Eyebrow shaping: types and design methods

Every woman strives to be as attractive and well-groomed as possible. Modern women have a whole arsenal of affordable and professional tools for this. Someone focuses on the hairstyle, others enlarge the lips or even change the shape of the nose. Many people today carry out eyebrow shaping. It is not for nothing that this part of the face is given such close attention. Eyebrows can literally make the mood and our day. And hastily, unevenly colored make-up can ruin it until the very evening.

Of course, it would be ideal if the eyebrows were adjusted only slightly, as close as possible to their natural shape. But unfortunately, nature has not awarded all women with the correct harmonious line of eyebrows. Correctly and carefully selected shape in accordance with the general parameters of the face can successfully emphasize the beauty of the owner and even completely change the facial expressions and expressiveness. So, hairs that are too thick at the bridge of the nose make the expression on the face harsh, and the outer corners lowered from top to bottom give the appearance of dullness.

Since ancient times, ladies have changed the natural look of their eyebrows in accordance with fashion trends. In Ancient Russia, "sable", luxurious thick eyebrows were held in high esteem. Those whom nature did not endow with thick hair, antimony them with a special paint. In the twentieth century, a trend came to the line with a thread, thin, graceful. Now they suffered from pain and imperfection of the owner of thick eyebrows. The latest trends in fashion and makeup are more humane. They promote naturalness given by nature.In this case, the growth line should be well-groomed, neatly shaped, correspond to the color type and be in harmony with the oval of the face.

If you are not satisfied with the form given from birth, this means that you will have to turn to the correction procedure. Before choosing one of the many existing methods for this, you should find out the features, pros and cons of each of them. At the same time, your natural data mean a lot. It is also important to take into account such factors as: pain threshold and individual sensitivity, the time you are willing to spend on correction on a monthly basis, the degree of desired changes (you can slightly tweak the natural shape or radically change the eyebrow line and even facial expression).

Adjustment usually involves several stages. First, the shape of the face is determined. Then, from several, usually 2-3 suitable forms, the most suitable one is selected in accordance with personal wishes. Then they outline the future shape and remove unnecessary hairs. The next step, if necessary, paint on the missing ones.

The appearance of future eyebrows is important. After all, the completeness of the image will completely depend on it, and the expression on the face may also change. Correction done correctly can balance the contours of the face along with the hairstyle.

There are quite a few different forms, but they all boil down to five main types.

1. Round eyebrows are considered classics. They soften the features and make the hostess more feminine.
2. Curved eyebrows add confidence and some mystery to the look.
3. Straight lines will help to highlight the oval of the face.
4. The clear curvature of the line rejuvenates and lends lightness to the entire facial expression.
5. The soft transition of the line, along with the rounded shape, gives femininity and mystery.

In order for the eyebrows in their new form to emphasize the beauty of their owner, it is necessary to combine their shape with the type of face oval. Professionals determine it by eye. The oval type of face is characterized by a slight narrowing in the frontal and chin regions. The widest area is the cheekbones. The chin in this case is neat and rounded. This form is considered classic. Any type of eyebrow is almost ideal for its lucky owners. It is not only necessary to leave the outer corners of the eyebrows too lowered during the correction or to make a noticeable emphasis on the beginning of the inner corner (drawing as if the head with a "comma").

A round face is characterized by soft curves and a complete absence of sharp corners. It is almost the same in longitudinal and transverse dimensions. Eyebrows with a rather steep bend will help to balance the parameters of the face and stretch it a little in length. The main thing is that the hairline at the eyebrows does not slide down and does not continue far beyond the end of the century. The heart-shaped face has a very different top and bottom. The forehead of such girls is often high and wide, the cheekbones stand out clearly. The chin seems even narrower or sharper against such a background. From the cheekbones to the chin, the face narrows rather sharply. A classic eyebrow shape with slight curves will suit such a face.

A face is considered elongated if its length is much greater than its width. At the same time, the woman has high cheekbones and a forehead. The lower part of the face may be slightly pointed. Almost straight eyebrows with a smooth, slightly noticeable bend will be able to balance the proportions of the oval of the face. It is better if they are of medium density. Owners of a square-shaped face will have to soften the natural angular shapes. Their forehead, cheekbones and cheeks are almost equal in width. The chin is also usually square with well-defined angles. Such an appearance will be adorned with horizontal straight eyebrows with a line starting and ending at almost the same height.Such eyebrows should not be narrow and sparse.

