Eyebrow corrector: what is it and how to use it (photo)

Dyes

Craftsmen are recommended to have both types of dyes in their arsenal:

henna;
paint.

This way you can cover the needs of a larger number of clients - some prefer biotattooing with henna, while others may be allergic to henna.

Henna

Depending on the manufacturer, henna is available in the form of a dry powder or a ready-made dye. For eyebrow artists, the second option is preferable - it is more convenient and faster.

Henna is available in different shades, so at the initial stage you will need to buy at least 3 jars. A professional and experienced master should have more shades - 6, 9 or even 12.

Henna is sold in sets or 1 unit. For example, the Henna brand has ready-made henna kits of 3 bottles per package. Each set has its own color type - there are options for brown-haired women, brunettes, and blondes.

If you take single shades and more budget brands, then pay attention to Irisk. The manufacturer offers henna in tubes, in different shades to match the hair color. The cost of one tube is from 300 rubles.

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Dye

The paint most often comes in the form of a cream - it does not need to be diluted and you definitely won’t make a mistake in the proportions. Please note that all paints require the use of an oxide - a developing emulsion. For some brands it comes complete with paint, but for others you will have to buy it separately.

Powder coatings are rare and unpopular - no one wants to waste time on preparation.

The most popular brands are RefectoCil Awf Color, Estel Professional, Schwarzkopf Professional, Kodi. Most likely, you will have to combine different manufacturers, since their choice of colors is limited. The exceptions are Kodi and Schwarzkopf Professional - they have 10-15 shades in their palette.

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Eyebrow pencil

Every girl knows what a contour pencil is. Similar cosmetics can be used for both lips and eyebrows. Let's consider the advantages of a pencil in the latter case.

It is easy to create clear and regular lines.
You can choose a shade and change color often. This is especially true if you like to experiment with your look and change your image.
It’s convenient to select the shape and adjust it; you can have several looks in reserve for different occasions.
Affordable. You can choose a pencil to suit any pocket, and similar cosmetics are sold in every store.

To choose a good pencil, you need to understand how it differs from other representatives of the market. First of all, you need to pay attention to the color; all shades are divided into brown, gray, light and black. Each of these categories carries several color options.

The next parameter is the hardness or softness of the lead. The soft pencil is well suited for girls with dry skin types. It can also be used if you know for sure that you will not be exposed to precipitation, for example, at home, if you drive or wear makeup for work. Hard lead has a denser consistency and fits well if your skin is oily. Also, such a pencil will not melt in the sun or rain.

Manufacturers choose different shapes to make their product as convenient as possible. Depending on your own preferences, you can choose a mechanical or automatic type, take a single-sided or double-sided pencil, choose a model with a brush, tassel or thread.

One of the most variable characteristics of an eyebrow pencil is its consistency; there can be many differences here.

Powdery

It is this type of pencil that is most often used in professional makeup. The thing is that this is a very long-lasting cosmetic, it fits well on oily skin, and will not wash off if you accidentally run your hand through the hairs or in hot weather. Dry strokes make eyebrows expressive, but natural. If you need to make a brighter shade, you can always dampen the hairs a little.

Wax

This pencil does not add color to the hairs; it is needed for modeling and styling unruly hairs. It contains beeswax and vitamin E, which fix the makeup result for a long time. A similar product is applied after color shading, but it can also be used independently if the natural color of the eyebrows suits you.

Liquid pencil

It is easy to apply and gives bright, rich color. However, if used incorrectly, this type of pencil may leak, so pay attention to the instructions.

Pencil paint

This product is an alternative to permanent makeup. If you are tired of painting your eyebrows every day, but are not yet ready for radical measures, then this product is just for you. This makeup will last on the skin for 2 – 3 days.

A pencil can be an excellent tool for eyebrow correction, but before purchasing it, it is advisable to read tips on choosing such cosmetics, as well as familiarize yourself with the rules for applying a pencil to the eyebrows.

Top - 5 brands

If you are still unsure which pencil is best to buy, we suggest you choose one of the trusted brands. Based on customer ratings, the following rating was created.

"Pupa Eyebrow Pencil" is produced using Italian technology. This line has only three tones: brown, black and a pencil for blondes, but by changing the pressure you can easily adjust the saturation of the shade. The pencil itself is matte, applies well and lasts a long time. The product is mechanical, so it needs periodic sharpening; at the other end there is a convenient brush for shaping the eyebrows. The average cost of the product is 650 rubles.

