Brow lamination and classic brow design solve different problems. Lamination changes the direction of the hair: it brushes it up and sets it for four to six weeks, for unruly, drooping or gappy brows. Classic design changes the shape: it removes what is not needed and tints to define the arch. If your issue is the hair, lamination; if it is the shape, design; and if it is both, they can be combined in the same appointment.
What brow lamination is
Brow lamination is a treatment that restructures the hair with two lotions, one that softens it and one that sets it, to leave it brushed in the chosen direction for weeks. It is the same principle as a lash lift, applied to the brow.
At nails and the city, brow lamination includes shaping the outline, takes 60 min and costs €44.90. The effect holds for four to six weeks, the time the hair takes to renew itself.
What classic brow design is
Classic design is shaping the brow to suit your face, with wax or thread, plus a tint that evens out the colour and visually fills gaps. It does not change the direction of the hair: it changes the drawing.
Our brow design shapes and tints in the same 30 min session for €25.90. The shaping holds for around three weeks and the tint for three to four.
The differences, in a table
| What you compare | Brow lamination | Classic design |
|---|---|---|
| What it changes | The direction and volume of the hair | The shape and the colour |
| Technique | Two lotions and brushing, plus shaping the outline | Wax or thread shaping and tint |
| How long it lasts | 4 to 6 weeks | 3 to 4 weeks |
| Appointment length | 60 min | 30 min |
| Price | €44.90 | €25.90 |
| Ideal for | Unruly, drooping or gappy brows, the brushed-up look | Brows without a defined shape or with uneven colour |
| Home care | Brush daily and nourish with oil | Nothing special; touch-up at three weeks |
Which brows lamination works best for
Lamination looks better the more hair there is. It is the option for:
- Unruly brows that grow in several directions and ignore gel.
- Drooping tails, which brushing upwards visually lifts.
- Small gaps, because brushing the hair up and diagonally covers them.
- Anyone who wants the brushed-up look from the photos without gel every morning.
It is not worth it if the brow is very thin or sparse: there is no hair to set and the result does not show.
Which brows classic design works best for
Classic design is the foundation of everything. It is the option for:
- Brows without a defined shape, never designed or over-plucked years ago.
- Brows lighter than the hair, which tint evens out and fills in.
- Anyone who wants no commitment: at three weeks it is back to where it was and you decide again.
- Very sensitive skin, with threading, which does not touch the skin.
Can they be combined?
Yes, and it is what we do most. Lamination includes shaping the outline, and tint can be added in the same appointment for a complete result: shape, colour and brushed hair. Ask us when you book and we will tell you whether your brow calls for it.
Aftercare
- Lamination: 24 hours without wetting or making up the brow; afterwards, brush every morning and a little nourishing oil at night.
- Design: avoid direct sun, make-up and creams with acids for 24 hours; the tint lasts longer if you do not rub when removing make-up.
If you are unsure which to choose, the first appointment is a good moment to look at your brows calmly and decide together at the brow bar.
Frequently asked questions
Which lasts longer, lamination or brow design?
Lamination, four to six weeks, because it sets the hair until it renews. The shaping in a design holds for around three weeks and the tint for three to four.
Does brow lamination damage the hair?
Done with the right timings and with aftercare, no. We recommend leaving at least six weeks between laminations and nourishing the brow with oil at night. Laminating too often does dry the hair out.
Does lamination include shaping?
Yes. Our brow lamination includes shaping the outline, takes 60 min and costs €44.90. Tint can be added in the same appointment.
Can I have lamination with sparse brows?
If the brow is very thin or sparse, lamination barely shows: there is no hair to set. In that case design with tint, which fills visually, is the better choice, and let the hair grow before considering lamination.
How much does brow design cost?
€25.90, with shaping and tint in a 30 min session. Threading alone is €12.90 and tint alone, €18.90.