The diamond-shaped oval of the face is characterized by a line of cheekbones much wider than the forehead and chin. The cheekbones in this case will be quite high. The chin can be narrow or pointed. For a diamond-shaped face, eyebrows with an arc with smooth curves are perfect. If you do not yet know which face shape you have, simple measurements will help. This is easier to do with a good close-up photo where you are in full face (looking straight ahead with a straight body).

In order to determine the size of the face, we measure the length from the tip of the chin to the beginning of the hairline on the forehead. Divide this number by three: this is the first parameter for comparison. Then we measure the length from the base of the nose to the bottom of the chin: this is the next parameter. Now both measurements need to be compared. If they are roughly comparable, then the face is oval or round. When the first dimension prevails, the face is diamond-shaped. If, on the contrary, the numerical value of the second parameter is greater, then the shape is square or elongated.

There are also more rare shapes like "heart", "inverted triangle" or even a combination of several types. In this case, the required type of eyebrows is selected individually for greater harmony with the rest of the appearance parameters. If you cannot decide in any way, then you should trust a specialist with experience and good taste and a sense of proportion. According to experts, there are some of the most general, universal recommendations that are true for any desired eyebrow shape.

With a round oval face with expressive cheekbones, wide eyebrows will only emphasize the massiveness of the features. Angular facial architecture can be slightly softened by slightly shortening the hairline at the outer edge. If you dream of looking younger, then a shortened and slightly raised outer end of the eyebrow towards the temporal regions will help to shed a few years. Do not overestimate the natural hairline and paint on the eyebrows in the form of a comma with a clearly drawn inner corner. This gives the face a slightly childish and silly expression. In general, the entire correction, up to coloring, should look as natural as possible and not be striking at the first glance at you.

The easiest way for women with a classic oval face shape: virtually any type suits them. The main thing in this case is not to overdo it with the line of the bend of the eyebrows, so that the face does not look constantly surprised. Eyebrows with a moderate but expressive curve will help to correct an overly round face. At the same time, you can slightly overestimate the rise. If your face is angular (square or diamond-shaped), curved eyebrows will help soften it. The straight line at the eyebrows is just created for an elongated face. But the soft bend of the oval eyebrow can visually equalize the pointed chin.

If you decide to correct your eyebrows yourself, do not use a razor for this. The skin around the eyes is quite delicate. The result, of course, tempts with its speed, but hairs will grow back just as quickly. In addition, they can become even tougher and stickier, or even grow into the skin. Tweezers are the most common and essential tool. It should be pretty comfortable. They select it for themselves, depending on the amount of hair to be removed. This determines the configuration of the exciting part.

The straight tip tweezers are the classic look for those who won't pull their own hairs. They are usually used by professionals in salons. The beveled tool is the most versatile tool for independent use. It makes the sensation of the procedure less painful than a conventional instrument.Sharp tipped tweezers help you to more accurately adjust the line when removing small amounts of hairs individually.

In addition, you will need an eyebrow brush, a cosmetic pencil, a mirror (preferably with a slight increase), cotton pads or tampons, and a disinfectant. To reduce pain, ice cubes or hot compresses can be used according to personal preference.

So, if you managed to decide on the type of face and the desired shape of the eyebrows, you can independently carry out a simple eyebrow correction procedure at home. With the proper skill and experience, it won't take much time. This method is especially recommended for drooping or thin irregularly shaped eyebrows. In this case, you can easily adjust your hairline at home on your own.

The advantages of the procedure are its simplicity and availability. Of course, it will have to be carried out more often than other types of adjustment. But if you remove individual hairs periodically (once a week), then the eyebrows will always look neat. The disadvantage of plucking is the painfulness of the procedure. But here everything is very individual and depends on your own pain threshold. Over time, painful sensations seem to dull.

Before performing the correction, it is necessary to outline the general contour, the future bend and the desired thickness of the eyebrows. To do this, using a pencil (simple or cosmetic), we find the control points of the future drawing. Both eyebrows should be made symmetrical to each other in the correction, that is, be the same in length, height and angle of the bend (or bend). First, you need to outline control points for this purpose. The starting point of the eyebrow is one reference mark. To determine it, we apply a thin tool or ruler to the nose: the line will go through the inner corner of the eye and the side of the nose.

