How Often Should You Get Your Brows Done? Maintenance Tips from Experts

CEO/Founder Of Bela Beauty College

TLDR;

You should get your brows professionally done every 2–6 weeks depending on your hair growth, skin type, and the treatment used (waxing, threading, tinting, or lamination). Regular maintenance combined with at-home care helps maintain shape, fullness, and overall brow health.

Understanding Your Natural Brow Growth Cycle

Eyebrow hairs typically grow back within 2–6 weeks.
This regrowth rate varies depending on genetics, age, hormone levels, and skin care habits.
The natural brow growth cycle includes anagen (growth), catagen (transition), and telogen (resting) stages.

Signs it’s time for your next appointment:

Hairs growing outside your defined brow line
Loss of shape or uneven arch
Faded tint or laminated look no longer holding

Pro Tip:
Always observe how your own brows respond between sessions to determine your optimal appointment timeline.

Ideal Maintenance Frequency Based on Brow Treatments

Brow Waxing

Recommended: Every 3–4 weeks
Waxing pulls from the root, delaying regrowth compared to tweezing.
Avoid waxing too soon to prevent irritation or thinning. Brow Wax is most effective when paired with proper technique and aftercare for long-term results.

Pros:

Clean, sharp shape
Long-lasting results

Cons:

Not ideal for sensitive skin
Can lead to over-thinning if done too frequently

Brow Threading

Recommended: Every 2–4 weeks
Great for sensitive or acne-prone skin
Threading removes hair with precision and less trauma to the skin

Threading vs Waxing:

Threading lasts about the same as waxing but is less abrasive
Waxing may give a cleaner finish, but threading allows finer control

Brow Tinting

Recommended: Every 2–4 weeks
Tint fades naturally due to skin turnover and cleansing products
Go sooner if you prefer deeper color or if brows fade fast

What affects tint fading?

Frequent face washing
Sun exposure
Skincare acids (like AHAs or retinol)

Brow Lamination

Recommended: Every 6–8 weeks
Lamination straightens and sets the brow hairs for a fuller look
Don’t do it too often to avoid damaging the hair shaft

Aftercare Tips:

Avoid water and steam for 24–48 hours
Use a nourishing brow serum
Gently brush hairs daily with a spoolie

Expert Advice on Eyebrow Grooming Routines

Bela Beauty College educators recommend tailoring your brow routine based on:

Hair type (coarse grows back quicker than fine)
Skin sensitivity (sensitive skin needs longer recovery between appointments)
Hormones and health (e.g., pregnancy, PCOS, or thyroid conditions can affect growth)

Pro Tip:
Consult with a certified brow specialist to create a personalised plan—or better yet, consider taking a professional Eyebrow Lamination Course to deepen your understanding.

DIY vs Professional: When Should You Visit a Salon?

At-home grooming is fine for:

Light tweezing for stray hairs
Trimming with brow scissors
Brushing and applying brow gel

Leave to the professionals:

Shaping
Tinting
Laminating
Correcting symmetry

Avoid between visits:

Over-plucking
Using blunt tools
Trying chemical treatments without training

At-Home Eyebrow Maintenance Tips Between Visits

Tweeze only visible stray hairs, never reshape at home
Use a slant-tip tweezer for precision
Apply a growth serum to encourage fullness (see our eyebrow serum guide for professional recommendations)
Use a brow pencil or powder to fill sparse areas
Brush your brows daily to maintain direction and fluffiness

Recommended Tools:

Slant tweezers
Brow spoolie
Mini scissors
Brow stencils (for beginners)

Brow Maintenance by Face Shape & Style

Match your brow shape to your face:

Oval: Soft arches enhance balance
Round: High arches add length and definition
Square: Curved brows soften angular features
Heart: Rounded brows balance a wider forehead

Define your style:

Minimalist: Natural and lightly brushed
Defined: Bold, structured with tint or lamination
Soft: Slightly filled and softly arched

Seasonal & Lifestyle Factors That Affect Brow Maintenance

Summer:

Sweat, sunscreen, and chlorine fade tints faster
Waxing might irritate sun-exposed skin

Winter:

Slower growth may extend time between visits
Cold weather can cause dryness—use a brow oil or balm

Lifestyle impact:

Frequent gym-goers should cleanse brows post-workout
Skincare acids may cause brow tint to fade quickly
Sun exposure requires brow sunscreen to protect the skin and color

FAQs About Eyebrow Appointment Frequency

Is once a month enough?

For most treatments, yes. But fast regrowth may require visits every 2–3 weeks.

Can I get brows done too often?

Yes—over-waxing or tinting can thin your brows or irritate your skin. Stick to the ideal cycle.

How do I know it’s time to go back?

If your shape is uneven, your tint is faded, or hairs are growing outside the defined line—it’s time.

Expert-Recommended Brow Maintenance Timeline

Treatment Type	Ideal Frequency
Waxing	Every 3–4 weeks
Threading	Every 2–4 weeks
Tinting	Every 2–4 weeks
Lamination	Every 6–8 weeks

Pro Tip:
Print and tape this near your mirror or add reminders to your calendar.

Common Brow Maintenance Mistakes to Avoid

Over-tweezing creates sparse patches and takes months to recover
Neglecting aftercare reduces the lifespan of tint or brow lamination
Ignoring symmetry causes uneven arches
Using dull tools can break hair rather than remove it cleanly

Related Services and When to Book

Combine services for efficiency:

Wax + tint = color and clean shape
Lamination + tint = bold and brushed-up brows

Book early for events:

Weddings, photo shoots, or vacations
Schedule at least 5–7 days before the event for any redness to settle

Thinking of trying something new?

Consult your technician if you want to switch shapes or styles

Learn Eyebrow Perfection with Bela Beauty College

At Bela Beauty College, we not only teach beauty professionals how to master brow artistry—we help them understand the deeper science of hair growth, skin health, and aesthetic harmony. Whether you’re training to be a brow tech or simply want to elevate your personal grooming game, our Brow Mastery Course is designed to teach the full art and science of brow shaping, tinting, and lamination.

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