4 mistakes you’re making with your eyebrows
It’s amazing how different your eyebrows can make you look. They can make you appear tired or old, but on the other hand, they can make you look chic and youthful. It’s all down to what you do with them.
So, to ensure your brows are looking their best at all times, we take a look at some of the most common mistakes we’ve all made with our eyebrows at least once in our lives, and how you can fix them.
1. Matching your brows to your hair colour
It seems like a foolproof way to get the right colour, but according to Benefit Australia brow artist Hannah Terrett, you should also consider your skin tone and the colour of your brow. “It’s always a good guide to go at least shade or two deeper than what you are naturally to give you better shape and definition,” she tells Mamamia. “It just helps to frame the face, bring the eyes forward, give the face a little more symmetry and balance because they’re framing up your eyes.”
2. Over-tweezing
It’s easy to get carried away when plucking a few stray hairs, so it’s best to either leave it to the experts or embrace the wild look. “If you start tweezing in between [brow appointments] you can stunt the growth which can make your brows look a bit uneven,” Terrett explains. “So it’s good to stick to what you’re doing.” Plus, the thicker your brows are, the younger you’ll look – so let them grow free!
3. Choosing the wrong shape
Always build on the natural curve of your eyebrows and try to avoid deviating too much – that means no stencils. In addition, stay away from plucking hairs from above the brow. “These are vital for shaping and so if you’re plucking them, stop,” Feather Brow Couture beautician Ursula Cervellone tells the Daily Mail. If you’re not happy with the shape you’ve created, give your brows time to fully grow back before attempting a new shape.
4. Skipping brow gel
If you’ve spent time and effort filling in your eyebrows to perfection, you don’t want all your hard work to be in vain. A clear brow gel works like a setting spray, removing any excess product and keeping them looking great all day long. Plus, if you comb them in the same direction before applying the gel, they’ll stay groomed and looking polished longer. In fact, if you have naturally darker, fuller eyebrows, a tinted gel might be the only brow product you need.