Hey, gorgeous! We know you’ve been missing your eyebrow artist a tad more these days. If your at-home beauty game is yearning for an upgrade, we’re here to help you rise and slay! Because let’s be real, fabulous brows can elevate any look, even if it’s just for a mirror selfie.
Discover Your Brow’s Best Self
Wondering where to begin? It’s all about embracing your natural beauty! NYC’s brow diva Nicky Cayot shares her insider tip: Grab your favorite makeup brush or pencil and align it from the outermost point of your nose straight up. This is where your brow magic begins – your arch! Follow along the middle of your eye to find where your arch peaks. To spot where your brow’s runway show should end, angle the brush from the nose diagonally to the outer corner of your eye. Remember, these natural curves are everything – they’re like your brows’ little roadmap.
Tweeze, but Don’t Overdo
When it comes to getting rid of those stray hairs, less is more, fashionista. Tee Hundley, the brow whisperer of Jersey City, advises removing only a smidge at a time. After all, it’s easier to tweeze a bit more later than to regret an over-enthusiastic session. Here’s a chic tip: Draw your desired brow line with a pencil and just pluck those wandering hairs below it.
And, honey, if you’re reaching for those scissors, pause. Even if you’ve seen your stylist snip-snip during your appointments, remember, it’s an art form best left to pros. If your brows need a bit of discipline, styling gels are your BFFs. If you’re feeling luxe, ILIA Essential Brow Gel is a treat. But for an understated shine, Saie Brow Butter will do the trick.
Waxing Wise
For those audacious souls considering waxing, start simple. Tweezing is your trusty ally for at-home touch-ups. And if you’re on the fuller-brows bandwagon (who isn’t?), Nicky recommends the fabulous NeuBROW Brow Enhancing Serum. For the eco-friendly beauty queens, castor oil can be a lovely natural alternative.
Bringing the Salon Home
Alright, ready to channel your inner brow artist? Here’s a mini-guide:
Tweezing:
- Prep Time: Start with a clean canvas. Cleanse the area and consider dabbing some Thayer’s Witch Hazel.
- Shape It Right: Stick to your natural shape and clean those tiny strays beneath the brow. Nicky’s mantra: “It’s not brow art; it’s brow shaping!”
- Tweeze Talk: Gently stretch the skin, tweeze in the direction of hair growth, and go slow for best results.
- Hydrate: Once done, a little witch hazel can minimize redness. For extra care, hydrate with B3 Balm in Rose Squalene or the divine French Girl Organics Facial Oil.
Waxing:
- Wax Picks: For beginners, hard wax or sugar wax is your ticket. Bliss Poetic Waxing Kit or Nad’s Sugar Wax Kit comes highly recommended.
- Prime: Start with a clean base. Powdering with Happy Girl Talc Free Dusting Powder can make waxing smoother.
- Wax On, Wax Off: Apply wax in the direction of hair growth, let it harden, stretch the skin, and pull off against hair growth.
- Post-Care: Soothe and hydrate with something gentle like Herbivore Lapis Facial Oil or Tatcha Water Cream.
Remember, beauty queen, if you’re ever in doubt, step back and take a breather. Your gorgeous brows aren’t going anywhere, and there’s always another day to perfect them. So, embrace the journey, keep it chic, and most of all, enjoy every moment of pampering yourself!