“Satin Brow” from “Maybelline” is radically different from the first representative. This is a retractable pencil that does not require sharpening; at the other end there is an applicator with powder of the same tone as the lead. Thus, you get 2 in 1. First, you draw the hairs with a pencil, and then shade the lines, giving your eyebrows a natural look. The price of such cosmetics is not high, the average amount is 400 rubles.

“Yves Rocher Couleurs nature” has already established itself in the decorative cosmetics market. Based on the name, it is clear that all colors are as natural as possible. The pencil fits well, the product is made in France and costs about 350 rubles.

"Fatal crayon sourcils" are made in Germany and are truly of European quality. The mechanical pencil has a fairly wide palette of shades; at the other end there is a convenient fleecy brush. Buyers note that the color lasts throughout the day, does not fall off or wear off. The cosmetics will please you with their price; one pencil will cost you 300 rubles.

“Eva Mosaic Ideal Brow” is another representative of high-quality and budget cosmetics. The hard lead applies well and shades easily. The color lasts throughout the day, and the price is only 200 rubles.

Now you know the brands already marked, you can choose one of them or select a pencil using the knowledge that you now have.

Tips to help you use eyebrow correctors correctly:

Cleansing

Before any procedure - coloring, modeling, tattooing, it is necessary to cleanse the skin.

For this procedure apply:

micellar water;
shampoo;
scrub.

Micellar water

Micellar water is used to cleanse eyebrows and remove cosmetics from them - eye shadow, pencil, lipstick.

For the procedure, you can use regular cosmetic micellar water or special, professional one.

The CC Brow brand has specialized water. The composition of micellar water does not differ from ordinary cosmetic water.

Eyebrow shampoo

The shampoo deeply cleanses the skin under the hairs and rids the eyebrows themselves of external impurities.

Its action is similar to sulfate-free hair shampoo - it doesn’t produce a lot of foam, but it does the job well.

Almost all brands that sell professional dyes and henna offer their products - CC Brow, Henna, OKIS, Zola.

Scrub

A scrub is a cream or paste-like product with small abrasive particles. Using a scrub before coloring allows you to remove small flaking skin and remove dead cells.

For eyebrows, you can use specialized scrubs or cosmetic ones intended for facial skin.

Professional scrubs are offered by Barbara, Henna, CC Brow, Zola.

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Eyebrow powder

This is perhaps the newest eyebrow corrector, but it has already gained popularity in the market. Powder is often confused with shadows, without noticing the differences between them, but meanwhile it is an excellent independent tool for changing the color and shape of eyebrows.

Unlike shadows, powder can be transparent; its color is less saturated and more matte. Another advantage of powder is that it applies better and lasts longer. But the main difference is the purpose. The shadows are designed to color the eyebrows, while the powder rather adds additional volume, removing clumped hairs.

Most often, such a product is sold in sets. This can be powder with wax or with a pencil. The first option is more common; it is convenient to add volume and light tint to the hairs, and then fix the result with gel. In another case, you can draw the contours with a pencil and then smooth them with powder. The cost of eyebrow powder varies from 3,000 to 200 rubles, but consider several companies offering high-quality cosmetics for the average pocket.

Brand overview

The average price offered by popular cosmetics manufacturers for the mass market is 350 - 500 rubles. Consider the lines that have earned positive reviews.

“Ardell Eye brow powder” costs 450 rubles. For this money you get a 2.2 g jar and a brush for applying powder. The company presents three natural shades for different hair colors, a very durable and economical powder.

Nyx Eyebrow cake powder is sold as a whole palette containing wax and two shades of powder. For such a set you will have to pay about 500 rubles.

Avon presents a budget option for a set of powder and wax. For 250 rubles you get everything you need to create the right eyebrows. The quality is also pleasing: durability and application are excellent.

This is only the smallest list of representatives that can be. But, focusing on it, you can always understand what you should pay attention to when purchasing such a product.

Modeling and styling products

Paste

Paste is an oil-based product that is used to determine the architecture of the future eyebrow before coloring. Due to the fact that the paste is white, the client will be able to clearly assess the shape, length and width of the eyebrows even before coloring.

The paste is offered by CC Brow, Henna, PmExpert.

Wax for depilation

Wax is a means for removing excess hair and correcting the shape of natural eyebrows.

