Best Places For Eyebrow Threading On The Peninsula

Although eyebrow threading is a relatively new trend in the West, it is a long-time art with roots in the Middle East and Asia. The skill has been practiced for hundreds of years and is a proven form of hair removal. Using cotton threads to twist and trim eyebrow hairs, threading provides a simple way to shape perfect brows and it takes only five to 10 minutes. The Peninsula is home to more than a few threading spots. Here are five favorites with fan followings.

Rozita Threading
444 Kipling St.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(408) 516-6678

Rozita gets rave reviews for her threading work and the attention she pays to her clients. Her regulars are pleased that she "cleans" up the brow area after threading and tweezes stray and ingrown hairs, which other threaders may not do. Rozita is known for her natural threading talent, as her work is precise as she forms eyebrows based on a person's face shape and what works best. Rozita also works on lips and does waxing too, which customers say is quick and efficient. Call for an appointment, as Rozita is not in every day.

Eyebrow Station
834 W. Dana St.
Mountain View, CA 94041
(650) 965-2351
www.beautysaloninmountainview.com

Eyebrow Station has a loyal following due to its quality work and fair pricing -- eyebrow threading is just $8. The staff consistently gets high marks for its politeness and fast work, while being precise and not becoming distracted on the job. The shop also has a loyalty card, where after five paid threading sessions, the sixth is free. What other reasons do you need to stop in?

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Spool Me Rotten
1901 Old Middlefield Way, Suite #6
Mountain View, CA 94043
(650) 804-9226
www.spoolmerottenspa.com

Spool Me Rotten defines itself as a threading spa and threads both eyebrows and the upper lip area. Natasha is known for her well-defined threading technique as much as for her strong personality and honest feedback. In addition to being an experienced threader for over 16 years, Natasha is an Ayuvedic Esthetician. Her 30-minute mini-facial at $45 is perfect for exfoliating and skin toning. The 60-minute specialized Ayurvedic facial is $60, and includes cleansing, exfoliation, extractions and light massage. The shop accepts personal checks and credit cards.

Sumi Beauty Salon
1734 W. El Camino Real, Suite #B
Mountain View, CA 94040
(650) 965-8696
www.sumibeauty.com

Sumi practices the ancient method of threading with attention on client appearance to assure eyebrows suit a client's face. The salon offers other beauty treatments as well, including skin care, waxing, hair services and henna in a neat, spacious and well-lit space. Sumi has over 10 years of experience in eyebrow threading, and its threaders have brought return clients to the salon.

Spoil Me Spa & Salon
2290 El Camino Real, Suite #2
Mountain View CA 94040
(650) 605-0011
www.spoilmespasalon.com

Here is a full-service salon for women and men offering threading plus a full range of services, including nail care, hair services, skin care and waxing. Spa specialist Tanya performs threading services for eyebrow ($15), lip ($10) and chin ($10) areas, or on the face ($50-$65). Spa packages are available for parties, proms and weddings. Visit the website for full service and price listings. Personal checks and credit cards are accepted.

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