If you have read my previous blog posts, you probably are aware of my eyebrow obsession. I am constantly on the lookout for products that make my routine easier, but also produce a nice, groomed look. If you are in the market for a new brow product (or just want to try something new!), I have a winner for you!
Anastasia Beverly Hills line specializes in brow grooming products (think brow pencils, liners, gels, stencils, etc), but their newest one is pretty amazing. DipBrow is a brow pomade that comes in a pot, which you apply with an angled brush. It comes in a variety of shades, is waterproof, and can be used alone or with other products. DipBrow provides light control and shading, which is great if your brows are a bit sparse or light. It has a nice, powdery finish that does not appear heavy or fake.
I used the DipBrow pomade (in Blonde) this morning for the first time, and I am very impressed with its wear and longevity. I did not use any other brow products, aside from my angled and spoolie brushes, and my brows are lookin' good! At $18 it is not exactly inexpensive, but it works well and has the potential to cut out other products that you may use in your brow arsenal. Worth it!
A little DipBrow pot, so you can a feel for the size.
Brow drawn on my hand using the DipBrow in Blonde and an angled brush.
As I have mentioned before, eyebrows can make a big difference in your appearance, and that could mean good or bad! A nice set of groomed brows balances the face and makes the rest of your makeup look more polished.
Depending on the shape and size of your natural brows, the type of product(s) you can use may vary. On a basic level, pencils should be used to shape the brow and powder should be used to fill. There are other products out there, like brow gels, waxes, pomades, etc. Brow gels and waxes are used to set the brows, and are available in clear and colored formulas. Brow mousses and pomades are used to beef up thin or extremely pale brows, generally giving the appearance of thicker hairs. No matter what you use, it is always a good idea to groom your brows in good lighting (trust me on this one!) and make sure to comb through the brows to ensure that the product is well-blended. A spoolie brush is a MUST for combing, and a small angled brush is great for filling.
With brow products, I tend to lean toward shades that are slightly lighter and ashier than the natural brow color. A lot of brow products tend to appear more reddish in photographs, which looks unnatural unless you have warmer toned hair and skin.
Here is my first EVER video tutorial! Please forgive the quality of the video, as I am still getting used to all of this:)
Please stay tuned for Part 2 of How to Fill Your Eyebrows, which should be up soon!
