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QuestionAt what age should I start to shape my eyebrows? I feel like I should, but I'm only 13.Community AnswerIt's totally up to you (and your parents). If you don't feel comfortable doing it yet, you should wait, but I'm 13 and I had it done at a salon and it was no big deal. Now I just pluck them at home to maintain the shape.
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QuestionWhat if my eyebrows are short and have bare spots in them?Community AnswerTry not to make them any shorter by plucking too much off the ends (especially the tail). You can create the illusion of length by making your eyebrows somewhat thinner and more arched. If you have bare spots, fill them in with a pencil or powder. Or, be proud of them, as they're distinctive.
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QuestionHow can men shape their eyebrows?Community AnswerA natural man's brow is typically thicker and fairly straight. All this means is that men can shape their eyebrows just like women, but should beware of making their eyebrows too thin or too arched.
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QuestionWhat should I do if I only have mascara?Community AnswerYou can clean an old mascara brush and use it as a eyebrow brush. Use brown or black eyeshadow to fill in your brow, if you have some.
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QuestionWhat is the best way to ask my mom to take me to a salon without it being too embarrassing?Community AnswerStraight up ask her, she won't care! All you need to do is say, "Hey Mom, I think I need a little touching up. Would you mind taking me to a salon?"
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QuestionOne eyebrow is shorter than the other and it won't grow, what shall I do?Community AnswerPluck the other one to the same length, if it not too short. Otherwise, fill it in with an eyebrow pencil.
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QuestionDo I shape my eyebrows before tinting them?Community AnswerTint your eyebrows before shaping them to avoid irritation.
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QuestionWhat would a man wanting to get a more feminine arched shape have to do to accomplish this?Community AnswerYou can follow the same guidelines. It might be best to get your eyebrows shaped by a professional at a salon, then maintain them on your own afterward.
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QuestionWhat should older women do about the loss of eyebrow hair?Community AnswerFrequently applying Vaseline or vegetable oil to your brows may help them grow out and thicken.
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QuestionWhat if one is plucked differently from the other?Community AnswerAllow the eyebrows to grow back. After they look even, try to reshape them.
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QuestionI have thick eyebrows, but they aren't long enough to do anything with them. I have tried drawing the lines/dots, but it doesn't seem to help. What can I do to get my eyebrows shaped nicely?Community AnswerTry using a stencil. This will help you get a nice shape that you can fill in using a pencil or powder.
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QuestionHow do I apply lipstick?Misty OceanCommunity AnswerAll you have to do is pucker up your lips, and lipstick away. If you get any on your skin, just use your fingernail to scrape it off. Just make sure to get your cupids bow.
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QuestionWhy does my hair keep growing back so fast?Community AnswerIt's just the way your body works. There is little you can do about it.
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QuestionHow can I pencil in my eyebrows without it looking like a five year old used marker pens?Community AnswerThere are some great online tutorials you could watch to help you get the hang of it.
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QuestionWhat do I do if my eyebrows are too far apart?Community AnswerNo one is perfect. My eyebrows can barely be seen. I am sure your eyebrows are fine, but you could try filling them in with a brow pencil.
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QuestionHow can I shape really thick eyebrows?Community AnswerYou can try using the plucking method. If plucking is too painful, try covering part of your eyebrow with a concealer that matches your skin tone. This will make your eyebrow look thinner.
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QuestionWhat can I do to make them both even and look identical?Community AnswerPluck them by moving back and forth between them instead of tweezing one and then the other.
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QuestionHow do I draw on eyebrows?Community AnswerFollow the same steps mentioned in the article as a guideline for your brow shape, then use a brow gel and setting powder to complete (E.L.F's brow kit is perfect for beginners).
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QuestionHow long does it take for eyebrows to grow back out after trimming?Community AnswerIt usually takes 3-4 days until you begin to see the new hair growth, but it also depends on your hair growth pace.
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QuestionHow can I know when to stop plucking?Community AnswerAfter plucking a few hairs, let go and look in a mirror to see you're not over plucking. Continue doing this until you're happy. Or, using a pencil, draw a line under your brow. Pluck the stray hairs underneath the line that you've made. This way you're staying within the limit.
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QuestionHow often should I pluck my eyebrows when shaping them?Community AnswerEyebrows grow at different rates for different people, so it's totally up to you! When you see the hairs growing back and think they need to go again, just pluck them.
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QuestionCan I do my eyebrows and still look natural?Community AnswerYes. When applying eyebrow makeup, use the product lightly. Try drawing them in lightly at the beginning of your eyebrow and then drawing the rest a little darker.
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QuestionWhat is the best way to keep track of tweezers? I constantly misplace mine.Community AnswerI would recommend buying a little nail set from the drugstore. Tweezers are usually included and they come in a cute little pouch that it's much more difficult to misplace. Look for one in a bright color so you can easily find it in your handbag.
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QuestionHow do I get my eyebrows done professionally?Cecilia FloresTop AnswererCall a salon that does brows, schedule an appointment, and go in to get your brows done.
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QuestionI've always gone a bit over-the-top with stuff, like shaving my legs when my mum told me to only shave my top of my lip. She doesn't trust me anymore. What should I do?Community AnswerYou could always try getting it done professionally. Also, try asking your mum if she'll give you another chance.
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QuestionWhen the end of the eyebrow is noticeably above the beginning of the eyebrow, it can give you a fierce, almost angry look. What does this mean?Community AnswerPeople just have different shapes of eyebrows, and yes, different shapes of eyebrows can sometimes appear to express certain emotions even if the person has a neutral facial expression. Eyebrows like those you describe can, indeed, look fierce or angry, simply because that is the shape that most people's eyebrows go into when they make an angry face.
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QuestionHow do I shape thin and short eyebrows?Community AnswerYou can use makeup or you can get them micro bladed or tattooed on to give them fullness and shape.
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QuestionIt hurts whenever I try to pluck my eyebrows, what can I do to help that?Community AnswerBuy a numbing cream, they can be found at most pharmacies. Apply it to your skin and wait for it to start to tingle, then pluck your hairs out.
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QuestionShould I highlight my eyebrows if I have extra, unwanted hairs?Community AnswerIt depends on the look you are trying to go for. If you are looking for a more natural, "I don't care" look, you can leave the hairs there, but if you are more clean cut, I suggest you remove the unwanted hairs before highlighting.
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QuestionHow can I make sure that I don't mess up?I like sushiTop AnswererDon't overpluck. Take it easy at first or look into booking an appointment with a professional.
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