The second mark controls the height of the eyebrow after the adjustment. To find it, draw a straight line from the middle of the upper lip to the eyebrow at the intersection of the line with the pupil. This will be the farthest point from the ends of the eyebrow line. The final mark for the length of the eyebrow is determined by drawing a straight line, in much the same way as the first. She will go through the outer side of the nose to the outer corner of the eye. If the correction was done correctly at home, then the facial expression before and after working on the appearance can be very different. Photos will help determine this.

Step-by-step instructions for eyebrow shaping looks like this.

1. After determining the desired eyebrow contour and preparing the necessary tools, you should begin the correction. Before starting work, be sure to treat the tweezers with alcohol or another disinfectant.
2. We comb the eyebrows with a small brush, combing out that part of the hairs that will be removed downward. We remove the rest in the opposite direction.
3. We connect all three control marks found earlier in a smooth line using a regular pencil. Shade those areas that we will not touch with a cosmetic pencil.
4. Now we preliminarily disinfect the area with which we will work. The hairs are plucked one at a time in the direction of growth (this technique helps to reduce soreness).
5. Experts recommend working with each eyebrow one at a time. In this way, mistakes can be avoided and the best symmetrical result can be achieved.

If you are short on time, or you are not entirely confident in your skills, then it would be best to contact a master. In addition, professional correction will be convenient for women over fifty.Facial hair growth may increase with age due to hormonal changes. At the same time, age-related changes also apply to the eyebrows. Eyebrow shaping at a fairly good level is done in almost any beauty salon. You can find the most acceptable services for you on the recommendations of friends and acquaintances. So, you can clearly appreciate the work of the master, because your opinions about ideal eyebrows may not coincide.

If you decide to change your eyebrow line for the first time, then in this case it will also be useful to contact a beauty salon. Then it will be much easier to maintain a beautiful appearance at home. The professional will make the choice of the form instantly, and the work itself, regardless of the selected type of correction, will take no more than half an hour.

Depending on the thickness of the hair, the procedure will take from 10 to 20 minutes. To reduce sensitivity, an anesthetic or hot compress is applied to the treated surface. The hair is removed one at a time and grabbed at the root. Experts advise to carry out the procedure from 11 am to 3 pm. It is believed that at this time people have the lowest threshold of sensitivity.

This procedure was born in the east, and now it is successfully carried out in beauty salons around the world. It is attractive in that the effect after it lasts for a rather long time (up to 4 weeks). During the procedure, you can get rid of not only unwanted dark hair, but also a small fluff. Some argue that this technique can be mastered on your own at home. Gradually, with the acquisition of the skill, it will be possible to spend no more than 20 minutes on hair removal with due care and a scrupulous approach to the process.

The procedure involves the use of cotton thread for correction. Its duration is 20-30 minutes. The thread is folded into a special loop, into which the master grabs the hair for subsequent removal. It is preferred by those who avoid contact with instruments in salons. Also, the method is attractive because of the absence of irritation on the skin and almost painlessness. If you have high sensitivity, then you will be offered a special cream.

This type of work helps to remove the shortest and finest hairs. At the same time, the skin remains perfect for at least a month. Warm wax is applied with special sticks to the skin and hair. Then the surface to be treated is covered with a cloth. After the wax solution has solidified, carefully remove the pieces of tissue. The whole procedure takes no more than 15 minutes.

It is not recommended to carry out such a correction at home, since with a lack of experience, you can immediately remove a large area of ​​the hairline. It will be very troublesome to fix the consequences of such unsuccessful work later.

Most of the fair sex, after the correction procedure, also do eyebrow dyeing. It gives the eyes expressiveness, and the eyebrow lines are even more accurate and clear. At the same time, it is important to place accents correctly so that the eyebrows are not much brighter than the hair on the head. A two tone difference is ideal.

Some women are naturally given expressionless, too light or sparse eyebrows. In this case, staining will also help. It can be long-term and short-term. Staining will help both just beautifully highlight a clear line, and paint over accidentally removed excess hairs. Among the short-term staining methods, there are three main ones.

With an eyebrow pencil, you can touch up virtually any shape and thickness. To do this, its color should be as close as possible to the natural hair color.Apply it in small short dashed lines along the hair growth. Recently, it is fashionable to use special eyebrow shadows. They give a more natural and beautiful effect when blended correctly. It takes some practice to make the work look good.

