We owe the full eyebrow trend of recent years to Cara Delevigne. The thin lines of the '90s are definitely a thing of the past, but unfortunately, not everyone is blessed with full eyebrows. Fortunately, there is a solution for that coveted look: drawing in your eyebrows. But how do you do this properly? We have listed 5 simple steps so that you can head out with beautiful, full eyebrows!
Step 1. Remove excess hairs
First things first: start by plucking your eyebrows. Use tweezers like the Precision Tweezers from Herome with a sharp point that fits comfortably in the hand. This allows you to easily remove even the finest hairs. Afterwards, comb the hairs back into shape. Determine what thickness you want for your eyebrows and how this fits with your natural eyebrow shape. Pluck the hairs that do not belong to this shape. By removing these hairs, you have taken the first step to drawing beautiful eyebrows! Not sure how to determine your eyebrow shape? We wrote an article about it. plucking and determining the correct eyebrow shape.
Tip: Do this after showering. The warmth of the water causes the capillaries to dilate, making these hairs easier to remove. So, epilating is less painful!
Step 2. Determine which color you need to fill in your eyebrows.
After removing excess hairs, choose an eyebrow color that best matches your hair color. The choice of color also depends on the makeup you are wearing and what you want to project, but generally speaking, you can assume the following:
- Blond hair: 2-3 shades darker than your hair color
- Brown hair: Go for light brown or a maximum of 2 shades darker than your hair color.
- Black hair: 1-2 shades lighter than your hair color
Step 3. Choose the right products to draw the perfect eyebrow.
After you have chosen the right color, it is time to get started. You can use various products to fill in your eyebrows; it just depends on what kind of look you want to create.
Eyebrow pencil
Use a eyebrow pencil if you want to draw in stray hairs or fill in 'gaps'. The pencil allows you to work very precisely. Just make sure to draw your eyebrows in the direction of the hair and use soft strokes. This prevents harsh, unnatural lines. Accidentally made harsh lines anyway? No stress! Blend these lines using an eyebrow brush.
Eyebrow powder
For full and impressive eyebrows, use a fine eyebrow powder. Apply a little powder to an angled brush like the duo brow brush from Herome. Start slightly before the middle of your eyebrow and distribute the powder evenly. Follow the natural lines of your eyebrows. Then apply the last bit of powder to the beginning of your eyebrow. This creates a beautiful transition from light to dark for a natural effect.
Do you find it difficult to draw the perfect eyebrow? Herome also has Brow Stencils to give you a helping hand. You can hold these templates in front of your eyebrows to determine a shape.
Step 4. Enjoy your beautiful eyebrows longer with eyebrow gel.
The right eyebrow gel keeps the eyebrow hairs in shape all day long. Through wind and rain: your eyebrows stay on point. The Herome eyebrow gel also gives the color an extra boost! Looking for long-lasting fixation? Then the Brow Gel Professional The product for you.
Step 5. Finish with highlighter.
For a real one wow brow a highlighter is the perfect final step. Apply this shimmer under your brow arch. The shape of your beautifully defined eyebrows stands out even more. Your face also immediately appears slimmer and longer. Choose from the various colors. highlighter from Herome to really complete your look!
Tips and advice
Now that you know how to draw a full eyebrow, it is time to really go all out. with smokey eyes. Follow our simple step-by-step plan for this chic look. Don't forget to also take a look at our YouTube Channel, Instagram and Facebook for more makeup tips and advice!