In the last couple of years, threading has become very popular as a hair removal technique, especially for those people who have very sensitive skin: for example, eyebrow shaping by threading not waxing.
Eyebrow threading, upper lip threading, chin threading, cheek threading, facial threading etc. are now the most highly demanded treatments for hair removal.

Threading, which is now making a comeback, was vital in ancient societies

Threading is an ancient hair removal method. Threading was a traditional Chinese beauty technique named “Jiao Mian”,”Kai lian”, “Kai Mian”, even though many people believe that is from southern Asian and the Middle East, named “khite” in Arabic and “fatlah” in Egypt.

In China, a long time ago, threading was a vital adulthood rite for a bride before her wedding ceremony. This rite came along with a meal consisting of dumplings. Although most women received the threading rite from a senior family member only once in their life, now there are so many women who do threading before their make up so that the foundation or facial powder can be applied perfectly.

As threading removes facial lanugos (fine downy hair) without heating the skin up (unlike waxing), it results in a clean, tidy, brighter (whiter), smooth non-irritated skin. After hair removal by thread, the skin looks flush? and glamorous.

There is an ancient legend about threading: in the Sui dynasty, one girl’s family wanted their daughter to escape from being sent to the palace, so they threaded her face, then put lots of make up on her. No one could recognise her, then she was taken to her fiancé‘s home and became a beautiful bride. Since then people have copied the threading and make up idea.

What is threading?

Threading is using twisted cotton thread to twist away unwanted fine hairs. The threading practitioner holds one end of a cotton thread in her/his teeth and the other end in her/his left hand. The middle part of the thread is looped through two fingers (index and thumb or middle finger) of the right hand, and the loop used to trap unwanted hair so that it can be easily twisted or plucked from the skin. It is quick and powerful enough to remove hair from the root even for short hairs. Threading ensures that the hair removed grows back slower and thinner.

Eyebrow threading, upper lip threading, facial threading etc. are all natural hair removal method and chemical free.
Threading eyebrows is becoming a better alternative to traditional hair removal – waxing – especially to those with sensitive skin. In recent years, many western people have come to realise that this facial hair removal method is a top choice when compared to other options. One reason for its continued popularity is that it is so much healthier for the skin and doesn’t result in ingrown hair.

The threading method of hair removal is used mostly in the facial area; however, it also works on any body parts with fine hair such as the belly button and the toes.

Advantages and disadvantages of threading

There are some advantages of threading over other methods – firstly it is fast and far less painful than some other options.
One of the best features of threading is that it is suitable even for skin which is too sensitive for laser hair removal or waxing.
No chemicals are involved so there is no risk of a reaction setting in.
There are some disadvantages of threading.  Threading can only work on firm flat surfaces. The client is asked to stretch their skin of threaded area, which can be uncomfortable. Threading is difficult to perform on body areas that are not flat, such as the skin with acne as it can cause acne rupture.
However, it takes a while for a threaded hair to grow back, so if some hairs have been threaded accidentally, this can be a problem. So it is vital to go to an experienced and skilled practitioner.
Eyebrow Threading is one of the Chisense health & beauty clinic’s specialist treatments. There are many happy regular clients who visit London’s Chisense for threading treatments. For  eyebrow threading, the cost is £10, and this includes stylish shaping; Upper lip threading is £5;
Chin threading costs £7; both cheeks threading is £8; Whole Facial area (except eyebrows) threading is £20;

High Bikini Wax: Takes the sides of the bikini line deeper than a regular bikini wax.It leaves more flexibility than regular bikini line for a bikini type underwear.

Brazilian Wax: Takes all hair off the bikini line, from front all the way to the back except for a small strip from the front to the labia area. (see picture). If you like to wear a thong bikini, Brazilian Waxing is a perfect option.

Hollywood Wax: Takes all hair off the bikini line, from front all the way to the back (including the bottom area). Sometimes a small strip or triangle is left in the front as you prefer. It is completely smooth.

Although Bikini Line waxing, Brazilian waxing and Hollywood waxing for men and women are the most popular hair removal treatments in London beauty salons and beauty clinics, the terms “Brazilian Waxing” and “Hollywood Waxing” still confuse many people who have difference waxing experience, as they vary at various salons, spas or clinics. The prices of Brazilian waxing and Hollywood waxing are correspondingly different. In Chisense Health Beauty Clinic, we offer all above hair removal treatments.

What are Bikini Waxing, High Bikini Waxing, Brazilian Waxing and Hollywood Waxing?
Chisense Health Beauty Clinic is a private health beauty place for people who are looking for high quality beauty services, people who are seeking Chi (Qi, energy) oriented alternative holistic health treatment in London, especially central and eastern London from City, Aldgate, Whitechapel, Brick Lane, London Bridge area, Tower Hill to Bow, Mile End, Canary Wharf, Limehouse, Shadwell, Shoreditch, Stratford, etc. We offer all of the above treatments.
What should I do before Hollywood waxing (Brazilian waxing)?
Thoroughly cleaning your private parts before waxing is necessary for hygiene reasons even though hair removal therapists normally apply some surgical spirit or anti-bacterial spray or liquid during treatment.
Trim hair length to around 1cm to avoid hairs overlapping – interlaced hairs can easily cause bruising or terrible pain.
Wait until hair grows long enough (at least 0.5cm) before making an appointment for Brazilian waxing or Hollywood waxing. If hairs are too short, it is hard for them to be gripped by the wax and the hair removal application will inevitably need to be applied and re-applied to any such areas, which can cause considerable discomfort.

What happens during Hollywood waxing, Brazilian waxing treatment?

Our therapists offer a very professional, friendly and caring approach to all our clients. We currently use warm strip wax using a delicate and thorough hair removal technique.

Either Hollywood waxing or Brazilian waxing requires a lot of skin stretching action to help the waxing treatment to be carried out with the minimum of pain.

How much do Hollywood waxing, Brazilian waxing, high Bikini line and Bikini cost?

In Chisense Clinic, the price of Bikini Line waxing is £10, Brazilian waxing is £25, Hollywood waxing costs £30. The price of waxing for men is different, Hollywood/Brazilian waxing for men costs £45.
What should I do after Bikini waxing treatment?
Avoid hot treatments for 24 hours after waxing – such as: bath, Sauna, Steamer, Sun Bed…
It is best to wear loose cotton material underwear after treatment.