Before you start your hair removal at home session and trim your eyebrows, always make sure that your face is clean. Prepare skin with an exfoliant the day before trimming your brows, which will ensure that any excess dirt and oils that are clogging up your pores are removed. (It’s this dirt and oil in your pores that causes breakouts after plucking or trimming.)
Follow with your usual cleanser to ensure that your skin is completely clean. “Always use warm water to wash your face as this helps to relax the hair follicles which therefore makes them easier to remove,” Fogg recommends. It’s a good idea to trim or pluck your brows after a shower or bath when the hair has been softened from the warmth and steam.