Journal Entry #6

Yesterday I had my eyebrows waxed for the first time.

I am a frequent shopper at Ulta (a store that sells just about anything that can be labeled "cosmetic" or "beauty enhancing"), and I've been shopping there even more since I got an Ulta gift card for my birthday two months ago. So, I managed to save up enough points on my UltaMate Rewards card to get a free eyebrow waxing.

I wasn't quite sure what to expect. I bought an at-home waxing kit last year and tried it, but the hair wouldn't rip out, so I gave up. I knew the process of waxing must not be too excruciating; otherwise, no one would get waxed! So, I summoned what little courage I had and went to get my eyebrows waxed.

It wasn't too bad, actually. The lady who waxed my eyebrows wiped hot wax onto my forehead, smoothed a cotton strip on top, and, quick-as-a-flash, ripped it off. It hurt, yes, but only for a second or so. After she'd finished the waxing part, she proceeded to pluck away stray hairs, which was also painful, but only momentarily. (I later discovered I bled a little in a couple spots. I'm not sure if this was the result of the waxing or plucking.) Then, we were done.

My eyebrows don't look too much different, just a little cleaner and neater, but I'm very glad I had the experience.