Henna Brows: How to Create Halal Brows for Your Clients
If you're looking to include a halal-friendly brow service on your treatment list, henna brows are a great option. Brow henna is a natural and plant-based dye that can provide a temporary colour to your brows and skin without compromising your beliefs. As in many practices, it is not halal to remove any brow hair, and therefore it’s important to look at other ways to achieve the desired look whilst remaining within your or your client's faith. Being an inclusive beautician is paramount, so in this blog post, we will guide you through the process of achieving halal brows using brow henna.
Preparation
Before applying brow henna, it is important to prepare your client’s eyebrows correctly. Start by cleansing the eyebrows thoroughly with a foam cleanser to remove any traces of oil, dirt, or makeup. This step ensures that the henna adheres well to the client’s brows for a more effective and long-lasting result. The next step of preparation is brow mapping. This step ensures you have a guide for the shape of the brows, helping you achieve a perfectly symmetrical look for your client. For a comprehensive henna brow mapping guide, take a look at this blog!
Mixing the Henna
It’s time to pick your colour and mix your So Henna powder! Our brow henna should be mixed with distilled water at a 2:1 ratio, and we always recommend using the mixing tool to get the perfect consistency. It should be a creamy, honey-like consistency with a glossy finish. Remember to use a glass dish, as a metal dish can cause unwanted oxidisation and premature colour development.
Applying the Henna
As usual, using a brow brush, apply the henna paste to the eyebrows. Always begin by outlining the shape of your client’s brows, following their natural arch. Then you can go ahead and fill in the rest of the eyebrow area, ensuring the henna covers all the hairs evenly. To make sure the results are natural and not ‘blocky’, you can either apply less of the mixture at the front of the brow or you can remove the front section slightly earlier than the rest.
Waiting and Removing
Allow the henna to set on your brows for the recommended time, depending on the desired colour intensity, your client’s complexion, and their brow hairs.
Once the waiting period is over, use a damp cotton pad to gently remove the excess brow henna. Start from the inner corner of the eyebrow and swipe outward to avoid any accidental smudging.
Eyebrow Bleach
This is where the halal part of the process comes into play. Usually, once the brow henna has been removed, this is where you would go in with tweezers, brow wax, or thread to remove the unwanted brow hair, achieving the perfect shape. However, for the brows to be halal, no hair can be removed. So, what are our options? There is a great alternative to hair removal which will leave your clients with flawless results… eyebrow bleach! Instead of tweezing or using brow wax, you can simply bleach the hair that sits outside of the brow mapping lines. This hair will then be so pale that it will not be visible, and you will still get those crisp henna brows your client is after without actually removing any hair.
Henna Brows Aftercare
Now it’s time to preach henna brows aftercare as we always do! It’s important that you advise clients of the correct aftercare if they want their henna brows to last. Make sure they keep them dry for the first 24 hours and moisturise their brows regularly using a brow oil to keep them hydrated and prevent dryness. For a full deep dive into henna brow aftercare, this is the blog for you!
It’s so important as a beautician that you are inclusive and can provide services that are accessible to everyone. Brow henna can be a great option for achieving gorgeous brows without compromising on style or beliefs. Its natural, plant-based formula ensures that your eyebrows remain in line with your client’s religion, and by following the steps outlined in this blog post, you can confidently use brow henna to enhance the appearance of your brows while remaining halal.