The modeling gel is applied with a special brush. Light fixation throughout the day allows you to maintain the desired shape of the eyebrow. Some people are not attracted to the classic eyebrow correction because of its troublesome and the need to repeat it periodically. In other cases, the eyebrows are naturally asymmetrical or the hairs do not lie as they should. Then you should turn to eyebrow tattooing, which is carried out on a long-term basis. This method will allow you to enjoy the perfect shape of your eyebrows for many months. At the same time, it is important to choose the right master, since the result will remain with you for a long time.

When using a tattoo, you first draw with a pencil how the eyebrow will look in perspective. If you like the result, then special coloring pigments are introduced under the top layer of the skin. With an individually low pain threshold, the master can offer mild pain relief. If you decide to get a tattoo, then you should know that the procedure has many contraindications. It is not done for pregnant women and minors with diabetes and hypertension. Also, the procedure is contraindicated in inflammatory diseases.

There are also methods of staining with special durable paints or henna. In this case, the composition is applied only to the scalp, without affecting the skin.

For owners of eyebrows without a clearly defined shape or thin, slightly prominent on the face, a procedure such as modeling is quite suitable. It is often confused with correction, but this is not entirely true. Correction of eyebrows assumes that their natural shape will not be changed too much, but only some imperfections, irregularities in the growth of the hair line will be corrected, or too thick hair will be thinned.

When modeling, there is a radical change in the natural shape and color of the eyebrows. Their so-called "architecture" of the structure of the brow arch and even the entire face, so called among professionals, is completely changing. Modeling is often preceded by a correction. It is also important to take into account many nuances before the procedure, such as: the shape of the face oval, the degree of hairiness, the shape of the eyes, hair color and type of haircut, modern trends in fashion for makeup.

The procedure requires a sufficient amount of time: from 40 minutes to an hour. It begins with the selection of the desired shape and thickness of the eyebrows. If they are too thick, then the hairs are partially removed using various methods: classic plucking, removal with cotton thread (oriental method), wax or laser hair removal. Also, the salon can offer you the removal of unwanted hair from the eyebrow area using strips with sugar paste.

In some cases, eyebrows are trimmed with a special trimmer or special scissors. Such an event is carried out if the general growth line is disturbed by prominent hairs or if it is necessary to trim the upper hairline. If the eyebrows, on the contrary, are too light or sparse, then tattoo, dyeing or microblading is used. The choice depends on the desired long-term makeup and the individual characteristics of the organism, taking into account the contraindications for certain types of procedures. For example, microblading popular today is not recommended for girls with a European type of appearance because of their thin skin. This method came from the East and is well suited for the Asian race, who have thicker skin.

The next step is eyebrow makeup, which is carried out using a variety of cosmetics: pencils, lipstick, gel, shadows, eyebrow liner. Whichever product is chosen, it should be remembered that it must be applied as carefully as possible. The lines should not be too wide or too long. Apply makeup in thin, short strokes to simulate natural hair growth.

When choosing a shade for eyebrow tinting, you should remember a few simple rules. Black goes only to hot brunettes. For the rest, it is better to choose a tone 2-3 shades darker than the color of their hair. This will make the makeup look the most harmonious. It is also not worth choosing a product to match the hair, otherwise the eyebrows will look too faded or may completely merge with the hair (especially if there are bangs).

Before the modeling procedure, it is important to go through a small preparatory stage. Then the result will be better. A week before the expected date, you should not pluck the hairs from the eyebrows. For a couple of days, it is good to peel the periobral zone. This should be done carefully, as the skin around the eyes is rather thin and can be easily injured or inflamed.

For daily correction at home, a pencil is most often used. To complete the work, you will need the thinnest possible rod of medium softness. The drawing is performed with short, abrupt movements in the direction of hair growth. The lines should be noticeable, but not too bright. It is advisable to choose a color to match your eyebrow hair.

For the most natural effect, use shading. Professionals can do them with a fine brush or a special sponge. At home, you can blend with the side or with your fingertips. Also, for this purpose, they use the currently popular eyebrow shadows or paste. They come in different color shades in the set for the most correct selection, since at different times of the year the eyebrow hair color can change (for example, fade). The shade color for shading is used a little lighter than the tone of the pencil, which was used for eyebrow makeup.

Recently, manufacturers have been releasing pencils with wax impurities, which makes makeup more resistant. This technology saves time.