For the procedure you can use:

regular depilatory wax. Sold in the form of granules that need to be melted in a wax melter. Wax for use on the face is available from Evabond, BrowXenna, WowBrow;
wax strips. There are special small strips specifically for eyebrow waxing. If you want to use this depilation method, take a look at the product from CC Brow, VOX, RefectoCil.

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Gel

Eyebrow gel is a means of fixing hairs in the desired position. It comes in a small bottle with an applicator, like a mascara, only slightly smaller. It is used by professionals who provide styling services, as well as by women at home.

Types of gels:

classic transparent . Performs only one function - fixes hairs. Does not give any tint and is not visible after drying. The brand has NYX, Sexy Brow, CC Brow;
tint . After application to the eyebrows, it fixes the hairs and also gives them a light tint. Available in classic colors - brown, wheat, and in extreme colors - purple, green, blue, pink. Featured by NYX, Vivien Sabo, Sourcils Styler.
gel cream Unlike previous types, it looks more like eyebrow pomade rather than gel. Spread with a slanted brush. The main thing is to have time to comb your eyebrows with a comb before the gel-cream hardens. Available in different shades - blond, brown. Introduced by L'Oreal.

Soap

Eyebrow soap is another product for styling and fixing hairs. Unlike gels, it applies thinner, does not stick hairs together and leaves eyebrows airy. Apply with a round brush.

We are talking about a special soap, but some women perfectly replace it with regular soap - glycerin or baby soap at home. This option, of course, is not suitable for professional eyebrow artists - at least it is not presentable.

Zola, Brow Soap, Kapous produce their own eyebrow soap.

Styling wax

Not to be confused with hair removal wax.

Eyebrow wax is a product based on natural or synthetic wax that allows you to fix the hairs in the desired position. It goes on without color and perfectly holds the desired position of the hair throughout the day.

According to many, wax is “heavy”. Eyebrows, of course, do not get tired, but walking around all day with wax on your face is not easy.

Available in the form:

pencil;
bottle with applicator;
packaging without an applicator - this wax is applied with a round brush.

If you decide to, take a closer look at wax brands Kapous, Estel, Shik.

How can I correct the form?

Cosmetic stores have different options for eyebrow correctors.

Popular means:

modeling gel;
dry matte shadows;
eyebrow powder;
contour pencil.

The modeling gel has a light texture and is available in a tube with a comb applicator. The tool allows you to simultaneously style and fix unruly hairs. The gel can be transparent or tinted. The second version of the corrector is suitable for gray and light eyebrows and helps fill in bald spots.

Matte dry shadows are used by makeup artists to draw broad shapes. Make-up takes a minimum of time, the result is natural and long-lasting. Dry corrector is needed for oily skin in the eyebrows and forehead.

The powder comes in the form of a wide pencil. It lays down easily, does not flow from the heat, and does not rub off if accidentally touched by hand. The dry contour looks natural and expressive. To add brightness, you can pre-moisten the hairs.

With a pencil it is easy to create thin strokes, change colors, and experiment with shape. For eyebrows, a waterproof corrector is recommended that can withstand moisture and heat. A pencil with a soft lead is suitable for dry skin, and a hard one for oily skin. Branded products are additionally equipped with brushes and combs at the tip to provide comprehensive care.

How to choose a product

Eyebrow correctors have significant differences in color, consistency and durability. When purchasing, you should consider the following characteristics:

Color . From the palette of shades, it is better to choose one that is as close to natural as possible. Then the final version will look natural, and the eyebrows will not attract attention. A slight deviation of 1-2 tones is also allowed. So, for those with fair hair, the shade can be chosen darker, and for those with dark hair, a little lighter.
Texture . It should be light and not resemble a glue mass. The product should always apply easily to the hairs and prevent them from sticking together. Otherwise, the concealer should not be used, as it may have expired, which makes it hazardous to health.
Persistence . Its structure includes waterproof elements. Therefore, a high-quality product does not smudge and does not flow throughout the day. Even drops of sweat, rain or snow do not affect the corrector. It can be removed with a specially designed product.

In addition to basic colors, there are eyebrow correctors with the addition of pearlescent elements. They are designed for going to festive events and nightclubs.

Consumables

Gloves

When working with eyebrows – it doesn’t matter whether it’s tinting, lamination or extensions, be sure to use gloves. They are:

nitrile;
vinyl:
latex.

