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.