Brow Powder or Brow Pencil???
Several of my clients has asked the question, "Should I use a brow powder or pencil to fill in my brows"? I do not give the same answer to each client because we all have different concerns. Some may have full brows where others may be more on the sparse side. So my answer is, "It really depends on the state of your brows."
First, you want to make sure that your brows are very well groomed. If you aren't sure how to create the perfect shape for your face, I highly recommend going to a professional. Below is an example of where your brow should begin, where the arch should be, and where the brow should end.
Second, answer the following questions, and this will help answer which method will be better for you.
- Are your eyebrows naturally full?
- Are your brows thin/sparse?
- Do you want a more natural look to your brows?
- Do you want a more precise and defined look to your brows?
If you have full brows and want to go for a more natural look with not much more attention to your brows, I recommend using a brow powder or matte eyeshadow to fill in the brows. Use an angled brush with the powder in short strokes.
Use Anastasia Brow Kit ($28) to perfect the brows. A wax is also included to keep the hair in place all day. (Can be purchase at Sephora.)
If you have sparse thin brows, use a pencil with a soft hand to create a hair-like appearance for the brows to look natural. Using a pencil will stick to the skin better in those places where hair is supposed to be. Never draw long lines to fill in brows as it creates a harsh appearance. Using a pencil will achieve a more precise look but practicing this technique is very important to achieve natural beautiful looking brows.
MAC Eyebrow Pencils ($15)
Eyebrow Tips for Blondes:
Eyebrows should be a shade darker than the hair.
Go for a matte taupe shade to fill in the brows.
Eyebrow Tips for Brunettes:
Eyebrows should be a shade lighter than the hair.
Use a brow gel to keep hair in place.
Eyebrow Tips for Ethnic Women:
Do not use black powder or a black pencil, as it is too harsh.
Go for a chocolate brown tone to fill in brows even if the hair is black.
Thanks for reading and happy brows to everyone!
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First, you want to make sure that your brows are very well groomed. If you aren't sure how to create the perfect shape for your face, I highly recommend going to a professional. Below is an example of where your brow should begin, where the arch should be, and where the brow should end.
Second, answer the following questions, and this will help answer which method will be better for you.
- Are your eyebrows naturally full?
- Are your brows thin/sparse?
- Do you want a more natural look to your brows?
- Do you want a more precise and defined look to your brows?
If you have full brows and want to go for a more natural look with not much more attention to your brows, I recommend using a brow powder or matte eyeshadow to fill in the brows. Use an angled brush with the powder in short strokes.
Use Anastasia Brow Kit ($28) to perfect the brows. A wax is also included to keep the hair in place all day. (Can be purchase at Sephora.)
If you have sparse thin brows, use a pencil with a soft hand to create a hair-like appearance for the brows to look natural. Using a pencil will stick to the skin better in those places where hair is supposed to be. Never draw long lines to fill in brows as it creates a harsh appearance. Using a pencil will achieve a more precise look but practicing this technique is very important to achieve natural beautiful looking brows.
MAC Eyebrow Pencils ($15)
Eyebrow Tips for Blondes:
Eyebrows should be a shade darker than the hair.
Go for a matte taupe shade to fill in the brows.
Eyebrow Tips for Brunettes:
Eyebrows should be a shade lighter than the hair.
Use a brow gel to keep hair in place.
Eyebrow Tips for Ethnic Women:
Do not use black powder or a black pencil, as it is too harsh.
Go for a chocolate brown tone to fill in brows even if the hair is black.
Thanks for reading and happy brows to everyone!
Permalink: http://blog.taryllatkins.com/2011/05/02/brow-powder-or-brow-pencil.aspx
Posted by Taryll Atkins at 5/2/2011 4:51 PM 
Categories: Tips
Tags: Eyebrow Powder Eyebrow Pencil Anastasia Brow Kit MAC Eyebrow Pencil
Categories: Tips
Tags: Eyebrow Powder Eyebrow Pencil Anastasia Brow Kit MAC Eyebrow Pencil
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