This article is the ultimate guide to behind the counter eyebrow waxing kits for use at home and introduces the 10 best kits available as well as providing a guide to choosing the right product for your skin, face shape and style.
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The 10 Best Eyebrow Waxing Kits
There are a number of different options available when it comes to eyebrow waxing. These include strips, loose wax and wax pens. There are also options when it comes to heating as, some products can be activated simply by warming between the hands whereas others need to be heated in a microwave. You also need to take into consideration the condition of your skin such as irritations and sunburn as well as medications which may be affected by the waxing.
It is, of course, important to note that everybody’s eyebrows are different – the following is intended only as a guide to the pros and cons of each product.
Parissa Brow Shaper Mini Wax Strips- Most convenient and effective eyebrow waxing kit
The Parissa Brow Shaper Mini Wax Strips are convenient and effective. The packet contains enough for four separate brow waxes which makes this product extremely cost effective for those on a budget.
Strangely, the strips are rectangular which is an odd shape for eyebrow waxing so they do need to be trimmed and shaped before use but it’s was easy enough to snip them into shape.
These strips do leave a little waxy residue behind but this is quickly removed with the oil provided in the packet.
- Great value for money
- Works quickly
- Doesn’t leave skin tender or red
- The shape is a little inconvenient
- Slight eye irritation from the soothing oil
Nad’s Ultimate Brow Shaping Kit – Most precision eyebrow waxing kit
Nad’s Ultimate Brow Shaping Kit has a precision applicator and comes with a Wow Brow pencil to add a little extra polish.
This kit is at the higher end of the price scale but, like the pencil, the kit definitely has the wow factor and, for this reason, it may be considered worth paying a little extra.
The WOW pencil is a great quality product for finishing off your brows and allows for either very fine lines for pale brows to the more dramatic darker look. This product is available to order from Amazon but is, unfortunately, not available widely in stores.
- Very effective
- Easy and convenient to apply
- Comes with Wow pencil to add polish and shape
- Not stocked in many stores
- More expensive than other brands
- The wax is a little runny so can get messy
Waxkist Eyebrow Waxing Strips kit- Best for travelling
Another great priced product, the Waxkist Eyebrow Waxing Strips kit consists of 12 double sided eyebrow waxing strips and post treatment soothing oil.
Designed for use without a warmer, these strips are brilliant for travelling as they can be popped into a purse or make-up bag making them discreet and convenient.
Although not the best product on the market for eyebrow waxing, these strips worked quickly without too much redness and so are ideal for quick touch ups before a night out or in between salon appointments.
- Cost effective
- No warmer needed
- Convenient for traveling
- Not 100% effective
- Not ideal for very thick hair
- Contains fragrance which may be a skin irritant
Sally Hansen Wax Strip Kit – Good value eyebrow waxing kit
Good value and attractively packaged, the Sally Hansen Wax Strip Kit For The Face contains 17 double sided strips for facial hair removal as well as a small bottle of post-treatment soothing oil.
Although designed for use without a warmer, the wax is quite hard and so is much more effective when quickly warmed with a hairdryer.
The wax is a slightly odd, gooey consistency which can get messy so you need to be careful with clothes and soft furnishings as it’s quite difficult to remove.
- Reasonably priced
- Very effective
- No soreness or redness
- Wax is a strange consistency
- Warming with hands as instructed is not effective
- Strips are not an ideal shape or size for eyebrows
Gigi Hair Removal Strips – Budget friendly eyebrow waxing kit
Low priced and attractively packaged, the Gigi Hair Removal Strips For The Face, 1 Ounce contains, as the name may suggest, contains 24 applications of eyebrow waxing treatment and one ounce of epilation soothing oil.
Unfortunately the price is reflected in the fact that this product is extremely ineffective and requires tweezing afterward to remove hairs not touched by the product.
This product leaves a very uneven result with some hairs not removed at all and, some partially removed to leave a kind of stubble effect which is far from ideal.
- Great price
- A generous 24 applications
- Good for use in between salon appointments
- Not effective for thorough hair removal
- Wax is unpliable
- Leaves stubborn residue on skin so don’t use when you’re in a hurry
WOWAX Microwave Waxing Kit – Most professional eyebrow waxing kit
The WOWAX Microwave Waxing Kit is at the pricier end of the range of eyebrow waxing kits but the price is reflected in the fact that it contains both wax strips and loose wax in a tub for convenience.
Once you’ve sorted through the baffling contents of the kit which includes strips, sticks, oil and loose wax, it becomes clear that this is kit is probably one of the most comprehensive and professional ones on the market and therefore good value for money.
- Choice of wax application
- Very Effective
- No soreness or redness
- Strange smell
- Heating instructions are incorrect and could cause burns
- Above average price
The Hard Wax Kit-Best eyebrow hard wax
The Hard Wax Kit is a mid-priced, all in one kit designed for waxing eyebrows, other facial hair and underarms. Stripless and heated by microwave, at first this product seems a little basic but, once you get the hang of it, it’s quite easy to apply using the wax and the spatulas provided.
