Whether you want to shape your brows, help them grow back or find the right shape for your face, there's a lot to think about. Here's everything you need to know.
Hair Removal — Which Method Is Right for You?
Tweezing is the most common option and the easiest to do at home — but also the easiest to overdo. Always tweeze after a warm shower, when pores are open and skin is softer. Use a sharp, well-maintained pair of tweezers and remove one hair at a time. Apply aloe vera afterwards to calm the skin.
Threading gives a precise and long-lasting result of six to ten weeks. It's best left to a professional if you haven't practised the technique yourself.
Waxing is the most effective method for a clean, defined line. Stay out of the sun for a couple of days afterwards and avoid creams directly after treatment to prevent irritation.
Shaving is not recommended for eyebrows — it's difficult to be precise, and the result doesn't last long at all.
How Do You Get Your Brows to Grow Back Faster?
A balanced diet with proteins, vitamin C, beans, nuts, and fish gives your follicles the nourishment they need. Castor oil applied with a cotton bud along the brows can help stimulate regrowth and give the hairs a healthier, glossier look.
A good option is Xbrow Eyebrow Serum, formulated with natural botanical extracts that care for and strengthen your brows. Apply along the brows each evening for at least 28 days for visible results. It's also gentler on the delicate skin around the eyes than most alternatives.
Is Microblading Right for You?
Microblading is best suited to those with sparse brows, uneven growth, or difficulty getting their hairs to grow back. It's relatively pain-free, and a skilled artist can create a result that looks completely natural. Always follow the aftercare instructions carefully for the best result and minimal scarring.
If you have naturally full brows but simply want a different shape, an eyebrow serum and a brow pencil are a better choice.
The Right Eyebrow Shape for Your Face
- Round face: A higher arch elongates the face and adds dimension.
- Oval face: Almost any shape works well. Avoid completely rounded brows, which can emphasise the oval outline.
- Heart-shaped face: Elongated brows with soft arches suit this shape well. Deep colour isn't necessary.
- Square face: Soft, low arches work beautifully. Avoid high, angular arches, which can highlight strong jaw lines.
- Diamond or oblong face: Longer, flatter brows with a short arch towards the outer corners create a wider, more balanced impression.
Once you've found the shape that suits your face, the next step is keeping it in place. Brow Booster Gel tints, shapes and sets in one step. Brush the hairs upwards, then follow the arch with the angled applicator so the hairs settle where you want them and stay there all day. The finish is smudge-proof and water-resistant, and the colour is buildable if you'd like more definition. Choose Soft Brown for blonde to light brown hair, Medium Brown for medium to dark brown, or Black Brown for dark brown to black.
Regardless of shape, well-groomed and well-nourished brows are the foundation for everything. Complement with the Micro Sculpting Brow Pencil for daily definition.
