Eyebrow makeup products: what are they?

Eyebrow shaping is practically a key part of any makeup. It is the eyebrows that set the mood for the face, it is them – and also the tone, that is quite enough for the face to be expressive. Everything else is pure decoration.

Proper eyebrow shaping is an art. Even if you are completely satisfied with the shape and density of your eyebrows, they will still need to be additionally at least slightly emphasized in makeup. If not quite, then modern eyebrow cosmetic products will help you neutralize almost any imperfections. And, it is about cosmetic products for eyebrows that we would like to talk in more detail in this article.

Cosmetic products for eyebrows: what are they and how to choose them correctly?

First of all, we would like to talk about how to choose the right shades of different eyebrow products, because this is the key part. For brunettes, it is best to choose products that are half a tone lighter than the natural shade of the hair. Blondes – a tone lighter. But for brown-haired women, owners of chestnut and light brown hair, as well as redheads and owners of bold colored hair, it is best to choose tone-on-tone colors for absolute harmony. Do not forget also that any eyebrow product must be as resistant as possible. Agree, it will be unpleasant to find "bald spots" in makeup by the end of the working day. And now, let's talk about specific means.

1. Pencil – suitable for those who want to only slightly correct the shape of the eyebrows, fill in the gaps between the hairs. This is the most classic, understandable and familiar to everyone version of a cosmetic product for eyebrow makeup. The tool also enhances the color of the eyebrows, with its help you can make them more graphic and bright. Makeup artists advise not to draw eyebrows, as many bloggers show, with two stripes under and above the hairs. This will make your eyebrows look unnatural. It is better to make small strokes in the direction of hair growth – this will give the most natural effect. Pencils are also great for powder brow shaping. Pencils can also be classified by texture: as a rule, they are powdery or waxy. Wax is best for thick eyebrows. Powdery – for those who need to finish painting enough. Eyebrow pencils are actually an extremely versatile product, so if you don't know what to choose, then it’s better to take a pencil. Those that are equipped with special brushes for shading are best suited.
2. Brow shadows and powder – these products act almost like a pencil, only they look more natural on thin eyebrows, as they help create shadow on the skin. For eyebrow shadows or powder, a special brush is required – in particular, both synthetic and natural bristles are suitable. The beveled shape is perfect. Eyebrow brush should be as thin as possible. Apply shadows or eyebrow powder should not be too thick, in small strokes, removing excess with a cotton swab. Choose shades half a tone lighter than your hair if you are a brunette and a tone darker if you are a blonde. Brown-haired and redheads are best to choose tone-on-tone options. It is the shadows or eyebrow powder that allow you to create a very beautiful, natural effect with gentle shading.
3. Eyebrow marker – acts like an eyeliner. It will be needed for those who have rather thick eyebrows with small “bald spots" in some places. The felt-tip pen allows you to sort of draw the hairs and create an absolutely natural effect – or the effect of microblading. Let's say right away: for beginners, felt-tip pens, as a rule, are not suitable, it is quite difficult to deal with them.
4. Eyebrow gel or wax – all eyebrow products give a different effect. Gels can be both colored and transparent. Transparent options only fix the hairs, colored ones help to color them even without the use of other additional means. Fiber products are quite popular, which make the eyebrows visually thicker. To achieve maximum brow density, apply gel or wax after the main brow makeup. Firstly, it will fix it, and secondly, it will allow you to comb your eyebrows upward and achieve maximum density.
5. Eyebrow lipstick. This is a very versatile product. As a rule, it is a creamy texture enclosed in a jar. Lipstick can be applied both quite actively, creating the effect of very clear, graphic eyebrows, and shaded for the most natural, powdery effect. In addition, lipstick, as it were, additionally fixes the eyebrows.

Thus, if you want to achieve the effect of the most natural, natural eyebrows, then you will need a pencil or powder. If you want brightness, then combine eyebrow lipstick with mascara.