Vinyl and nitrile gloves are hypoallergenic, therefore suitable for workers with increased sensitivity and a tendency to allergies. Gloves must be selected in size and fit the hand - only in this case will they last the entire procedure and not tear. The size range of gloves, like clothing, is determined by letter indicators - XS, S, M, L, XL.

When choosing between powdered and powder-free gloves, give preference to the latter - they allow you to hold tools more confidently.

Masks

Masks protect the face from fumes produced by dyes and eyebrow tinting products, and also prevent particles of the master’s saliva from getting onto the client’s mucous membranes.

There are masks:

disposable;
reusable.

You can use both in your work, but when using reusable masks, it is important to follow the rules for handling them:

After 2-3 hours, the mask should be removed and replaced with a clean one;
Wash the used reusable mask with soapy water and then apply heat to it - the easiest way is with an iron with steam setting;
After steam exposure, the mask must be dried with the same iron, but without steam.

Caring for reusable masks takes time, so it is better to give preference to disposable ones.

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Cotton buds

Cotton swabs are used to remove excess paint from the skin, as well as to smooth out the contour of the future eyebrow.

Most often they are found in offices where they do eyebrow tinting, but we recommend that all eyebrow artists have a set - remove a drop of paint here, wipe a pencil somewhere.

There is no need to buy any special sticks - the simplest ones in any supermarket or cosmetics store will do. Experienced craftsmen appreciated the cone-shaped cotton swabs from the brand “Ya Samaya” - they say they are an irreplaceable thing. Try it, maybe you will like it too.

Cotton pads

Cotton pads are used for makeup removal, chlorhexidine treatment, dye removal and other manipulations. Like cotton swabs, every master should have discs.

Cotton pads differ in thickness, as well as in the way the two halves are combined - some are glued, and some are stitched. Stitched cotton pads are usually denser and do not disintegrate into fibers. There is practically no difference in price between stitched and glued ones.

I know that some artists remove makeup with reusable sponges - don’t do that. The porous environment of the sponge is a cozy place for the development of bacteria, which will be safely transferred to the client’s face upon first contact.

To maintain their sterility, it is not enough to wash with a soapy solution - heat is required. Only sponges will not withstand 180 degrees of dry heat; it is impossible to sterilize them.

Bandage strips

They are used for wax depilation - in other cases they are not needed. There are no bandages suitable for eyebrows, so you can use classic ones for sugaring, cut into small strips 7*1.5 cm.

Strips of cotton fabric are also used for the procedure, but this is more of a home option and not for a professional.

Look at the bandages from Aravia, WhiteLine.

Spatulas

Like bandages, spatulas are used to correct eyebrows with wax. Unlike conventional spatulas for sugaring, they are smaller in size - 0.5*10 cm. The length can vary from 7 to 15 cm. This does not affect the quality of work - it is more a question of convenience for each individual master.

Hair extensions

The hairs are relevant for artists who are proficient in eyebrow extension techniques. Available in different shades, mostly brown and black, and with different curves. The hairs also differ in thickness - from 0.06 mm to 0.15 mm. The length of the hairs is usually from 4 to 8 mm.

All parameters are selected to suit the characteristics of the client who is undergoing extensions. Eyebrow hairs are sold by Lovely, MyBrows, Verdi.

Matte dry eyeshadow

With the growing popularity of wide eyebrows, dry shadows for drawing them out have also become fashionable. The contour pencil in this situation looks unnatural. And it takes more time to complete the procedure. Using dry shadows is much easier and more convenient. In addition, they give a natural effect. Eyebrow corrector shadows are highly durable, which is especially important when working with oilier skin in the forehead area.

The product is applied with a brush or applicator. If your eyebrows are sparse, then it is better to use long-lasting shadows containing a high percentage of wax. Before drawing, you need to comb the hairs with a brush to give them shape and remove dust or powder. Apply shadows in small portions. Excess is carefully removed with a cotton pad. After application, you can seal the effect with a transparent gel. Well-known manufacturers offer dry eyebrow shadows in sets of two or three shades. The lighter one is recommended to be applied to the area under the eyebrow, and the darker one directly to the hairs. Popular brands of eyebrow shadows: Pupa eyebrow set, Essence, Oriflame, Letual, Rive Gauche, Nyx, Max Factor.

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