Eyebrows, often underestimated, play a vital role in framing the face. The appearance of eyebrows, whether too thick, thin, dark, or sparse, can significantly alter one's overall look. Fortunately, brow gels offer a solution, helping to create a neater and more well-groomed eyebrow appearance. Tinted brow gels can even serve as replacements for eyebrow pencils and powders by adding color and maintaining a neat, groomed look.
Before applying any product, preparation is key.
Begin by cleansing your face with your usual facial cleanser, followed by toner and moisturizer. If you plan to wear foundation, apply it at this stage.
Tweeze any stray or unruly hairs to create a clean base for shaping.
Take a clean spoolie and comb the hairs on your eyebrows, following their natural growth direction. This step helps to define the natural shape of your brows.
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Filling in your brows is a matter of personal preference. If you have naturally thick, full brows, this step may not be necessary.
If you choose to fill in your brows, start with a medium taupe shade. This versatile shade works well with both dark and light-colored eyebrows without appearing too pale or too dark. For very dark eyebrows, opt for a very dark brown or charcoal shade instead of black. Varying the shades on your brows can create a more natural look.
Fill in your brows using short, hair-like strokes instead of simply coloring them in. After applying eyebrow pencil or powder, comb them back into shape with a spoolie. If you applied eyebrow pencil or powder, it might be a good idea to dip your brush in brush cleaner and wipe it off with a clean towel before each application.
Now comes the main step: applying the brow gel.
You can use the spoolie that came with your tube of clear brow gel, or you can use a new spoolie. If your tinted brow gel came with a spoolie applicator, you can use it directly. Alternatively, choose a thin, angled brush and run it along the spoolie to pick up the product.
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Get out a thin, angled brush and pick up some of the brow gel. Outline the bottom of your eyebrow using short, light strokes. Stay within your eyebrow, and don't let the brow gel extend past the hairs. Use a brush with stiffer bristles, like the kind you'd use to apply lipstick. Avoid applying too much. Gently wipe off any excess brow gel from your brush. Use the flat side of and angled brush and long strokes to fill in the arch and tail end. Use a short, stubby brush, and quick, upward strokes to fill in the inner part. Make the arch and tail of your brow darker and more defined. Make the inner part of your brow softer and lighter.
If your brow gel came with an applicator, you can comb the applicator through your eyebrows instead. Use your angled brush to pick up more eyebrow gel. Then, starting at your arch, outline the upper edge of your eyebrow.
Brow gel helps hold your eyebrows in place and may contain pigment to darken them slightly. Apply it with the included applicator or a spoolie brush and comb your brows into the desired shape (usually up and out toward the outer corners).
Once you're finished applying the gel, use your finger to blend and press it a little into your skin.
Choose a concealer that either matches your skin tone or is one shade lighter. Using a thin brush, apply the concealer along the bottom edge of your eyebrow. Using short, light strokes, blend the concealer down towards the crease of your eyelid.
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Now that you have your eyebrows done, you can finish putting on the rest of your makeup, such as your eyeshadow and eyeliner. Of course, you can always skip those if you want something more natural.
Brow Shaping Gel allows to tame the hairs and give your brows the shape you always wanted. The precise brush applies the product evenly, combs the hairs and leaves the feeling of com-fort.
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