Fixed eyebrows can either enhance your entire makeup look or ruin the result. To help you avoid a less-than-ideal outcome, we list 6 mistakes you make when styling your eyebrows. We also provide tips on what to do instead. Follow these tips, and you'll get perfect brows as a bonus!
1. You overfill your eyebrows
If you're aiming for naturally groomed brows, it's important not to be too heavy-handed. Otherwise, you'll end up with overly sharp brows that look unnatural and almost painted on. Plus, the brows can become too dominant and the only thing in focus. Instead, try to be as light-handed as possible; don't give up if it feels difficult at first. It requires some precision, but practice makes perfect!
2. You fill in your eyebrows with the same shade as your hair
Many people with dyed hair think their eyebrows must match the same shade. We counter with: no, you don't have to. If you dye your hair red or bleach it platinum blonde, you don't need to style your eyebrows in the exact same shade. A good rule of thumb is that the shade of your brows should naturally complement your hair color. If you're blonde, you can choose a brow color that's one or two shades darker than your hair. If you have brown hair, go for a color that's one or two shades lighter. This will help the brows blend in and make your eyes pop.
3. You style your eyebrows before applying your base makeup
Do you usually fill in your brows as the first step in your makeup routine? While it can be convenient to have it done, for the best results, it's better to start with your base makeup. This is because your facial features change slightly once you've applied the rest of your makeup. There's also a risk of making the brows too sharp or overfilled. Try waiting to do your brows until after you've applied foundation, bronzer, and blush. This will help the brows blend more seamlessly with the rest of your makeup.
4. You forget to brush through your eyebrows before styling them
Just like you brush your hair before styling it, the same goes for your eyebrow hairs. If you start by taming unruly hairs, it will be easier to achieve a nice result. Brush through the brows in the direction the hairs grow, then proceed to fill them in. To keep them in place all day, finish by brushing through them with a colored or transparent brow gel.
5. You start filling in the inner part of the eyebrow first instead of the arch
It might feel natural to start filling in the brows from the inner corner near the eye. But if you want the best-looking brows, avoid this. Why, you ask? The brows become too sharp and won't look natural. Instead, start by filling in the outer part of the brow at the arch for a more natural result. If you look at your untouched eyebrows, you'll likely notice the outer part is darker and the inner part is lighter. Once you've filled in the middle and outer parts of your brows, finish by lightly filling in the inner part.
6. You pluck your eyebrows right before showering
The warm water opens up the hair follicles. If you've plucked your brows just before showering or bathing, it can lead to unwanted hairs falling out. However, it's good to pluck your brows after showering, as the hairs are easier to remove when the follicles are open.
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Xbrow Eyebrow Pencil is Xlash's latest addition and the follow-up to Xbrow Eyebrow Serum, which uses natural ingredients to boost growth and give you fuller, denser brows. The Xbrow Eyebrow Pencil has a micro-thin tip that makes it easy to create naturally full brows. It also helps to enhance both your brows and facial features. The texture is softly creamy and provides a long-lasting result that lasts all day. The tip is adjustable, simplifying your routine as you don't need a sharpener. The pencil also has a built-in brush you can use to style your brows both before and after application. The Xlash Eyebrow Pencil is easy to vary, whether you want sharper brows or a more natural result. Buy the Xbrow Eyebrow Pencil here!
Xbrow Eyebrow Pencil is available in three different colors
Xbrow Eyebrow Pencil comes in three shades: Beige Brown, Dark Brown, and Greyish Grey. With a light brown shade leaning towards beige, Beige Brown is best for those with light brows. This tone gives a minimalist expression and is a perfect choice for a natural look. With a warm red undertone and a deep intensity, Dark Brown is best for those with brown or dark brown eyebrows. This shade is perfect for that warm and intense brow look. Greyish Grey is a dark ashy shade with a cool undertone and also works well for those with brown or dark brown brows. With this shade, you can create defined brows without it being too harsh.
Create dream brows with the Xbrow Eyebrow Pencil
For the best results, follow these steps when using the Xbrow Eyebrow Pencil:
- Start by brushing through your brows with the brush.
- Adjust the pencil and fill in your brows with a light hand.
- For fuller brows, draw along the outer edge of the brows.
- Finish by styling the brows with the brush to set the hairs in place.
