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Many makeup styles require a different eyebrow shape than what you already have, making it necessary to cover yours up. Whether you're going for a drag look, creating a costume for Halloween, or just spicing up your usual appearance, covering your eyebrows is relatively simple. By using a spirit gum, foundation and powder, you can complete obscure your eyebrows.
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Gather supplies. You probably already have what you need to cover up your eyebrows around the house. Get everything ready before you get started. Here's what you need:- A small bottle of spirit gum (sold at costume shops, and is made for use on the face)
- Petroleum jelly (e.g. Vaseline)
- Translucent concealer powder that matches the color of your skin
- Liquid concealer or foundation that matches the color of your skin
- Colour correcting concealer (optional)
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Prep your brows and skin. This method lasts longest on clean skin. Wash your face well, [1] X Trustworthy Source American Academy of Dermatology Professional organization made of over 20,000 certified dermatologists Go to source removing any makeup you might be wearing. Do not apply moisturizer or any other products to the skin around your eyebrows. Lotions and other lubricants could prevent the spirit gum from sticking. [2] X Research sourceAdvertisement -
Gently coat your brows with petroleum jelly. This will give your brows a layer of protection from the harsh adhesive. Missing this step makes it more likely that the spirit gum will damage or tear out your brow hairs.
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Apply the spirit gum against the grain of your eyebrows. This step will ensure your eyebrow hairs get coated down to the roots. Run it from the outside of your brows toward the inside, making sure to cover your eyebrows in spirit gum. [3] X Research source
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Apply a second layer of spirit gum in the direction of your hairs. This time, apply it in the direction of your eyebrow hair growth, running from your inner brows to your outer brows.
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Use an eyebrow brush to comb your brows flat. You want your brows to flow in the correct direction, with each hair lying flat against your face. Use an eyebrow brush (or an old toothbrush) to comb your eyebrows and neatly flatten them. [4] X Research source
- If you have thick eyebrows, you may want to spread them above and below your brow line to help them lie flat. Squish the hairs above and below their natural line so they don't form a raised area over your browbone.
- Make sure the spirit gum is smooth. You don't want extra buildup anywhere. The smoother it is applied, the more natural your final look will be.
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Let the spirit gum dry for ten minutes, then apply another layer. Apply the it in the direction of your hair growth, taking care to help each hair lie as flat as possible against your face. If you have thick eyebrows, you may want to wait another ten minutes and apply a third layer. -
Perforate the spirit gum with your brow brush. Your makeup may have a hard time sticking to a completely hard, slick surface, so before the final layer dries, use your brow brush to lightly perforate the it. Make tiny holes and scratches over the surface to imitate the texture and pores of your skin.
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Apply translucent powder over the glue. Use a light dusting brush or a cotton pad to apply the powder. This will set the glue and become a base for your foundation. Dust off any excess with a large makeup brush. [5] X Research source
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Apply concealer over your brows. Use a light layer of a full-coverage concealer to counter the color of your eyebrows. Apply a second layer if necessary to completely conceal your brows. You can also use a thick foundation to do the job. [6] X Research source
- Do some research about colour correction makeup. This will make it easier to prevent the colour of your eyebrows showing through.
- Always make sure you apply a layer of nude concealer or foundation after you apply colour correction, or you won't get the colour correcting effect and will instead end up with coloured brows.
- For black eyebrows with a hint of blue, use an orange-tinted concealer.
- For red eyebrows, use a green-tinted concealer.
- Dark eyebrows sometimes appear green through pale concealer. Try a light layer of red lipstick to counteract this.
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Dust over your eyebrows with loose powder. This final step will set your foundation or concealer, completely obscuring your brows. Blend in lightly. Take a step back and fill in any areas that could use more coverage if necessary.
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Finished.
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Use makeup remover to take off the layers of makeup. Remove the powder and concealer first using makeup remover pads or cleanser. This will make it much easier to remove the spirit glue underneath. [7] X Research source -
Use spirit gum remover to remove the spirit gum. [8] X Research source- Normal makeup remover will not break down spirit gum. To remove spirit gum without removing your eyebrows, you need something which will break down the spirit gum.
- You should be able to purchase spirit gum remover at the same place as the spirit gum.
- If you absolutely can't get spirit gum remover, very gently
use water with water.
- Soak a washcloth in very warm water. Make sure the water you use is warm, verging on hot. Cool water will not remove the glue.
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Hold the spirit gum remover against your eyebrows for a few minutes. This will soften the spirit gum and help it begin to detach from your eyebrow hairs. -
Wipe away the spirit gum. Use the washcloth to gently wipe away the spirit gum from your eyebrows. It should come off easily. Reapply the remover as necessary to soften and remove the rest of it. [9] X Research source
- Do not scrub your eyebrows; gently wipe them. Scrubbing your brows could tear out some of the hairs.
- If the spirit gum still won't budge, use rubbing alcohol or spirit gum remover.
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References
- ↑ https://www.aad.org/public/everyday-care/skin-care-basics/care/face-washing-101
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuvfGTGjVp8
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- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuvfGTGjVp8
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BkHoIB47Kmo
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QuestionWhat is the actual point of blocking your brows?Community AnswerSometimes people use them for costumes. Other times, people use the technique on everyday makeup if they don't like the color or shape of their brows.
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QuestionCan a pritt stick be used?Community AnswerA pritt stick can be used with concealer and powder between layers. The glue holds the hairs down flat, and the concealer color corrects.
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QuestionIs there other way to do this when you don't have all the materials?Community AnswerEyeshadow is a great substitute to fill in your brows. Just choose a lighter color that is non-iridescent, and stipple it on with a stiff-tipped brush.
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Warnings
- Do not use any type of glue except those specifically made for use on the face!! Non-toxic is NOT the same as hypo-allergenic, or safe for use on the face. This is especially important when working around the eyes!Thanks
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Things You'll Need
- Small bottle of spirit gum
- Petroleum jelly
- Translucent powder
- Very heavy duty foundation or concealer
- Colour correcting concealer (optional)
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You can cover your eyebrows using Spirit Gum, petroleum jelly (like Vaseline), and makeup. Start by washing your face and applying a thin layer of petroleum jelly to your brows. Coat your brows in two layers of Spirit Gum, one layer going against the grain of your hairs and the other going with the grain. Then, use a spoolie to brush your brows flat. Once that's dry, apply a second layer (and a third if you have thick eyebrows). Go over your brows with the spoolie one more time when they're dry to rough up the layer of Spirit Gum so the makeup adheres better. Then, apply translucent powder to your brows followed by a thick layer of concealer. Finally, dust your brows with a layer of loose powder. To learn how to remove Spirit Gum from your eyebrows, scroll down!
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