Create An Arched Eyebrow
Shaping your brows can help to give you a new look in a natural way. The key to having an eyebrow shape that will help to open up the look of your face is to consider your face shape and your natural brow. Some women have the problem of unruly brows that they can’t seem to get under control whereas other women have sparse thin eyebrows. To find a happy medium between the two brows you may want to start by going to a reputable salon. The esthetician or cosmetologist can use a variety of different methods to help to shape and cultivate the perfect brow.
Threading, waxing and tweezing are all popular methods of eyebrow shaping. Threading is a popular hair removal technique that was first practiced in Arab countries. It uses thin pieces of cotton thread which is doubled and twisted. The thread is rolled over the areas of unwanted hair removing it from the root. It is a much quicker and less painful option than plucking because it removes multiple hairs instead of individual ones. It is also more gentle on the skin especially when performed by a professional. Waxing is another popular hair removal method that removes the hair directly from the root allowing for longer lasting hair removal than many other popular methods. Hair generally does not grow back after waxing for six to eight weeks. Waxing is performed by spreading a cold wax solution over the skin. A piece of cloth or paper is then smoothed out over the wax solution and then ripped off in the direction of hair growth. Hot wax involves applying a hot wax thickly to the area that hair removal is required. The hot wax becomes solid when it cools which allows it to be removed without using a cloth or paper strip. Professional eyebrow waxing usually costs $10 to $15 depending on the salon. It can also be done at home, but we suggest going to a professional first to ensure that you will be pleased with your results. Some of the drawbacks of waxing include ingrown hairs, sensitive skin and bumps. Tweezing is one of the most popular hair removal methods and it can be done easily and affordably at home. There are two different kinds of tweezers including slanted and needle-nose. Slanted tweezers are good for pulling out longer coarse hairs and needle-nose tweezers are best for pulling out small new-growth hairs.
In order to create the perfect arch at home here are some cosmetic pointers. If you currently have no arch you and your eyebrows are fairly thin you are going to want to give the illusion of an arch using makeup. All you have to do is brush and angle the hairs with a spoolie brush. Then you are going to apply an eyebrow pencil in a complementary color to help follow where are arch should be. Using eye shadows can also help to create a softer looking brow. If you have gaps in your brows because of over plucking you can fill the brow in using a matte pencil. CoverGirl Brow & Eyemakers are available in six complementary shades for under $8. It is a great brow pencil that achieves a natural looking brow effortlessly. If you have recently dyed your hair and you find that your eyebrows don’t match, don’t worry. There are now temporary tinted brow gels that can match your color instantly without making a long-term commitment. Revlon Brow Fantasy is available at most drugstores for under $14. It is available in three different tinted shades allowing you to perfectly match your hair and eyebrows so that your look will appear natural and pulled together.
Unruly and bushy eyebrows have can be tamed easily using a clear eyebrow gel and spoolie brush. Simply comb the hairs into place and set them using the eyebrow gel. It helps to keep your eyebrows in place all day without becoming sticky or pasty. Once you have mastered the art of perfect eyebrows it will become a staple step in your beauty regime.