If you decide to make the correction yourself, some helpful hints will help.

• If a rash or inflammation appears around the eyes, it is better to postpone the procedure so that the infection does not spread further.
• To carry out the correction of the house, high-quality lighting is needed. It's good to do it in daylight. You can also use a magnifying mirror.
• The hairs are plucked one at a time, and not in bundles (so there will be less pain sensitivity). To reduce individual pain sensations, you can pre-steam the area around the brow with a hot, damp towel.
• If you inadvertently plucked extra hairs, don't be alarmed. After a couple of weeks, they will grow back, but for now, you can correct the eyebrow line with a pencil in the color of your hair.
• It is better to carry out the correction periodically, once every one and a half or two weeks. Then the process will take less time, and the eyebrows will look much more neat.

• Many people believe that it is impossible to remove hairs from the upper line of eyebrow growth. It is believed that the thickest hairs grow there, which are very painful to pluck. In addition, the natural form of growth can be disturbed. You can remove individual hairs that are badly knocked out or spoil the appearance, there will be no harm from this.
• Some visible hairs may also grow on the bridge of the nose. It is believed that once removed, they will begin to grow faster. This is not true.If the hair is dark, it is better to remove it to make the face look well-groomed. If they are light and not very noticeable, then it is better not to touch them.
• Masters recommend combing your eyebrows with a special brush every day. This will help your hair grow in the direction you want it to and grow better.

• After the correction, it is important to properly care for the new perfect eyebrows. If you performed the procedure yourself, then immediately after the end of it you need to soothe the irritated skin. This can be done with a soft cloth soaked in chamomile infusion. Herbal ice cubes are also used, which are also applied to the treated area.
• If the eyebrows are not thick enough, castor oil will help increase hair growth. They are lubricated with eyebrows at least twice a week. It is convenient to do this with an old mascara brush.
• Many questions arise in women who take care of themselves during pregnancy. Nobody cancels the desire and the opportunity to be beautiful among the fair sex even in this crucial period. However, the importance of the moment and the fear for the health of the baby imposes its own requirements.
• The procedure for correction and staining should be postponed for the reason that, due to strong hormonal changes in the body, the result can be very unpredictable, even if you choose a method that has been familiar to you for a long time. In addition, some procedures may be more painful than before pregnancy.

• There are contraindications to tattooing and eyebrow microblading. Coloring can be done with special gentle paints without phosphates or ammonia. It is better to start the procedure after consulting a specialist. The safest method of eyebrow makeup during pregnancy will be dyeing with natural dyes: basma and henna. When using them for the first time, a small allergy test should be performed using paint on the wrist. You can also adjust the shape of your eyebrows with tweezers, pencil and eye shadow.
• During breastfeeding and pregnancy, women sometimes lose hair. If at the same time the eyebrows are thinning, you should consult a doctor who will prescribe a multivitamin complex. The eyebrows themselves can be combed using oils saturated with vitamins A and E. Ordinary cold-pressed sunflower or olive oil is also suitable for this purpose. Such care is recommended to be performed at least twice a week.
• There are also some restrictions on beauty treatments during your period. They are also associated with special changes in the hormonal background of the body and increased sensitivity. Also, during this period, the immune system is weakened and edema often occurs. Therefore, during menstruation, as well as two days before critical days and 2 days after their end, it is not recommended to do plucking, coloring, tattooing and microblading of eyebrows.

• For an ideal classic face shape, medium-thick eyebrows with a smooth curve and a slightly raised outer edge are perfect. They give the image a zest, and the look of a womanly ironic smile.

• Do not be afraid of thick eyebrows: thin threads have long been out of fashion. The main thing is that at the same time they look well-groomed, and the hairs lie in the same direction.

• For owners of a round face, a shape with a noticeable bend will suit, smoothly changing its width from the beginning of the eyebrow to its outer edge. Do not forget about the correct shade of color if you are planning to dye your eyebrows.

• Asian women successfully apply tattooing and eyebrow microblading. Girls with a European appearance should consult a specialist during the second procedure.

• Gel-styled eyebrows look very neat. And the vitamins and medicinal components included in modern remedies improve hair growth.

• An oval or heart-shaped face will decorate the eyebrows with a break.So that at the same time the expression on the face does not become too harsh, it is important to place their beginnings at an optimal distance from each other. The outer end of the line can slightly extend the natural hairline.

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