For eyebrow waxing, this is an extremely effective product which quickly and painlessly removes eyebrow hair leaving only a minimal amount of redness and almost no soreness. The fact that the product can also be used on upper lip and armpit areas makes it not just convenient but good value for money.
- Highly effective
- Reasonably priced
- Easy to use
- Application takes some practice
- Needs to be heated
- Impossible to remove from clothing and hair
The Gigi Student Starter Kit– Best eyebrow wax warmer kit
The Gigi Student Starter Kit is aimed mainly at those looking to become professional eyebrow waxers – as is reflected in its price tag. Having said that, this kit could prove a good investment for those who take their home waxing seriously.
The kit includes a warmer, honee wax, applications and pre and post treatments. Extremely effective for eyebrow waxing, this product quickly removes eyebrow hair although it does leave a little redness and leaves skin quite tender on first use.
Although hair was removed really effectively, the results only lasted a slightly disappointing two weeks which is not ideal for a professional product.
- Highly effective
- Great for waxing students
- Contains pre treatment as well as post treatment
- Somewhat painful
- Expensive for use in-home
- Results only last 2 weeks
Micro-Tweeze Microwaveable Removal System– Eyebrow waxing kit for whole body
The Micro-Tweeze Microwaveable Removal System is a mid price product and contains 8 ounces of wax. This product is very effective for eyebrow waxing, quickly removing even the most stubborn of hairs and the product is easy to apply.
The packaging says that the product is designed for use on the whole body, although, in reality, this product is a little too time-consuming for use on legs. The kit takes a little bit of getting used to but, is relatively straight-forward once you get the hang of it.
The product also left quite a bit of redness which takes a while to settle down so it’s best to leave plenty of time if using this kit before before going out.
- Effective
- Good price
- Pre and post treatments included
- Painful
- Leaves quite bad skin redness
Nad’s Hypoallergenic Facial Wax Strips-Most skin friendly eyebrow waxing kit
Nad’s Hypoallergenic Facial Wax Strips are a more skin friendly version of the shaping kit above.
This product comes in a pack of 24 at a decent price and can be used on all areas of the face.
The strips do, unfortunately, leave quite stubborn residue streaks behind which the oil provided does not remove at all so be prepared for a little scrubbing.
Although sold as hypoallergenic, this product can cause some skin irritation afterwards. As with the Ultimate Brow Shaping Kit above, Nad’s hypoallergenic Facial Wax Strips are quite difficult to find in a lot of stores and are mainly available from Amazon.
- Good price
- Effective for upper lip
- Hypoallergenic
- Ineffective on eyebrows
- Stubborn residue
- Skin irritation despite the hypoallergenic tag
How to choose your perfect eyebrow waxing kit
Our guide has, hopefully, given you a good idea of the products that are out there and the benefits of each. The following will give you an idea of what to look for when choosing your kit:
First, take a look at your skin – if you have sensitive skin or are prone to allergies to certain ingredients, you’ll need to make sure that you choose a product which either does not contain those ingredients and, is hypoallergenic.
Next, think about how much time you have to dedicate to waxing – If you’re always on the go, it may be that strips are the best solution for you as loose wax options can be quite time-consuming. Also think about the circumstances – if you intend to wax while away then strips are often a good idea as these can be easily popped into your make-up bag when you’re on the go.
Now consider how often you expect to be using a home waxing kit – If you’re looking for a product to use in between professional salon appointments then it could be that one of the cheaper and simple versions available is perfect for you. If, however, you intend to only wax at home or have particularly thick hair then it’s worth investing in a more comprehensive and effective kit.
It’s a good idea to give serious thought to facial waxing before actually committing to it. Making mistakes when waxing legs or underarms can be easily hidden but errors in eyebrow waxing can be embarrassing and upsetting. Try a very small area first until you’re sure you have the hang of it.
Occasionally, eyebrow waxing can cause damage to the root which can cause the hair to stop growing so always take care when waxing eyebrows and try to think less rather than more when it comes to how much hair to remove.
It’s important to consider the following:
- Skin complaints or irritations: Many waxing kits are unsuitable for those with extra sensitive skin and those suffering from skin complaints. Always check the instructions on the pack before buying.
- Sunburn: Waxing should be avoided if skin is sunburnt as this can cause soreness and blistering. Medication: Some medications can react adversely to waxing so check these on the packaging.
- Be realistic: Know the shape and thickness of your brows and understand that waxing is only intended to groom, not entirely recreate them – if you have extremely thin brows, you’re unlikely to be able to create Cara Delevigne ones using a kit.
- Know your own talent: Errors in eyebrow waxing can be humiliating and are not easy to disguise so, if in doubt, ask a more experienced friend or family member to help until you get the hang of it.
- Bathing: Most waxing kits advise that you don’t bathe or shower in the few hours before waxing as this can cause soreness and irritation.