Pluck with less pain!

Once you've got your tweezers out, it's time to get busy. But don't start plucking without some preparation. First, you want open pores so hairs can be more easily removed. A warm shower or bath beforehand can help with that to make your skin relaxed and soft. Don’t have a lot of time? That’s fine too. Place a hot washcloth on your face for a few minutes. You should also prepare the tweezers. Some beauty experts recommend placing tweezers in the freezer before you use them. The cold metal numbs the skin as you pluck, reducing pain.

Proper technique is extremely important. Use a spiral brush to shape your brow and get hairs into place. Next, if needed, use brow scissors to trim longer hairs, checking for equal balance and proportion as you work. Now you're ready to start plucking. Grab each hair at the root and pull smoothly in the direction of hair growth. Remember: Don't use tweezers to remove hair over large areas because it can cause ingrown hairs or scarring. And consider applying a soothing cream after tweezing to reduce redness and inflammation.