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  • Question
    Can you use mascara to fill in your eyebrows?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    I wouldn't recommend it. Mascara is too thick and pigmented to look natural on eyebrows.
  • Question
    How can you shape your eyebrows?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
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    Shaping has two parts, removing excess hair and sculpting the remaining hair. The first part can be done through threading, waxing, tweezing, or shaving, while the second is done through trimming, combing, filling with gel or powder, and microblading.
  • Question
    How do you get good eyebrows?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    Tweeze and trim once a week; at night, condition with coconut oil; fill, brush, and shape daily.
  • Question
    How is microblading done on eyebrows?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    A series of small lines are tattooed onto the brow area to fill in and refine the shape.
  • Question
    Can I fill in my brow using only pencil?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    Absolutely. This is a great option if you only want to balance out sparse areas, or if you want a subtle, daytime look. Use loose, quick, hair-like strokes to apply.
  • Question
    How do I remove hair from my eyebrows? Where should I start?
    Camille Sanghera
    Beauty Stylist
    Camille Sanghera is the Owner of Lash Envy Cosmetics and Esvee Beauty in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Camille is trained and certified in microblading, scalp micropigmentation, eyelash extensions, hair and makeup, and lash lifts. She is listed on Microblading Map Canada and has also been featured on TuneIn Radio and in Bridal Fashion Week Magazine.
    Beauty Stylist
    Expert Answer
    It is best to start with the stray hairs that are around your eyebrow. They usually grow lower than your eyebrow or just above your eyebrow. By cleaning these hairs up, you will automatically give your brows a cleaner looking shape and make it easier to decide where to pluck next.
  • Question
    What is the difference between the eyebrow powder and eyeshadow?
    Laura Martin
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.
    Licensed Cosmetologist
    Expert Answer
    Actually, there really isn't a difference! You can use them interchangeably.
  • Question
    Where can I buy a clean mascara brush?
    Camille Sanghera
    Beauty Stylist
    Camille Sanghera is the Owner of Lash Envy Cosmetics and Esvee Beauty in the Vancouver, British Columbia area. Camille is trained and certified in microblading, scalp micropigmentation, eyelash extensions, hair and makeup, and lash lifts. She is listed on Microblading Map Canada and has also been featured on TuneIn Radio and in Bridal Fashion Week Magazine.
    Beauty Stylist
    Expert Answer
    You can find the mascara spoolies at any makeup supply store. Sally's Beauty Supply sells them.
  • Question
    How can I fill my full eyebrows in naturally?
    Alicia D'Angelo
    Makeup Artist
    Alicia D'Angelo is a makeup artist based in New York City. She currently works for teams with Dior Makeup, YSL Beauty and Pat McGrath Labs as well as bridal companies Once Upon A Bride and Miss Harlequinn. Her work has been featured in Today.com, New York Live, Forbes.com, VH1, MTV, Vevo, Entertainment Weekly, Refinery 29, and NYXCosmetics.com. She has a Visual Communications degree from FIDM-Los Angeles.
    Makeup Artist
    Expert Answer
    Sweep brow mascara through your brows once to coat the hair, then again while lightly pressing the brush against your skin. That will fill your brows instantly without changing your shape.
  • Question
    Can you use eyeshadow as brow powder?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you may use eyeshadow as brow powder.
  • Question
    If I have black hair, should I use a black eyebrow pencil/powder or will it look too harsh?
    Community Answer
    You should use dark brown or charcoal--something that is 1 or 2 shades lighter than your hair color. Black will be too harsh.
  • Question
    Why do we need to find the starting, arch and end of our eyebrows?
    Community Answer
    Doing so helps the brows to look more natural and gives definition and structure to one's face.
  • Question
    My parents only let me use eye shadow. Could I use that to fill in my eyebrows?
    Magdalen Ketchum
    Community Answer
    Absolutely. Eye shadow often gives the brows a softer and more natural look. Just make sure that the eye shadow you're using isn't glittery or shiny.
  • Question
    What should I do if I messed up my eyebrows the first time?
    Community Answer
    Wash off the makeup and try again. Learn from your mistake so you can get your makeup right on the second try.
  • Question
    Can I fill in my eyebrows using just an eyebrow brush?
    Community Answer
    Using an eyebrow brush helps make your brows look neater, but will not fill in your brows.
  • Question
    What is the perfect colour for eyebrow pencil/powder for olive skin?
    Community Answer
    It depends on your hair color; however, a dark brown is usually a safe bet.
  • Question
    How long will it take to fill in eyebrows and how much do eyebrow pencils cost?
    Community Answer
    Filling in eyebrows can take anywhere between 1-10 minutes, depending on how thick your natural hairs are and how much you wish to fill in. The cheaper eyebrow pencils are around or slightly above the $10 mark, and can go up to $30 or more.
  • Question
    What do I do if I have short eyebrows?
    Community Answer
    You can still fill in your eyebrows even if you have shorter brows. Fill in like norma and then just add a little line at the end.
  • Question
    How long will this fill in last?
    Community Answer
    It will last until you wash your face, get in the shower, or use a makeup wipe. If you use waterproof makeup, it will be harder to remove the fill in.
  • Question
    I have somewhat bushy brows. Should I make them smaller?
    Community Answer
    For most people, the thicker, the better. So no, don't mess around with them, instead get them done by a professional the first time, so you can manage them yourself and fill them in if you want.
  • Question
    I have straight eyebrows. How do I get an arch?
    Community Answer
    The only way to get an arch when you don't have one is to fill it in with a brow pencil.
  • Question
    What color should I use if my hair is very light blonde?
    Community Answer
    Something close to your hair/eyebrow color, maybe a shade or two darker if you like. There are blonde pencils/powders available.
  • Question
    What if I have blonde hair and dark eyebrows? Should I go lighter or stay dark?
    Community Answer
    That's up to you. Many dark-haired people who bleach their hair just keep their eyebrows natural. But you can go lighter if you'd like them to 'match' your hair. They should still be a little darker than your hair. You could try a greyish or light brown color.
  • Question
    How do I create eyebrows when they have been shaven off?
    Community Answer
    Use eyeliner and eyebrow pencil.
  • Question
    I have light tan skin and blonde hair. What color should I use?
    Kaylene Tebbens
    Community Answer
    Try a light brown shade.
  • Question
    Can I use an eyeliner pencil to fill in my brows instead of an eyebrow pencil?
    Cats:)
    Community Answer
    Yes.
  • Question
    My eyebrow is too thin, so what color would be perfect for it?
    Community Answer
    Thin eyebrows have nothing to do with eyebrow color. It just depends on what colour your natural eyebrows are.
  • Question
    I have no eyebrows at all. How do I pencil them in and make them look natural?
    Community Answer
    I would suggest a stencil if you are unsure. Pick one that suits the natural shape of your brows. Fill it in with a pencil or shadow fully then use a tissue to weaken the color to the shade you want.
  • Question
    How do I do eyebrows when they are completely blonde? And when I say blonde I mean so blonde it looks like I don't have eyebrows.
    Kaylene Tebbens
    Community Answer
    Try filling them in with a light brown shade.
  • Question
    What can I use for dirty blonde hair?
    Community Answer
    Use a color that's a shade or two darker than your roots.
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