numerous services to plump, primp and perfect lashes and brows. With many branches, this brand is popular across the globe and seems to be growing speedily. The Covent Garden branch is petite and stylish, a boutiquey little venue in the heart of London.
Bored of messing about with eyebrow shapes, I decided to try the individual lash extensions, the perfect way to obtain longer natural lashes.

I went down to the plush cushioned sofa beds with Priya, my therapist for the morning. She carefully explained the method and effect of the lashes… each strand is immaculately attached with glue to my own individual lashes. This makes the overall look subtle and realistic, with no clumps, basically you look like you’ve been born with the perfect set of lashes. I was given the choice of ‘Barbie style’ (longer in the centre) or ‘cat’s eye’ (longer at the end with a flick). Apparently the second option is more popular and as an ignorant first-timer I took Priya’s advice and chose cat’s eye. My lower lashes were taped down to avoid sticking and I was told to close my eyes. My eyes remained closed for the next sixty minutes and I can’t say it felt pleasant, it is weirdly uncomfortable losing the freedom of your lower lashes, although the application of the single strands wasn’t painful. The set of lashes lasts four to six weeks, and you are advised to come in every two weeks to have them perfected and additional strands applied. Opening my eyes was a revelation, my eyes looked bigger and better, fuller and far more fabulous. A week on and I am still enjoying the effects… no mascara is allowed (or needed) and oil based products are a no-go. I have had numerous compliments and I can’t imagine life without my fake lashes now!

Browhaus have also just begun offering the miraculous Brow Resurrection treatment. This is a semi permanent brow embroidery to thicken, shape and define the eyebrow lasting up to eighteen months. Although expensive, this method of implanting is more natural and painless than ever before and offers a life changing option to men and woman dreaming of better brows.

I’m sold on Browhaus, and cannot wait to return to try the other treatments, I think cluster extensions and brow tinting are next on the list for me.

Visit the Browhaus website here for more information.

http://www.browhaus.com/