How to have great eyebrows
Eyebrows help frame one's face and a well-groomed brow can dramatically change the way a person looks. Shaping brows can also help in eliminating hair growing into the shape of a unibrow, an unfavorable trait that causes eyebrow hairs to connect in the center.
Shaping brows is a relatively inexpensive beauty procedure that can be done at most day spas and salons. You can also shape your own eyebrows. This is more cost effective, but takes a bit of practice, along with having the appropriate tools. Eyebrow shaping is something that both men and women can do.
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Things You'll Need
- Reputable salon
- Tweezers
- Brow powder or brow pencil
- Brow stencils
- At-home brow waxing system
- Mirror
Instructions
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Decide if you would like to get your eyebrows professionally shaped or shape them yourself. If you know nothing about eyebrows or are worried about taking too much hair off, consider going to the salon for your shaping.
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Think about how you would like your eyebrows look. Do you want them to be thinner? What about more arched? Or maybe you just want the stray hairs removed. Whatever the case, decide how you want them to look before you start.
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If you have thin eyebrows, consider shading them in. There are many different eyebrow products available that will make them darker and defined.
Eyebrow pencils and powders are two of the most popular ways to color in your brows. If you are fearful of not drawing them in perfectly, there are various types of eyebrow stencils, which can help you achieve your desired look.
Have brows groomed every two to four weeks, once new hairs begin growing back. If you do decide to maintain your eyebrows at home, invest in good tweezers and/or a good at-home waxing system. Do not rush while grooming your brows. Make sure you have good lighting and a mirror to see properly.
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Decide if you would like your eyebrows waxed or plucked. You also have these options at a salon. While waxing is a faster process, having your brows plucked is often more detailed. There is also the option of having your eyebrows threaded, which is similar to plucking and is available at some salons.
Make an appointment at the salon of your choosing or see if they take walk-ins. Tell the brow technician what you are trying to achieve with your brows to ensure a shaping you like.
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Do research regarding different salons in your area. Find ones that have positive reviews about hair removal services, choosing one that is highly ranked.
If you are planning on maintaining your own brows, then do research on different eyebrow shaping products and learn which ones work best. Also look for products that have good descriptions and tutorials for shaping.
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Tips & Warnings
Remember to remove hairs gently and only a few at a time. Removing too much hair could result in leaving you with very thin brows.
Apply healing ointment or a brow cream designed for newly waxed/plucked brows onto the area after hair has been removed.
Stay away from makeup and other products that can be placed on the face, as your brows will be tender for several hours.
If you notice that you are breaking out after getting your eyebrows waxed, you may be allergic to the formula in the wax. Explain this to your brow tech next time you get your eyebrows maintained. Many salons have a sensitive skin wax solution that can be used on people who are allergic to the commonly used wax.
Regardless of plucking, waxing or threading, eyebrow maintenance can be a bit painful at times.
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